WASHER, FLAT

The contract is for the procurement of flat washers identified by NSN 5310-01-386-1534 and part number NAS1149C0416R, complying with reference drawing 13873 EI-013861534, revision dated 05/04/2026. The total quantity required is 38,082 units, divided between two line items: 1,399 units and 36,683 units, to be delivered FOB origin with a 204-day lead time after order date, targeting delivery by January 6, 2027. Inspection and acceptance occur at the manufacturer’s origin, with sampling governed by MIL-STD-1916 or ASQ H1331 Table 1 using zero-defect acceptance criteria unless otherwise specified. The items must conform to the DLA Master List of Technical and Quality Requirements and are subject to tailored higher-level quality requirements applicable to both manufacturers and non-manufacturers. Physical identification and bare item marking are mandated, and government identification must be removed from non-accepted supplies. Mercury and mercury-containing compounds are prohibited unless specifically exempted for functional uses in batteries, lights, sensors, weapon systems, or approved reagents, with portable mercury-containing devices requiring shockproof construction and secondary containment per NAVSEA 5100-003D. Packaging must adhere to MIL-STD-2073-1E with specific preservation, wrapping, and containerization parameters including QUP 025, preservation method 10, and pack code U; palletization follows DLA Packaging Requirements for Procurement, and marking complies with MIL-STD-129 without special markings. The contract incorporates multiple federal and defense acquisition regulations including requirements for System for Award Management registration, equal opportunity, combating trafficking, employment eligibility verification, hazardous material identification, sustainable products, electronic payment submissions via WAWF, and prohibition of hexavalent chromium and certain Chinese military company products. The Berry Amendment and Buy American Act apply, requiring domestic sourcing, and security requirements mandate compliance with NIST SP 800-171 DOD assessment standards due to covered defense information. Transportation by sea must use U.S.-flag vessels, and the contract falls under the First Destination Transportation program. Offerors must maintain current SAM registrations, provide socioeconomic certifications, and comply with certified cost