TUBE, BENT, METALLIC

The contract is for the procurement of 109 metallic bent tubes, specified as steel type 304 conforming to AMS 5566, with an outside diameter of 0.375 inches and a wall thickness of 0.094 inches, machined and prebent, and cadmium plated per QQ-P-416, identified by NSN 4710-01-268-6254. Delivery is required 166 days after award, with a final delivery date of December 30, 2026, to the designated receiving facility in Tracy, California, under FOB Origin terms. The unit price is $109.00 per unit, yielding an extended price of $11,881.00 for the full quantity, with additional line items listed but lacking full identification. The contract is issued under Solicitation SPE7M4-26-T-230T by the Department of Defense’s Fluid Handling Division, classified as a simplified acquisition under SBA small business set-aside, with a NAICS code of 332996. Compliance with CMMC Level 2 cybersecurity requirements is mandatory, and the contractor must be a certified C3PAO. The provision of Covered Defense Information triggers adherence to DFARS 252.204-7012 and NIST SP 800-171 assessment mandates, with deviations in effect through 2026-O0025. Technical data associated with the item is subject to export controls under ITAR or EAR, restricting disclosure to foreign persons without prior authorization from the Department of State or Commerce; access is limited to contractors with approved JCP certification, completion of DLA training, and formal approval. Packaging, marking, and labeling must conform to MIL-STD-129 and ASTM D3951, with adherence to DLA’s packaging requirements RP001 and Hazard Communication Standard 29 CFR 1910.1200; all hazardous material data must be submitted in the form of Safety Data Sheets prior to award. The use of ozone-depleting chemicals, hexavalent chromium, and any prohibited substances is strictly forbidden, and substitute chemicals must be approved. Inspection and acceptance occur at the origin, with the Government assuming responsibility. Electronic submission of invoices and receiving reports is required via WAWF, and the contractor must