TUBE ASSEMBLY, METAL

The contract calls for the procurement of 10 units of a tube assembly, metal, identified by NSN 4710-01-605-2175 and part number 65317-03140-052, under solicitation SPE4A6-26-T-71W5, issued by the ASC Commodities Division of the Department of Defense. Delivery is required to DLA Distribution San Diego at 3581 Cummings Road, Building 3581, San Diego, CA 92136-3581, with FOB origin terms and a delivery timeline of 171 days after the date of award, with an original required delivery date of April 2, 2027, and a need ship date of November 23, 2026. The quantity is fixed at 10 units with zero variance allowed. Inspection and acceptance occur at the destination, governed by FAR 52.246-2, and the contractor must comply with all applicable DLA Master List of Technical and Quality Requirements, which supersede ASTM D3951 packaging standards. Packaging and labeling must adhere to MIL-STD-129, including hazard communication per 29 CFR 1910.1200, and palletization must follow RP001 DLA Packaging Requirements. The manufacturer’s inspection system must meet ISO 9001:2015 or an equivalent standard, and for this specific item, Sikorsky Corporation’s alternate sampling plan QAP 1201 is accepted, provided it meets or exceeds ASQ H1331 or MIL-STD-1916 criteria. Covered Defense Information applies, mandating compliance with FAR 252.204-7012 and CMMC Level 2 Self-Assessment requirements. The contractor must also comply with NIST SP 800-171 assessment requirements under deviation 2026-O0025, and subcontracting for commercial products is governed by deviation 2026-O0015. Safety Data Sheets must be submitted prior to award, and failure to do so renders the offeror ineligible. The contractor must be registered in SAM.gov, use WAWF for invoice and receiving report submissions, and maintain valid socioeconomic representations. The contract incorporates numerous FAR and DFARS clauses addressing whistleblower