RING, PISTON

Contract SPE7M126V093W was awarded on August 17, 2026, by the Defense Logistics Agency, specifically the DLA Land and Maritime Maritime Supply Chain office in Columbus, Ohio. The award was granted to ECI Defense Group, Inc. (CAGE 4BJ65) for a total price of $6,757.76. This simplified acquisition under FAR 13 involves the procurement of 16 piston rings (NSN 4310017062926, Part Number 18-20420-8R1) manufactured by Rix Industries, with a unit price of $422.36. The delivery deadline is March 15, 2027, with the place of performance and delivery designated as the DDSP New Cumberland Facility in Pennsylvania. The contract is governed by FOB Origin terms, meaning the government assumes transportation costs and risk from the contractor's facility, though inspection and acceptance are conducted at the destination. Packaging and marking must strictly adhere to MIL-STD-2073-1E and MIL-STD-129, with specific requirements for palletization per RP001. Invoicing is managed electronically through the Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF) system. Key regulatory compliance includes the Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200) for hazardous material labeling and various FAR clauses regarding small business representations and patent indemnity. Administrative oversight is provided by Contracting Officer Natalya Radyk and Local Administrator Ernest Gevas.