RING, RETAINING

This solicitation, issued by the DLA Aviation ASC Commodities Division, is a request for quotations for 568 retaining rings, part number WH-53S02, manufactured by Smalley Steel Ring Co. The procurement falls under NAICS code 332510 and requires delivery to the DLA Distribution DDSP New Cumberland Facility in Pennsylvania. The contract is structured as a simplified acquisition, incorporating technical and quality requirements from the DLA Master List. Key delivery terms include a 29-day delivery period with inspection and acceptance occurring at the origin. While Item Unique Identification is not required, the contract mandates strict adherence to MIL-STD-129 for marking and MIL-STD-2073-1E for packaging and preservation. Quality assurance is a critical component of this requirement, with sampling methods governed by MIL-STD-1916, ASQ H1331, or comparable zero-based sampling plans. Specific verification levels are assigned to critical, major, and minor attributes to ensure compliance. The contract includes significant regulatory provisions, such as requirements for safeguarding covered defense information, compliance with the Buy American Act, and adherence to hazardous material labeling standards. Offerors must submit their quotes through the DLA Internet Bid Board System (DIBBS) by the specified deadline. Payment and receiving reports must be processed electronically via the Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF) system.