STUD, TURNLOCK FASTENER

Solicitation SPE4A6-26-T-23FW, issued by the DLA Aviation ASC Commodities Division, is for the procurement of 38 turnlock fastener studs (NSN 5325-00-580-8328). This item is designated as a critical application item and must be manufactured according to basic drawing 97942 578R709 Revision R and reference drawing 98752 200415485 Revision E. The contractor is required to deliver two units for first article testing to Robins AFB, GA, within 180 calendar days of the contract date, with a final required delivery date of March 31, 2027, to the delivery point in Tracy, CA. The contract mandates strict quality and security compliance, requiring the manufacturer's inspection system to meet ISO 9001:2015 standards and adherence to the DLA Master List of Technical and Quality Requirements. Due to the nature of the technical data, eligible offerors must possess an approved US/Canada Joint Certification Program certification and DLA approval to access export-controlled data. Packaging must comply with MIL-STD-129 and ASTM D3951, and all invoicing must be processed through the Wide Area WorkFlow system. The solicitation includes a price evaluation preference for certified HUBZone small business concerns and incorporates various FAR and DFARS clauses regarding cybersecurity, including CMMC Level 2 and safeguarding of covered defense information.