Supply of Helical Retainer (COTS Component)

The contract calls for the manufacture or supply of one helical retainer identified by NSN 5340-00-460-9001, a precision-machined steel fastening component intended for use in defense applications. The part must be fabricated from ASTM A108 1018 steel, which has been approved as a substitute material for the original specification, ensuring material compatibility and functional performance under operational conditions. The component is classified as a commercial off-the-shelf item, indicating standardized design and production processes without customization demands beyond the stated material and dimensional requirements. Issued by the Defense Logistics Agency on behalf of the Department of Defense, this subcontract was posted on June 25, 2026, and falls under NAICS code 332710, which corresponds to machine shop, turned product, and screw, nut, and bolt manufacturing. Performance location and specific delivery details are not provided, and no set-aside provisions apply, meaning the contract is open to any qualified vendor. The procurement is referenced through the DIBBS system under contract number SPE7MC25V2565, and all work is expected to meet military-grade quality and reliability standards appropriate for defense systems.