RING, RETAINING

Solicitation SPE4A6-26-U-3614 is a total small business set-aside issued by the DLA Aviation ASC Commodities Division for the procurement of retaining rings, specifically NSN 5325-01-485-3170 and Smalley Steel Ring Co. part number WHM-334. This is an indefinite delivery/indefinite quantity acquisition with a one-year period and a maximum contract value of 350,000 dollars. The estimated annual quantity is 164 units, with a guaranteed minimum of 16 units and a minimum order quantity of 82 units. Delivery is required within 99 days after receipt of order, with shipping terms set as FOB Origin and inspection and acceptance occurring at the destination. The contract mandates strict adherence to MIL-STD-129 for marking and RP001 for DLA packaging requirements, specifically prohibiting the use of mercury or mercury compounds in preservation and packaging. All payment requests and receiving reports must be processed electronically through the Wide Area WorkFlow system. Offerors must comply with the Buy American Act, the Berry Amendment, and DFARS 252.204-7012 regarding the safeguarding of covered defense information. Additive manufacturing is prohibited unless specifically approved by the contracting officer. All quotes must be submitted via the DLA Internet Bid Board System.