Nut, self-locking, BA

The Defense Logistics Agency Land and Maritime is soliciting quotes for self-locking nuts (NSN 5310013228047), a hardware component classified under the Hardware and Abrasives PSC category. This is a total small business set-aside procurement, meaning only eligible small businesses may submit quotes for consideration. All responsible sources meeting the small business criteria may submit quotes electronically, and timely receipt is the primary requirement for consideration. The solicitation does not explicitly detail specific evaluation criteria beyond timeliness of submission, though standard government procurement practices would apply. The quote submission deadline is January 9, 2026, providing interested contractors approximately nine days from the posting date of December 31, 2025 to prepare and submit their responses.

The procurement is designated as a total small business set-aside, restricting competition to qualified small business entities. The purchase includes four line items with varying quantities and delivery timelines, with the primary volume being 1,104 units required in the first line item, along with three additional units across the remaining lines. All units must be delivered to DLA Distribution San Diego, with delivery timeframes ranging from 120 days to 609 days from order, accommodating different operational urgencies. The solicitation notice does not disclose specific award values, budget ranges, or identify any incumbent contractors. The classified NAICS category is listed as All Other Plastics Product Manufacturing (326199), though the hardware nature of self-locking nuts suggests this classification may require clarification during the quote submission process.