SHIM

Solicitation SPE4A7-27-T-1391 is a request for the procurement of 363 units of SHIM (NSN 5365-01-178-1856) for the Defense Logistics Agency. The contract requires delivery to Arizona Industries for the Blind in Phoenix, Arizona, with a need ship date of April 13, 2027, and an original required delivery date of June 30, 2027. The delivery is established as FOB Origin, and both inspection and acceptance will occur at the origin. To be eligible for award, offerors must possess an approved US/Canada Joint Certification Program certification and be authorized by the DLA to access export-controlled technical data, as the item is subject to ITAR or EAR regulations. The procurement mandates strict adherence to quality and packaging standards, including MIL-STD-129 for marking and MIL-STD-2073-1E for packaging. Manufacturers must maintain an inspection system complying with SAE AS9003 or ISO 9001. Cybersecurity requirements include CMMC Level 2 certification and compliance with DFARS 252.204-7012 for safeguarding covered defense information. Additionally, the contract prohibits the use of additive manufacturing unless specifically authorized and requires compliance with the Buy American Act and the Berry Amendment. HUBZone certified small businesses are eligible for a price evaluation preference. Quotations must be submitted to the DLA Weapons Support ASC in Richmond, Virginia, by October 23, 2026.