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This government solicitation, SPMYM226Q5198, is a request for commercial products and services, specifically targeting Women-Owned Small Businesses (WOSB). The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Maritime - Puget Sound is seeking bids for swivel nut elbows, O-rings, and supporting rings. Key requirements include electronic invoicing via Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF), adherence to specific packaging and marking standards (ASTM-D-3951), and destination inspection and acceptance in Yokosuka, Japan, by December 26, 2025. Contractors must comply with various Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) clauses, including those related to item unique identification and valuation, supply chain traceability, and prohibitions on certain foreign procurements and telecommunications equipment. Access to Navy bases for delivery requires Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) credentials and proof of U.S. citizenship. The document outlines detailed procedures for contractor responsibilities regarding manufacturing phase-out, retention of supply chain documentation, and the use of the Vendor Shipment Module (VSM).