SCREW, CLOSE TOLERANCE

Solicitation SPE4A6-26-T-30QB, issued by DLA Aviation ASC Commodities Division, is for the procurement of 2,525 close tolerance screws (NSN 5305013596942). The items are identified as commercial products and must be manufactured in accordance with the current revision of part standard NAS4004, Revision 16. The government explicitly prohibits the use of additive manufacturing for these parts. Delivery is required within 104 days, with a need ship date of August 7, 2026, and an original required delivery date of February 19, 2027. Shipping is FOB Origin to the DLA Distribution New Cumberland facility in Pennsylvania. Quality assurance is critical, with inspection and acceptance occurring at the origin. Manufacturers must comply with SAE AS9003 or ISO 9001 standards. Sampling will follow MIL-STD-1916, ASQ H1331, or a comparable zero-based sampling plan, with specific AQLs assigned for critical, major, and minor attributes. Packaging must adhere to ASTM D3951 and RP001, while marking and labeling must comply with MIL-STD-129 and MIL-STD-130N. The contract incorporates various FAR and DFARS clauses, including Buy American Act and Berry Amendment restrictions, and requires the use of the Wide Area WorkFlow system for electronic invoicing and payment. A price evaluation preference is available for certified HUBZone small business concerns.