Plate,metal

The Defense Logistics Agency, through office SPE8E4, is soliciting quotes for three aluminum alloy metal plates under NSN 9535-00-857-1682, with quotes due November 16, 2026. The procurement is a HUBZone set-aside, submitted through DIBBS under a solicitation type listed as Auto Evaluation.

Per the RFQ attachment summary, each plate measures 3.00 inches thick, 32.00 inches wide, and 120.00 inches long, with delivery required within 104 days. Terms are FOB Origin with inspection and acceptance at destination, to DLA Distribution Warner Robins at Robins Air Force Base, Georgia. The PSC is 9535, Plate, Sheet, Strip, and Foil; Nonferrous Base Metal. Each shipment requires a certificate of quality compliance (mill-material certification), and supplies must be of domestic origin unless otherwise indicated. Marking follows MIL-STD-129, and packaging follows MIL-STD-2073-1E and ASTM B660. The clauses cover hazard warnings, cybersecurity, sea transportation, small business representations, and prohibited telecommunications equipment. The attachment summary states that first article test requirements would preclude automated award. Prior awards for this item ranged from $1,671.62 to $5,925.00 per unit across multiple contractors.