RING, CONTROL, FLUID

This contract, identified by solicitation number SPE7M1-26-T-290F, is for the procurement of one fluid control ring, part number 7527 from Better Engineering Manufacturing Inc. The item is classified under NSN 4330-01-470-6033 and is required for delivery to the USS Portland LPD 27 via DLA Distribution San Diego. The contract specifies a 20-day delivery window with an original required delivery date of August 17, 2026. Delivery terms are FOB Origin, with inspection and acceptance occurring at the destination. Strict compliance with technical and quality requirements is mandatory, including adherence to DLA packaging standards and MIL-STD-129 marking protocols. A critical environmental restriction prohibits the intentional addition of mercury or mercury-containing compounds to any hardware provided under this contract, with specific exceptions for functional use in batteries or sensors as defined by NAVSEA. Packaging must follow MIL-STD-2073-1E guidelines, and all shipments must comply with specified palletization and transportation instructions to ensure proper arrival at the maritime supply chain destination.