SEAL, RUBBER SPECIAL SHAPED SECTION

The contract involves the procurement of 593 units of a rubber special shaped seal, identified by NSN 5330-01-155-6608 and part number 70216-02408-103, intended for critical military applications. Delivery is required within 42 days after receipt of order, with a final ship date of October 2, 2026, to the DLA Distribution Center in Corpus Christi, Texas. The item must be manufactured in strict compliance with technical drawings and revision controls under TDP Rev B Gen 5, and adherence to MIL-STD-130N for identification marking and MIL-STD-129 for shipment labeling is mandatory. The seal is classified as a Type I shelf life item with a non-extendable 36-month lifespan and must be packaged in accordance with MIL-STD-2073-1E, including use of a medium-duty, waterproof, greaseproof, opaque bag per MIL-DTL-117, Type II, Class C, Style 1 to protect against UV degradation. Packaging must include specific codes for unit container, preservation method, and palletization, as defined in DLA’s packaging requirements. The solicitation imposes stringent cybersecurity, export control, and environmental compliance obligations. It requires CMMC Level 2 certification for the contractor's third-party assessment organization and mandates compliance with DFARS 252.204-7012 for safeguarding covered defense information and reporting cyber incidents. Technical data associated with the item is subject to ITAR or EAR restrictions, and only offerors with approved US/Canada Joint Certification Program credentials, completion of DOD export control training, and DLA authorization may participate. The use of Class I ozone-depleting chemicals is absolutely prohibited, and hexavalent chromium is also barred. Additive manufacturing is unauthorized unless specifically approved, and submission of Safety Data Sheets for any hazardous materials is mandatory to avoid disqualification. All offers must be submitted via DIBBS by August 20, 2026, and award may be automated. Contractors must validate their SAM representations, comply with the Berry Amendment and Buy American Act thresholds, register with DLA’s AMPS system to access VSM and ship to DLA, and use WAWF for electronic invoicing and receiving reports. Destination inspection under FAR 52.246-2 is required, and all terms are