The Department of Defense, through the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA Maritime - Puget Sound), is soliciting bids for the procurement of metal sheets under solicitation number SPMYM225Q0477. Interested vendors must submit a signed and completed solicitation form (SF 1449) via email, including critical details such as lead time, manufacturer, country of origin, and the company's CAGE code, while ensuring that all submissions are complete to be considered responsive. This procurement is particularly significant as it emphasizes compliance with cybersecurity standards, specifically NIST SP 800-171, for contractors handling defense-related data, and encourages participation from small businesses, including those owned by veterans and women. The deadline for bid submissions is January 2, 2025, and inquiries can be directed to Hunter Johnson at hunter.johnson@dla.mil or by phone at 360-813-9397.