WASHER, FLAT

Solicitation SPE4A6-26-T-16VP is issued by the Department of Defense, specifically the DLA Aviation ASC Commodities Division, for the procurement of 412 flat washers under NSN 5310-01-345-3772. The requirement is managed by buyer Michael Blain, with a proposal submission deadline of August 21, 2026, via the DLA Internet Bid Board System. Delivery is set for FOB Destination at the DLA Distribution New Cumberland facility in Pennsylvania, with a delivery window of 169 days after receipt of order. The contract mandates strict adherence to quality and packaging standards, including MIL-STD-129 for shipment marking, MIL-STD-130N for item identification, and ASTM D3951 for packaging, though DLA Master List requirements take precedence. Inspection and acceptance will occur at the destination, governed by MIL-STD-1916 and ASQ H1331 sampling procedures. All invoicing and receiving reports must be processed exclusively through the Wide Area WorkFlow system. Compliance requirements are extensive, including adherence to NIST SP 800-171 for cybersecurity and CMMC Level 2 certification. The procurement is subject to strict export controls under ITAR and EAR, requiring contractors to have approved US/Canada Joint Certification Program certification. Additionally, the contract incorporates various FAR and DFARS clauses regarding the Buy American Act, whistleblower rights, and the prohibition of covered defense telecommunications equipment.