Shear Bolt Supply (Hardware Manufacturing)

The contract entails the supply of six shear bolts with the National Stock Number 5306-01-406-3026, which are specialized fasteners engineered to fail under excessive load to safeguard larger mechanical systems from catastrophic damage. These components are critical for safety and operational integrity in high-stress environments, typically used in military or defense-grade equipment where controlled failure is a designed feature. The contract is classified as a subcontract under the NAICS code 332996, indicating it supports manufacturing activities related to other fabricated metal products. It was issued by the Defense Logistics Agency, an operational arm of the Department of Defense, underscoring its relevance to national defense supply chains. The contract was posted on July 14, 2026, and is accessible via a DIBBS portal link, suggesting it was sourced through a formal acquisition system used by the U.S. military logistics network. Although no solicitation number, place of performance, or point of contact is provided, the absence of set-aside information implies the subcontract is open to any qualified supplier regardless of business size or certification. The delivery location and specific requirements for testing or documentation are not detailed here, but compliance with military specifications for shear bolt performance and certification is implicit given the issuing agency and the nature of the item. The contract supports an ongoing need for mission-critical hardware within defense systems.