Plate,metal

The Defense Logistics Agency Troop Support Construction and Equipment seeks quotes for three aluminum alloy metal plates (NSN 9535-01-394-0438) under a HUBZone set-aside, with quotes due October 21, 2026. The notice's description text also lists an October 16, 2026 quote deadline, and both dates precede today's date of November 5, 2026. The request is issued as RFQ SPE8E927T0114 through DIBBS, where quotes must be submitted, and the notice lists it as an Auto Evaluation solicitation.

Per the attached RFQ summary, each plate measures 2.5 inches thick, 48 inches wide, and 144 inches long in T-7451 temper, with delivery required 162 days from award and a need ship date of March 28, 2027. Delivery is to DLA Distribution Warner Robins, Georgia, FOB Origin with inspection and acceptance at destination. The same summary states that first article testing may apply and that the solicitation is not an automated award candidate, which conflicts with the Auto Evaluation designation in the notice. Suppliers must appear on the Qualified Suppliers List for Distributors (QSLD) to be eligible for award. The material must comply with SAE AMS4050K and ASTM B660 and B666, with marking and packaging per MIL-STD-129 and ASTM B660. The non-manufacturer rule is waived. The notice does not state evaluation criteria, an award value, or an incumbent.