RETAINER, PACKING

Solicitation SPE7M4-26-T-423D is a request for quotations issued by the DLA Land and Maritime Fluid Handling Division for the procurement of 413 packing retainers, identified by NSN 5330-00-171-6747. The requirement is open for full and open competition under NAICS 339991, with a response deadline of September 28, 2026. The items must be manufactured in accordance with basic specification MS28782E and reference standard SAE AS8791D, and they must meet NAVAIR aircraft launch and recovery equipment traceability requirements. The procurement is designated as a critical item requiring source inspection at the point of origin, with a need ship date of January 16, 2027, and a final delivery date of March 3, 2027, to DLA Distribution San Joaquin in Tracy, California. The contract mandates strict quality and safety standards, including a prohibition on asbestos and the intentional addition of mercury. Packaging must comply with MIL-STD-2073-1E and RP001, specifically requiring items to be sealed in medium duty, waterproof, greaseproof, opaque bags per MIL-DTL-117. Marking must adhere to MIL-STD-129 and MIL-STD-130N, with specific requirements for contract and part number markings. Administrative requirements include the use of the Wide Area WorkFlow system for invoicing and compliance with the Buy American Act and Berry Amendment. A price evaluation preference is available for certified HUBZone Small Business Concerns.