SEAL, NONMETALLIC SP

The contract specifies the procurement of a nonmetallic, special-shaped seal identified by NSN 5330001973317 and part number 212-060-801-025 or 212-060-801-25, manufactured by Bell Textron Inc, with a required quantity of 11 units to be delivered within 171 days after award to DLA Distribution Cherry Point in North Carolina. The item is classified as a critical application component, and all deliveries must conform to stringent packaging requirements under MIL-STD-2073-1E, including encapsulation in a medium-duty, waterproof, greaseproof, opaque bag compliant with MIL-DTL-117, Type II, Class C, Style 1, due to susceptibility to ultraviolet degradation. Labeling and marking must adhere to MIL-STD-129 with no special marking code applied, and item unique identification is exempt per DFARS 252.211-7003(c)(1)(i). Sampling for quality assurance follows MIL-STD-1916 or ASQ H1331 Table 1, with zero non-conformances required in samples if MIL-STD-105/ASQ Z1.4 is used, and verification levels are set at VII for critical, IV for major, and II for minor attributes. The contract mandates full compliance with DLA’s packaging requirements, preservation methods including cleaning and drying only (Pres Method 33), and palletization protocols. FOB destination applies, and all deliveries are subject to government inspection and acceptance at the destination. The contract incorporates numerous federal acquisition regulation clauses covering cybersecurity, trafficking in persons, employment eligibility, sustainable products, hazardous materials, export controls, and prohibitions on hexavalent chromium and covered telecommunications equipment from restricted entities. Offerors must complete all required representations including UEI and CAGE codes, size status, and socioeconomic certifications, and submit proposals electronically via DIBBS no later than May 27, 2026. Invoicing must be conducted through WAWF, and performance is governed by strict adherence to the DLA Master List of Technical and Quality Requirements. No pricing data is available in the contract file.