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SPRING, FLAT

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SPE7L1-26-T-689HFederal

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Contract SPE7L126V061Q was awarded by the Defense Logistics Agency, Department of Defense, to Salem Manufacturing & Sales Inc (CAGE 57140) on September 3, 2026. The total contract price is 2,664.00 dollars for the procurement of flat springs under National Stock Number 5360012091108. This award resulted from solicitation SPE7L1-26-T-689H, which was originally issued by DLA Land and Maritime as a request for quotations under NAICS code 332613. The agreement includes specific technical requirements, packaging standards, and adherence to export control restrictions under ITAR and EAR. It also incorporates instructions for the First Destination Transportation program. The contract is scheduled to expire on March 31, 2028, with Kelly Day serving as the primary point of contact for the agency.

General Info

Agency

Department Of Defense → Defense Logistics Agency

Contract Value

$2,664

NAICS

332613 - Spring Manufacturing

Place of Performance

Not specified

Set-Aside

NONE

Awardee

SALEM MANUFACTURING & SALES INC

Award Issued Date

09/03/2026, 12:00:00 AM UTC

Documents

(2)

SPE7L1-26-T-689H Request for Quotations

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SPE7L1-26-V-061Q - Order for Supplies or Services

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PostedJun 9

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AwardedSep 3

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AgencyDepartment Of Defense → Defense Logistics Agency

Contacts1 person available

OfficeUSA

Organization / AgencyDepartment Of Defense → Defense Logistics Agency

Office AddressUSA

Contacts

Kelly Day

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+1 (555) 000-0000

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DLA award SPE7L126V061Q posted on DIBBS. Awardee: SALEM MANUFACTURING & SALES INC (CAGE 57140) Total Contract Price: $2,664.00 Award Date: 09-03-2026 Solicitation: SPE7L1-26-T-689H Line items: - SPRING, FLAT (NSN/Part 5360012091108, PR 7017047140)

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