SERVICE RIBBON, AWAR

Solicitation SPE1C1-26-Q-0457, issued by DLA Troop Support C and T Supply Chain, is a firm fixed price request for 40,000 award service ribbons (NSN 8455-01-145-6369). The government will utilize a best value tradeoff methodology for the award, evaluating price and past performance as equal factors, with past performance verified via the Supplier Performance Risk System. A critical requirement for consideration is that the end product must be manufactured by a vendor certified by The Institute of Heraldry. Delivery is required within 120 days after the order, with a required delivery date of March 29, 2027, shipping FOB destination to Arizona Industries for the Blind in Phoenix, Arizona. The contract mandates strict adherence to multiple technical and quality standards, including MIL-DTL-11589 and MIL-STD-129 for packaging and marking. Five first article samples are required, with the government providing written notification of testing results within 30 calendar days of receipt. Inspection and acceptance will occur at the destination in accordance with FAR 52.246-2. Administrative requirements include the use of the Wide Area WorkFlow system for electronic invoicing and payment. The solicitation incorporates various federal and defense clauses regarding equal opportunity, cybersecurity, and the Buy American Act. Quotations were due by September 4, 2026.