STUD, LOCKED IN

Solicitation SPE4A6-27-T-4748 is a fixed-price request for quotations issued by the DLA Weapons Support ASC Commodities Division for the procurement of 109 locked-in studs, identified by NSN 5307-01-190-7651. This item is designated as a critical item and must be procured in accordance with military or federal specifications. The required delivery date is June 1, 2027, with a delivery lead time of 164 days after order, shipped FOB Origin to the DLA Distribution New Cumberland facility in Pennsylvania. The contract mandates strict quality and technical compliance, requiring the manufacturer's inspection system to meet SAE AS9003 or ISO 9001 standards. Inspection and acceptance will occur at the point of origin, with acceptance based on zero non-conformances. Packaging must adhere to ASTM D3951 and MIL-STD-129, while palletization must follow DLA requirement RP001. Offerors must submit quotes via the DIBBS system and are prohibited from using additive manufacturing processes unless authorized. Key regulatory requirements include compliance with the Buy American Act and the Berry Amendment, as well as safeguarding covered defense information per DFARS 252.204-7012. A price evaluation preference is available for certified HUBZone Small Business Concerns. Payment and invoicing must be processed electronically through the Wide Area WorkFlow system.