SHEET, METAL

Solicitation SPE8E4-26-T-1971 is a Department of Defense procurement for six sheets of cold rolled austenitic stainless steel, composition 301, annealed with a sheared edge. The material must meet exact dimensions of 0.090 inches thick, 36 inches wide, and 120 inches long, with a reference weight of 114.75 lbs per sheet. Delivery is required within 11 days after the date of order, with a required delivery date of August 7, 2026, shipped FOB Origin to the DLA Distribution DDSP New Cumberland Facility in Pennsylvania. The contract mandates strict adherence to quality and traceability standards, requiring a Certificate of Quality Compliance with every shipment and compliance with the Qualified Suppliers List for Distributors (QSLD). Materials must be supplied in whole-foot lengths only, and any deviation from the exact dimensions will result in rejection. Packaging and preservation must comply with MIL-STD-2073-1E and ASTM A700, while marking must follow MIL-STD-129, including continuous identification markings such as the DLA contract number, NSN, and heat/lot numbers. Inspection and acceptance will occur at the destination. Administrative requirements include electronic invoicing via Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF) and compliance with various FAR and DFARS clauses, including those regarding the prohibition of hexavalent chromium and the handling of hazardous materials. Proposals must be submitted electronically through the DLA Internet Bid Board System (DIBBS) by August 17, 2026.