RING, OIL

The Defense Logistics Agency awarded contract SPE4A626PAP95 to Brown Helicopter, Inc. on August 5, 2026, for the procurement of 31 oil rings (NSN 5365-00-998-8662, Part Number 37C302226P103). The total contract value is $3,999.00, with a unit price of $129.00. This award is designated as a small business set-aside and serves as an emergency retail Gap Buy for Cherry Point, North Carolina. The full delivery of items is required by September 25, 2026, with shipping terms established as FOB Destination. The scope of work includes the procurement, 100 percent inspection, and compliance verification of government surplus material to ensure the absence of corrosion and defects. Packaging and marking must strictly adhere to MIL-STD-2073-1E and MIL-STD-129 standards. Inspection and acceptance will be conducted by the government at the destination facility, specifically the Fleet Readiness Center East at Cherry Point, NC. Invoicing is to be processed electronically through the Wide Area WorkFlow system. The contract incorporates various federal and defense regulations, including DPAS rating for national defense prioritization and strict prohibitions on covered articles from restricted sources. It also mandates compliance with hazardous material identification standards and prohibits the unauthorized storage or disposal of toxic substances. Administrative oversight is provided by Contracting Officer Jalyin Jarrett and Post-Award Contract Administrator JoAnne Brison.