TORQUE ROD, TANDEM AXLE

The Defense Logistics Agency awarded contract SPE7L126D63EA to FREIGHTLINER OF SAVANNAH, INC. (CAGE 03AZ7) on July 27, 2026, under solicitation SPE7L1-26-U-0456, for an indefinite-delivery, indefinite-quantity contract with a maximum value of $350,000.00. The contract covers the supply of TORQUE RODS, TANDEM AXLE (NSN 2530014791184), with a minimum order of nine units and no specified maximum quantity, to be delivered FOB ORIGIN within 84 days after receipt of order. Performance is governed by a range of contractual clauses enforcing compliance with military and federal standards, including MIL-STD-129 for packaging and labeling, ASTM D3951 for commercial packaging of non-hazardous materials, and FED-STD-313 for hazardous material handling. All shipments must adhere to DLA’s RP001 packaging requirements and the DLA Master List of Technical and Quality Requirements, which supersedes commercial standards when applicable. Hazardous materials require compliance with OSHA’s Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200), and all labeling must be pre-approved by the contracting officer. The contractor is obligated to use the Wide Area Workflow system for all invoicing and receiving reports, and failure to comply with electronic submission protocols renders payment ineligible. The contract imposes stringent cybersecurity and compliance obligations under DFARS and FAR clauses, including safeguarding covered defense information and reporting cyber incidents per 252.204-7012, adherence to NIST SP 800-171 requirements through 252.240-7997, and prohibition on acquiring covered defense telecommunications equipment under 252.204-7018. The contractor must also ensure whistleblower rights are communicated to employees, notify the Government of any potential safety issues, and comply with restrictions on former DoD officials’ compensation. Transportation requirements mandate the use of U.S.-flag vessels for ocean shipments unless a waiver is secured at least 45 days in advance. The contract incorporates provisions for accelerated payments to small business subcontractors, employment eligibility verification, combating human trafficking, and sustainable product procurement, with deviations authorized for multiple clauses to streamline