SCREW, CLOSE TOLERAN

The Defense Logistics Agency awarded Boeing Distribution Services, Inc. a firm fixed-price contract for the procurement of close-tolerance screws under NSN 5305011937608, valued at $195.00, with an award date of July 20, 2026. The contract was issued under solicitation SPE4A6-26-T-06LX via the DIBBS portal as part of DLA’s Automated Simplified Acquisitions program, and delivery is required to NASA Armstrong Flight Research Center in Edwards, California by April 15, 2026. The screws must comply with FED-STD-H28/20, System 22, and be packaged and marked per MIL-STD-129, MIL-STD-130N, and MIL-STD-2073-1E standards, including protective sleeves for shanks and threads, palletization according to DLA RP001, and 2D Data Matrix barcoding for logistics tracking. Inspection and acceptance occur at origin under FAR 52.246-2, with sampling requirements aligned to MIL-STD-1916 and a zero non-conformance baseline. The manufacturer’s quality system must meet ISO 9001:2015, and the product must adhere to NAS4003 specifications. The contract incorporates numerous Federal Acquisition Regulation and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement clauses covering cybersecurity, supply chain security, environmental compliance, and administrative controls. Key obligations include safeguarding covered defense information under 252.204-7012, prohibiting hexavalent chromium and toxic materials under 252.223-7006 and 252.223-7008, and restricting procurement of equipment from communist Chinese military companies under 252.225-7007. Transportation by sea requires U.S.-flag vessels unless a waiver is granted and substantiated, with ocean bill of lading details mandatory. Electronic invoicing must occur via WAWF using the Invoice 2in1 or Separate Invoice and Receiving Report methods. The contractor must provide Safety Data Sheets for any hazardous materials and comply with labeling requirements under 29 CFR 1910.1200. Representations regarding small business status, UEI, and CAGE codes are required, and compliance with N