THERMOMETER, SELF-IN

This contract covers the procurement of four self-indicating, bimetallic thermometers, identified under NSN 6685-00-291-6812, with a delivery requirement of within 20 days and shipment FOB origin. The contract mandates adherence to various packaging and quality assurance standards, including DLA packaging requirements (RP001), MIL-STD-129 for marking and labeling, and ASTM D3951 commercial packaging standards unless materials are hazardous, in which case specific packaging rules apply. Inspection and acceptance of the thermometers will occur at the destination point, with zero tolerance for non-conformances under the specified sampling plans per MIL-STD-1916 or ASQ H1331, applying strict quality control. The contract incorporates technical and quality requirements as detailed in the DLA Master List, ensuring compliance with designated attribute verification levels and acceptance quality limits. Delivery is directed to the Naval Nuclear Lab-Kesselring Site in Schenectady, NY, with a clear shipping instruction to use the fastest traceable means and expressly avoid parcel post. The contract emphasizes compliance with Government unique unit of issue and purchase unit specifications, while also allowing the manufacturer some discretion in inspection methods. The solicitation was issued by the Department of Defense’s ASC Supplier OEM Division, with contact information provided for the contracting officer, and includes provisions for traceable shipment identification and handling of hazardous material if applicable. The overall terms point to a streamlined procurement process with a strong focus on quality control, traceability, and adherence to standardized packaging and delivery protocols for sensitive government use.