SWITCH, THERMOSTATIC

Solicitation SPE7M8-26-T-6731 is a Request for Quotations issued by the DLA Land and Maritime Electrical Devices Division for the procurement of six thermostatic switches, specifically identified as NSN 5930-01-700-3459 and part number BC3Z-8575E from Ford Motor Co. The required delivery date is March 15, 2027, with a delivery lead time of 167 days after delivery. The acquisition is categorized under NAICS code 335313 and requires shipping FOB Origin, with inspection and acceptance occurring at the destination. The contract incorporates several critical technical and quality requirements, including DLA packaging standards and MIL-STD-129 for marking. Offerors must use the Wide Area WorkFlow system for invoicing and adhere to FAR 52.246-1 for quality control. Special conditions apply to alternate offerors, who must provide a complete data package for both approved and alternate parts, and the government will not evaluate items produced via additive manufacturing. Compliance with the Buy American Act, the Berry Amendment, and DFARS 252.204-7012 for safeguarding covered defense information is mandatory. All quotes must be submitted via the DIBBS portal by September 28, 2026.