Indefinite Delivery Contract for NSN 6650014441229
ID: SPE7LX25RX033Type: Presolicitation
2 AwardsJul 18, 2025
$7.5M$7,500,000
AwardeeAAR SUPPLY CHAIN, INC
Award #:SPE7LX25D5028
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCYDLA LAND AND MARITIMECOLUMBUS, OH, 43218-3990, USA

NAICS

Commercial and Service Industry Machinery Manufacturing (333310)

PSC

OPTICAL INSTRUMENTS, TEST EQUIPMENT, COMPONENTS AND ACCESSORIES (6650)
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    The Department of Defense, through the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Land and Maritime, is seeking proposals for an Indefinite Delivery Contract for the National Stock Number (NSN) 6650014441229, which pertains to an optical instrument known as the Eyeguard. This procurement requires compliance with military specifications, including packaging and delivery standards, as outlined in the associated documentation, which emphasizes the importance of DLA certification for contractors. The estimated annual demand is 11,096 units, with a delivery schedule of 70 days and a contract duration of five years, with no option periods. Interested parties should submit their quotes via email to Chuck Mielke at charles.mielkeii@dla.mil by 3:00 PM local time, with the anticipated award date set for July 2025.

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    The LTC PID Packaging Consolidated document outlines the packaging requirements for a critical optical instrument, identified by NSN 014441229, produced by Rubbercraft Corporation. It specifies various reference numbers related to the item, including detailed instructions for preparation and delivery, in accordance with DLA packaging requirements. Key packaging details include a quantity unit of 50, along with methods for preservation, cleaning, and marking that comply with military standards. The document further includes a glossary that interprets the technical requirements for procurement and export control concerning the item, as well as restrictions against mercury addition in the supplied hardware. It stresses that offerors must be DLA-certified to access export-controlled data, underscoring the importance of compliance for contractors seeking procurement opportunities. This document is essentially a guide for ensuring that suppliers adhere to stringent military specifications and readiness for direct logistics support within the U.S. government framework. The requirements set forth provide a comprehensive framework to assess supplier eligibility and product conformity for military procurement.
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