SUPPORT, STRUCTURAL

This contract, issued under solicitation number SPE4A5-26-T-336L by the Defense Logistics Agency Aviation, seeks two units of a structural support component identified by NSN 1560014797115 and Boeing part number 65C34524-3, designated as a critical application item. Delivery is required within 169 days after receipt of order, with a need ship date of February 3, 2027 and an original required delivery date of August 1, 2028, to the DLA Distribution Anniston facility in Anniston, Alabama. The contracting instrument incorporates the Defense Logistics Agency Master Solicitation for Automated Simplified Acquisitions Revision 105 and requires strict compliance with all referenced technical and quality requirements from the DLA Master List, which supersedes any standard such as ASTM D3951. Packaging must follow RP001 DLA Packaging Requirements and MIL-STD-129 for marking and labeling, with hazardous materials requiring compliance with TQ requirement IP025 and the Hazard Communication Standard, while non-hazardous items must be commercially packaged. The contractor must submit a Safety Data Sheet prior to award, or risk being deemed nonresponsible. Inspection and acceptance occur at the destination under FAR 52.246-2, and the manufacturer’s inspection system must meet SAE AS9003 or ISO 9001 tailored to AS9003 requirements. Cybersecurity is mandated at CMMC Level 2 via self-assessment, and compliance with DFARS clauses governing safeguarding covered defense information, prohibition of certain telecommunications equipment, and Buy American/Berry Amendment restrictions applies. Payment processing must be conducted electronically through WAWF, with invoices and receiving reports submitted per contract line item type. The solicitation allows for automated award, subject to the absence of first article test requirements, and uses a HUBZone price evaluation preference unless waived. All quotations must be submitted via DIBBS by August 17, 2026, and offerors must complete representations regarding size, socioeconomic status, compliance with whistleblower and compensation regulations, and certification of cybersecurity practices.