RIVET, BLIND

This solicitation, issued by DLA Aviation under request number SPE4A7-26-T-762K, is for the procurement of 850 blind rivets, identified as a critical application item under NSN 5320-01-046-3952. The contract is a fixed-price acquisition requiring the items to be manufactured in accordance with TDP Rev B Gen 2 and SAE ITC AGS2050, Revision 6, specifically part piece number AGS2050-519BH. Delivery is required within 169 days, with a need ship date of March 14, 2027, to the DLA Distribution facility in New Cumberland, PA. The procurement is being conducted as fully competitive in accordance with military and federal specifications. Quality and compliance requirements are stringent, necessitating that manufacturers maintain an inspection system compliant with SAE AS9003 or ISO 9001. Inspection and acceptance will occur at the point of origin, with sampling methods adhering to MIL-STD-1916 or ASQ H1331. Packaging must comply with ASTM D3951 and DLA packaging requirements, while marking and labeling must follow MIL-STD-129. The contract incorporates significant regulatory clauses, including the Buy American Act, the Berry Amendment, and requirements for safeguarding covered defense information. Offerors must submit quotes via the DLA Internet Bid Board System (DIBBS) by September 25, 2026. Notably, a price evaluation preference is available for certified HUBZone small business concerns, and the solicitation may be a candidate for automated award.