SEAL, RUBBER

The contract solicitation SPE4A5-26-T-129G calls for 26 rubber seals identified by NSN 5330-00-042-5902, with delivery required 253 days after award to the DLA Distribution facility in New Cumberland, Pennsylvania. The item must be free of asbestos, and all supplies must comply with stringent packaging and marking standards including MIL-STD-2073-1E for packaging, MIL-STD-129 for labeling, and MIL-DTL-117 for waterproof, greaseproof, opaque bagging—particularly for UV-sensitive components. Preservation requires drying/dehydration, and all units must be marked with the NSN and comply with MIL-STD-130N for Unique Identifier (UID) and Data Matrix barcoding. Hazard communication standards under 29 CFR 1910.1200 apply to any hazardous materials, and radioactive materials exceeding specified thresholds must be labeled per MIL-STD-129. The solicitation incorporates technical and quality requirements from the DLA Master List via RA001 and packaging directives under RP001. Performance is subject to government inspection and acceptance at the destination, governed by FAR 52.246-2. Contractors must use WAWF for all invoicing and receiving reports, and cybersecurity compliance is mandatory per DFARS 252.204-7012 and NIST SP 800-171 with assessments required under the November 2023 version. The contract type remains open pending award, as does pricing, which is not specified in the solicitation. All proposals must be submitted electronically via DIBBS by May 20, 2026, and offerors must maintain current SAM registrations, including UEI and CAGE codes, and affirm small business status or socioeconomic designations if applicable. Representation of covered defense telecommunications equipment or services triggers additional disclosure obligations under 252.204-7016, and compliance with whistleblower rights, equal opportunity, and anti-trafficking clauses is required. The contracting officer will determine final contract type and assign payment and oversight personnel post-award.