SHEET, METAL

This solicitation, issued by the Defense Logistics Agency Troop Support Construction and Equipment MRO SVC I, is a request for quotations for the procurement of 30 aluminum Alclad metal sheets. The material specifications require a thickness of 0.071 inches, a width of 48 inches, and a length of 144 inches, with a cladding thickness of 0.0018 inches on both sides. The delivery period is set for 45 days with an original required delivery date of February 3, 2027, and shipments are to be handled as FOB Origin under the First Destination Transportation program, with delivery locations including Robins AFB in Georgia and the DLA Distribution Depot Oklahoma. Eligibility for award is strictly limited to suppliers listed on the Qualified Suppliers List for Distributors (QSLD), and a price evaluation preference is provided for certified HUBZone Small Business Concerns. The contract mandates strict adherence to quality and packaging standards, including SAE AMS4048R, ASTM B666/B666M-20, and MIL-STD-129 for marking. Packaging must comply with MIL-STD-2073-1E and ASTM B660 Level A, featuring robust corner and edge protection. Inspection and acceptance will occur at the destination. Administrative requirements include electronic invoicing via the Wide Area WorkFlow system and compliance with various FAR and DFARS clauses regarding the Buy American Act, cybersecurity standards, and the prohibition of hexavalent chromium.