RIVET, BLIND

This solicitation, issued by DLA Aviation ASC Commodities Division under number SPE4A6-26-T-32P2, is a fixed-price request for quotations for 4,879 blind rivets (NSN 5320-01-305-0585). The procurement is set aside for Women-Owned Small Businesses (WOSB), requiring certification through the SBA or an approved third-party certifier. Interested offerors must submit quotes via DIBBS, with a response deadline of September 30, 2026. The contract specifies an 80-day delivery period with an origin-based inspection and acceptance process. Notably, the government will not evaluate or award contracts for items produced via additive manufacturing unless specifically authorized. Technical and quality compliance is strictly regulated, requiring manufacturers to maintain an inspection system that meets SAE AS9003 or ISO 9001 standards tailored to SAE AS9003. Sampling protocols must follow MIL-STD-1916 or ASQ H1331, with specific AQL requirements for critical, major, and minor attributes. Packaging and marking must adhere to DLA requirements, MIL-STD-129, and MIL-STD-130, while hazardous materials must comply with the Hazard Communication Standard. Additionally, the contract incorporates significant cybersecurity and domestic sourcing requirements, including DFARS 252.204-7012 for safeguarding defense information and the Buy American Act. Payment and receiving reports must be processed electronically through the Wide Area Workflow (WAWF) system.