SPAR, AIRCRAFT

The contract solicitation SPE4A7-26-T-356K seeks three aircraft spar components identified by part number 4-3908-8 and NSN 1560-01-605-7129, with delivery required within 171 days after order date under FOB Origin terms through the First Destination Transportation program. The item is governed by stringent technical and quality requirements referenced in the DLA Master List of Technical and Quality Requirements, and engineering specifications are detailed in multiple drawings including DWG EI-016057129 and others referenced as NR 81205 series. The component is subject to Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) Level 2 requirements via a certified third-party assessment organization, and safeguarding of covered defense information is mandated under DFARS 252.204-7012. Export control restrictions apply to associated technical data under ITAR or EAR, permitting access only to contractors with approved JCP certification and completed DLA training on export-controlled data handling. Inspection and acceptance occur at origin, requiring compliance with ISO 9001:2015 or an equivalent quality management system, with mandatory removal of government identification from non-accepted items. Packaging must conform to ASTM D3951 for non-hazardous materials and TQ requirement IP025 for hazardous substances, with all marking and labeling adhering to MIL-STD-129. Unit packaging is limited to one per unit pack, and the item is exempt from Item Unique Identification per customer request. Contractors must be registered in SAM, maintain current small business program representations including HUBZone certification for price preference eligibility, and comply with prohibitions on mandatory arbitration agreements and internal confidentiality agreements. The solicitation incorporates numerous FAR and DFARS clauses related to whistleblower protections, cyber incident reporting, prohibition of covered telecommunications equipment, and disclosure of information. Payment must be processed through WAWF using electronic systems, and offers are restricted from including parts produced via additive manufacturing unless prior approval is obtained. All submissions must occur electronically via DIBBS by the deadline of May 22, 2026, and the procurement is classified as a small business set-aside under NAICS code 336413 with a DPAS DO-A1 priority rating.