SENSOR, AMBIENT TEMP

This contract is for the procurement of an ambient temperature sensor identified by NSN 6685-01-615-9415 and part number 8501475-6, sourced exclusively from DAWN VME PRODUCTS with CAGE code 45620 and part number 06-1016516-UCA. The item is classified as a critical application and configuration control item under the Naval Sea Systems Command, requiring strict adherence to technical and quality standards referenced from the DLA Master List of Technical and Quality Requirements. The delivery schedule mandates shipment within 116 days with delivery FOB origin to a designated warehouse in Tracy, California, and inspection and acceptance occur at the destination. Zero variance in quantity is permitted, and all packaging must conform to MIL-STD-2073-1E and DLA packaging requirements, including compliance with MIL-STD-129 for marking and prohibition of mercury in preservation, packaging, and labeling. The sensor must not contain mercury or mercury compounds except for specified functional uses like batteries or instruments, and portable mercury-containing devices must have shockproof housing with a secondary containment. The contract enforces comprehensive quality and cybersecurity safeguards, including CMMC Level 2 self-assessment compliance and application of Covered Defense Information protocols. Sampling and inspection follow MIL-STD-1916 or ASQ H1331 with zero non-conformances required unless otherwise stated, and all attributes are assigned verification levels or AQLs based on criticality. Configuration change management requires formal engineering change proposals or variance requests, and removal of government identification from non-accepted items is mandatory. Documentation for source approval is required under RC001, and measuring and test equipment must be calibrated and compliant. The item is not subject to Item Unique Identification due to customer request, per DFARS 252.211-7003(c)(1)(i). The unit of issue is each, priced at $11.00 for 11 units, with the primary point of contact being Siobhan Walker of the Department of Defense. All transportation and shipping must strictly follow DLA procedural notes C19 and C20, and the delivery must occur by the original required date of July 21, 2026.