SUPPORT, STRUCTURAL
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The contract solicitation SPE4A7-26-Q-0815 seeks nine units of a structural support item identified by NSN 1560-00-022-8398, to be manufactured using a forging process that requires specialized tooling. The procurement is a firm fixed-price requirement with a delivery deadline of 255 days after award and FOB destination terms. The item is subject to stringent technical and quality standards, including compliance with RQ017 for physical identification and bare item marking, and all items must be marked per MIL-STD-129 with lot and serial numbers, CAGE codes of both contractor and actual manufacturer, and the part number. The item requires Item Unique Identification (IUID) conforming to MIL-STD-130 with machine-readable marks, and packaging must adhere to DLA’s RP001 requirements. Inspection and acceptance are conducted at the source by the Government, using MIL-STD-1916 or comparable zero-based sampling plans with strict acceptance criteria: zero defects for critical attributes (AQL 0.1), one defect allowed for major attributes (AQL 1.0), and four for minor attributes (AQL 4.0). The Government reserves the right to reject the entire lot if sample fails. Technical data associated with this item is subject to ITAR or EAR export controls, and only DLA-approved contractors with JCP certification, completed training, and approved access may receive it. The offeror must be registered in SAM, maintain current representations and certifications, and comply with multiple mandatory DFARS and FAR clauses, including cybersecurity requirements for CMMC Level 2 certification, safeguarding covered defense information under DFARS 252.204-7008, and electronic invoicing through WAWF. Payment is subject to prompt payment terms via electronic funds transfer, and small business subcontractors are entitled to accelerated payments. The contractor must inform employees of whistleblower rights and comply with child labor prohibitions, equal opportunity obligations for veterans and workers with disabilities, and paid sick leave under Executive Order 13706. All hazardous materials must be labeled per the Hazard Communication Standard unless exempted under specific federal statutes. The evaluation will be based on a best value determination, with past performance weighted significantly more heavily than price and other non-price factors, assessed through SPRS ratings, historical quality records, and on-time delivery history. The solicitation is open to all responsible offerors
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A forging process was identified as a means to manufacture this item. Tooling is required to produce a forging. For sourcing, tooling, materials or other information, please contact the appropriate assistance team: (Aviation, C<(>&<)>E Supply Chains) https://www.dla.mil/Aviation/Offers/Engineering/Forging-and-Casting/; (Land & Maritime Supply Chains) DSCC.cast.forge@dla.mil. RD005: Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) Level 2 Certified Third-Party Assessment Organization (C3PAO)
RQ017: PHYSICAL INDENTIFICATION/BARE ITEM MARKING
RA001: THIS DOCUMENT INCORPORATES TECHNICAL AND/OR QUALITY REQUIREMENTS (IDENTIFIED BY AN 'R' OR AN 'I' NUMBER) SET FORTH IN FULL TEXT IN THE DLA MASTER LIST OF TECHNICAL AND QUALITY REQUIREMENTS FOUND ON THE WEB AT:
http://www.dla.mil/HQ/Acquisition/Offers/eProcurement.aspx http://www.dla.mil/HQ/Acquisition/Offers/eProcurement.aspx
FOR SIMPLIFIED ACQUISITIONS, THE REVISION OF THE MASTER IN EFFECT ON THE SOLICITATION ISSUE DATE OR THE AWARD DATE CONTROLS. FOR LARGE ACQUISITIONS, THE REVISION OF THE MASTER IN EFFECT ON THE RFP ISSUE DATE APPLIES UNLESS A SOLICITATION AMENDMENT INCORPORATES A FOLLOW-ON REVISION, IN WHICH CASE THE AMENDMENT DATE CONTROLS.
RC001: DOCUMENTATION REQUIREMENTS FOR SOURCE APPROVAL REQUEST (SAR)
RD002, COVERED DEFENSE INFORMATION APPLIES
RP001: DLA PACKAGING REQUIREMENTS FOR PROCUREMENT
RQ002: CONFIGURATION CHANGE MANAGEMENT ENGINEERING CHANGE PROPOSAL REQUEST FOR VARIANCE (DEVIATION OR WAIVER)
RQ009: INSPECTION AND ACCEPTANCE AT ORIGIN
RQ011: REMOVAL OF GOVERNMENT IDENTIFICATION FROM NON-ACCEPTED SUPPLIES
RQ032: EXPORT CONTROL OF TECHNICAL DATA
This item has technical data some or all of which is subject to export-control of either the International Traffic in Arms regulations (ITAR) or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR), and cannot be exported without prior authorization from either the Department of State or the Department of Commerce. Export includes disclosure of technical data to foreign persons and nationals whether located in the United States or abroad. This requirement applies equally to foreign national employees and U.S. companies and their foreign subsidiaries. DFARS 252.225-7048 is applicable to this data.
The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) limits distribution of export-control technical data to DLA contractors that have an approved US/Canada Joint Certification Program (JCP) certification, have completed the Introduction to Proper Handling of DOD Export-Controlled Technical Data Training and the DLA Export-Controlled Technical Data Questionnaire (both are available at the web address given below), and have been approved by the DLA controlling authority to access the export-controlled data. NSN/Part Number: 1560-00-022-8398 Quantity: 9 EA Purchase Request: 7014487057QTY: 9 Delivery: 255 days ADO