16--SHAFT,PIVOT LINK,A

Solicitation SPE4A5-26-T-357M is a request for quotations issued by DLA Aviation for the procurement of four units of Shaft, Pivot Link, A, identified by NSN 1650-00-443-3224. This critical application item may require specific casting or forging, and the government may not possess the necessary special tooling. The delivery is set as FOB Origin with a required delivery date of January 19, 2027, and a need ship date of February 12, 2027. Inspection and acceptance will occur at the destination, with sampling conducted according to MIL-STD-1916, ASQ H1331, or a comparable zero-based sampling plan. The contract mandates strict adherence to technical and quality requirements, including CMMC Level 2 Self-Assessment and physical identification for bare item marking. Packaging must comply with ASTM D3951 and MIL-STD-129, with palletization following RP001. Offerors must submit quotes via the DLA Internet Bid Board System and are encouraged to provide quantity ranges. The agreement incorporates various FAR and DFARS clauses, including the Buy American and Balance of Payments Program, safeguarding of covered defense information, and prohibitions on the acquisition of certain items from Communist China. Payment processing is required through the Wide Area WorkFlow system.