SPE4A6-26-R-X694, 4030-01-622-9684, shackle

The Defense Logistics Agency Aviation is soliciting bids for NSN 4030-01-622-9684 shackles, a hardware manufacturing item classified under miscellaneous aircraft accessories and components. This solicitation seeks to establish an Indefinite Delivery Contract (IDC) for commercial items in accordance with FAR 13.5, with a 5-year base period. The contract will be awarded based on a combination of evaluation factors including price, delivery performance, past performance, and other criteria as detailed in the full solicitation document. The estimated annual demand for this item is 4,009 units across the base and option periods, with required delivery within 144 days of order receipt. The solicitation was posted on April 29, 2026, with a proposal due date of May 1, 2026, and interested contractors should access the complete solicitation details through the DLA Internet Bid Board System (DIBBS) at https://www.dibbs.bsm.dla.mil.

This procurement is designated as a Total Small Business set-aside, limiting competition to small business entities. Current or potential contractors identified in the solicitation include ACE Industries Inc. (CAGE 0BU57), Hanes Supply Inc. (CAGE 8H112), Oshkosh Defense LLC (CAGE 75Q65), and Columbus McKinnon Corp. (CAGE 93922), all of which manufacture or distribute part number M866AP shackles. The contract will operate under FOB Destination terms with inspection and acceptance occurring at the destination, meaning the government assumes responsibility for shipping. While specific budget information is not disclosed in this notice, pricing evaluation will be based on the estimated annual demand quantity of 4,009 units. The place of performance for delivery is the destination location specified by the government upon order issuance.