RIVET, BLIND

The Defense Logistics Agency awarded BROWN HELICOPEER, INC. (CAGE 5V361) a firm fixed-price contract for 50 blind rivets, NSN 5320014603777, at a total price of $245.00, with award dated July 20, 2026 under solicitation SPE4A6-26-T-020B. The contract is classified under NAICS code 332722 for metal working machinery and equipment manufacturing, and the sole line item specifies delivery of surplus material that must meet original Government technical standards for form, fit, and function, with inspections and final acceptance occurring at the destination location: BLDG 5B BLUE GRASS STATION, LEXINGTON, KY 40516-9723. Delivery is required within 45 days after issuance of the delivery order under FOB Origin terms, meaning the contractor’s responsibility ends upon delivery to the carrier. Packaging and marking must comply with MIL-STD-129 for labeling and barcoding, ASTM D3951 for commercial packaging, and DLA’s RP001 for palletization, with hazardous material labeling adhering to 29 CFR 1910.1200 and specific thresholds for radioactive materials. The contractor is obligated to submit invoices electronically via Wide Area Workflow and must maintain compliance with a comprehensive suite of FAR and DFARS clauses, including those related to child labor, equal opportunity, trafficking in persons, cybersecurity safeguarding, counterfeit part avoidance, and transportation restrictions, all subject to Deviation 2026-00038 for streamlined clause application. Post-award small business representation is required under 52.219-28, though no specific socioeconomic certifications are provided in the record. The contract includes mandatory representations for UEI and CAGE code alignment, and requires submission of documentation including Safety Data Sheets, surplus certifications, and origin verifications referenced in the attachment CAGE 5V361 Surplus Certifications & Labels.pdf. Payment is processed by DFAS Columbus, with no option quantities or modifications indicated. Contract administration is managed by Alexa Hallman of DLA Aviation at SPE4A6, and while no formal Contracting Officer Representative is named, the government retains exclusive authority for inspection and acceptance.