RIN G, RETAINING

This contract pertains to the procurement of retaining rings, specifically identified by the NSN/Part Number 5325-00-256-2465, with a total quantity of 3,104 units. It is issued by the Department of Defense, ASC Commodities Division, with the place of performance designated as New Cumberland. The contract is governed by tailored higher-level quality requirements applicable to both manufacturers and non-manufacturers, ensuring compliance with military and federal specifications and standards. Physical identification and bare item marking requirements are mandated, alongside specific quality and technical stipulations referenced from the DLA Master List of Technical and Quality Requirements, which maintains current revisions as controlling documents depending on the acquisition size and solicitation dates. Packaging must conform to the DLA packaging requirements, and there are protocols for removal of government identification from non-accepted supplies. The solicitation, numbered SPE4A6-26-T-01Q3, was posted on March 27, 2026, with a response deadline of April 1, 2026. The delivery is expected within 171 days after the award date. The contract is fully competitive and not set aside for any specific business category. The point of contact for the procurement is Duane Watkins from the DLA, reachable by phone or email. Additionally, the contract acknowledges the potential applicability of covered defense information requirements, ensuring adherence to necessary security protocols. The procurement activities and documentation are accessible through the Department of Defense’s online contracting portal.