Gage rod, liquid level

Defense Logistics Agency Aviation seeks quotes for 20 each gage rods, liquid level (NSN 6680-01-604-8605) under a Woman-Owned Small Business set-aside, with quotes due November 17, 2026. DLA office SPE4A5 issued Request for Quotations SPE4A527T2934 through DIBBS, and all quotes must be submitted via DIBBS. The notice's Set Aside line controls eligibility, and the attachment summary's statement that this is not a small business set-aside conflicts with it.

Items are FOB Origin with inspection at destination, and delivery is due 167 days after award. The attachment summary identifies DLA Distribution New Cumberland, Pennsylvania as the destination, a need ship date of May 4, 2027, and an original required delivery date of July 20, 2027.

The solicitation incorporates the DLA Master Solicitation for Automated Simplified Acquisitions (Revision 105) and the DLA Master List of Technical and Quality Requirements, including MIL-STD-1916 sampling, MIL-STD-2073-1E packaging, and manufacturer inspection to SAE AS9003 or ISO 9001. The procurement is subject to the Buy American Act and DFARS, including the Berry Amendment at the $150,000 threshold. Mercury or mercury-containing compounds are prohibited in preservation, packaging, and marking. The attachment summary identifies American Metal Bearing Company (CAGE 70508, P/N 100409) as the manufacturer.

The notice states no ceiling or budget. The attachment summary cites historical awards at approximately $1,006 to $1,225 per unit to vendors 1WZZ2, 1V4T7, 7QEZ4, and 7MR60. The solicitation type is Auto Evaluation, and the notice states no weighted evaluation criteria. The attachment summary characterizes the solicitation as a candidate for automated award unless first article test requirements apply.