SPRING, HELICAL, COMP

The contract solicitation SPE7L5-26-T-4232 seeks 34 units of a helical compression spring, NSN 5360-00-184-8103, manufactured by Lourdes Industries Inc. with part number 01178 P/N 45620, designated as a critical application item. Delivery is required within 95 days after receipt of order, with the destination being Industries of the Blind Inc. at 6920 West Market Street, Greensboro, NC 27409. The spring must comply with technical and quality requirements from the DLA Master List of Technical and Quality Requirements, identified by R or I numbers, which supersede all other standards including ASTM D3951. Packaging, marking, and palletization must adhere strictly to MIL-STD-129 and RP001 DLA Packaging Requirements for Procurement, with all items labeled per applicable regulations, including special markings for any radioactive materials exceeding specified activity thresholds. The contract incorporates a comprehensive set of FAR and DFARS clauses addressing cybersecurity, whistleblower protections, prohibited materials like hexavalent chromium, export controls, labor rights, and electronic payment reporting via WAWF, with specific deviation versions effective as of February 2026. The solicitation prohibits the use of additive manufacturing for this part, requires submission of a Safety Data Sheet prior to award, and mandates full data packages for any alternate parts proposed. Offers must be submitted through DIBBS by July 17, 2026, based on FOB Origin terms, and include representations regarding small business status, prohibited equipment from Chinese military companies, and compliance with defense telecommunications restrictions. Inspection and acceptance occur at destination under FAR 52.246-1, and award may be made automatically if eligible. The contract type is unspecified but governed by the DLA Master Solicitation for Automated Simplified Acquisitions Revision 105 and includes the Alt I variant of the Type of Contract clause. Payment requires electronic submission through WAWF with both invoice and receiving report unless an exception applies.