THERMOMETER, SELF-INDIC

The solicitation SPE4A5-26-T-308K seeks 31 self-indicating thermometers identified by NSN 6685-01-417-6054 under a simplified acquisition procedure administered by the Defense Logistics Agency. The requirements are governed by a fixed-price contract structure, as indicated by the application of FAR 52.216-1 Alternate I and associated clauses, with delivery due 169 days after receipt of order, targeting a need ship date of January 20, 2027. The delivery point is the DLA Distribution facility at New Cumberland, Pennsylvania, with FOB Origin terms meaning title and risk transfer to the government upon delivery to the contractor’s facility. The contract imposes strict compliance with MIL-STD-2073-1E for packaging and MIL-STD-129 for labeling and barcoding, including special markings for delicate instruments and adherence to hazard communication standards under 29 CFR 1910.1200. Mercury or mercury compounds are prohibited in packaging and preservation except for designated functional applications, which must be contained within a second boundary per NAVSEA 5100-003D. The offeror must submit hazard warning labels for review prior to award and comply with all DFARS-mandated cybersecurity controls, including safeguarding defense information, cyber incident reporting, and NIST SP 800-171 assessment requirements. Invoicing is mandatory through the Wide Area Workflow system, and payment instructions follow DFARS electronic submission standards. Small business status representations are required, with specific clauses mandating post-award representations and accelerated payments to small business subcontractors. The contractor must certify its entity status using a Unique Entity ID and CAGE code, disclose any involvement with covered telecommunications equipment from communist Chinese military companies, and affirm compliance with whistleblower protections and restrictions on mandatory arbitration. Inspection and acceptance occur at the destination point under FAR 52.246-2, using MIL-STD-1916 or ASQ Z1.4 sampling procedures. No contract pricing is specified in the solicitation, nor are award evaluation factors disclosed, implying a potential Lowest Price Technically Acceptable selection process. All proposals must be submitted electronically via DIBBS by August 3, 2026, with no paper submissions accepted.