Sheet,metal

The Defense Logistics Agency seeks quotes for seven sheets of aluminum alloy sheet metal (NSN 9535-01-367-8119) under request for quotations SPE8E427T0260, with quotes due November 16, 2026. The procurement is set aside for Total Small Business, and quotes must be submitted through DIBBS.

Delivery is required within 160 days to the DLA Distribution facility at New Cumberland, Pennsylvania (DDSP), FOB Origin, with inspection and acceptance at destination. Each sheet measures 0.075 inches thick, 48 inches wide, and 96 inches long, with a reference weight of 34.90 pounds per sheet. Material must conform to SAE AMS4085G (Alloy 7475 Temper T761) per reference drawing 14153-01735, with packaging and preservation to MIL-STD-129, ASTM B666, and ASTM B660.

Offerors must be on the Qualified Suppliers List for Distributors (QSLD) to be eligible for award, and bids based on non-approved QSLD distributors must be flagged as exceptions. Additional requirements include Buy American Act compliance (DFARS 252.225-7001), Berry Amendment domestic material restrictions at the $150,000 threshold, quality compliance certification with each shipment, and continuous identification markings. All quotes must include unit pricing.

The government description lists the solicitation type as Auto Evaluation. The attached RFQ summary states that no automated award is available due to First Article Test requirements in the technical data package. Procurement history shows previous awards ranging from $1,301.12 to $4,200.00 per unit, with the most recent award in April 2022 at $2,100.00 per sheet.