SCREW, CLOSE TOLERAN

This contract pertains to the procurement of a close-tolerance screw identified by part number 3M1169V5-18A and NSN 5305014775762, with a mandatory delivery of 133 units within 69 days, FOB origin, and inspection and acceptance occurring at the destination. The item is designated as a critical application item, subject to stringent technical and quality requirements referenced from the DLA Master List of Technical and Quality Requirements, which supersede all other standards including ASTM D3951. Packaging must comply with MIL-STD-129 and DLA Packaging Requirements, with palletization specified under RP001, and all markings and labels must adhere to government standards including RQ017 for bare item identification and RQ011 for removal of government identification from non-accepted supplies. Sampling and inspection follow MIL-STD-1916 or ASQ H1331 with zero defect acceptance unless otherwise stated, and critical attributes are verified at the highest levels. Mercury and mercury-containing compounds are strictly prohibited except for specific exempted applications such as functional components in batteries, lighting, instruments, or sensor systems under Naval Sea Systems Command authorization, with additional containment requirements for portable mercury devices. Configuration changes require formal engineering change proposals, and manufacturers and suppliers must comply with tailored higher level quality requirements, inspection at origin, and controlled variance provisions. The contract is issued under solicitation SPE4A6-26-T-14UG with an award date in 2026, and delivery must be made to DLA Distribution Jacksonville, with transportation and shipping details governed by DLAD procedural notes.