SPRING, HELICAL, TORSION

The contract is for the procurement of 27,000 helical torsion springs with NSN 5360-01-431-2213, under solicitation SPE7L1-26-T-868W, issued by the Defense Logistics Agency’s LAND SUPPLY CHAIN office. Delivery is required at the destination in Greensboro, NC, within 166 days after award, with FOB Destination terms placing full transportation cost and risk on the contractor. The item is subject to stringent technical and quality requirements outlined in the DLA Master List of Technical and Quality Requirements, which supersedes general commercial standards like ASTM D3951. Packaging and marking must conform to MIL-STD-129 and MIL-STD-130N, with all shipments incorporating proper labeling, barcoding, and hazardous material compliance per 29 CFR 1910.1200. Technical data associated with the item is controlled under ITAR or EAR, prohibiting unauthorized access or export to foreign persons or entities without prior Department of State or Commerce authorization, and access is restricted to contractors with approved JCP certification, completed DLA export control training, and formal authorization. The contract includes clauses requiring compliance with cybersecurity safeguards under FAR 52.240-93 and DFARS 252.204-7012, prohibitions on hexavalent chromium and toxic material handling, trade in prohibited telecommunications equipment, and adherence to DPAS priority ratings. The contractor must submit Safety Data Sheets for all hazardous materials, report any radioactive content exceeding thresholds, and use U.S.-flag vessels for maritime transport unless waived. The contract enforces employment equity, anti-trafficking, and whistleblower protections, with mandatory use of the WAWF system for invoicing and receipt of deliveries. Pricing is not explicitly stated in the solicitation but is estimated at approximately $2.36 million based on historical unit pricing. Offerors must hold a valid UEI and CAGE code, self-certify their small business status, and comply with all representation and certification requirements prior to award. No evaluation factors or award methodology are specified, and the contract structure implies a fixed-price type with inspection and acceptance occurring at the destination.