Valve Spring Retainer Lock Fabrication

This subcontract involves the fabrication of 439 Valve Spring Retainer Locks (NSN 2815-01-271-7171) designed for Cummins model C, 6-cylinder, 8.3 liter diesel engines. The project requires precision CNC machining or forming to meet strict metallurgical compliance standards, as these components are designated as Critical Application Items. The work will be performed in New Cumberland, Pennsylvania, under the oversight of the Department of Defense and the DLA Weapons Support Land Supplier Opns Engines. The contractor must adhere to several regulatory mandates, including the Buy American Act, the Balance of Payments Program, and the Berry Amendment. The solicitation was posted on November 4, 2026, with a response deadline of November 16, 2026. The final deliverable consists of 439 finished retainer locks produced under NAICS code 332710.