Thermometer, indicatin

The Defense Logistics Agency Aviation is soliciting quotes under RFQ SPE4A526T477V for eight each of thermometers, indicating (NSN 6685-01-161-6653, line 0001), with quotes due October 8, 2026 through DIBBS. The procurement is issued through DLA office SPE4A5 with No Set-Aside Used, and the solicitation carries no sole-source or vehicle constraint. Delivery is due within 20 days, FOB origin with inspection at origin, and the solicitation uses Auto Evaluation with automated award unless first article test requirements apply.

The attached RFQ summary places delivery at the General Depot of Naval Supplies in Kaohsiung, Taiwan, as a Foreign Military Sales requirement for Taiwan. The item carries a DO-C9 rating and is governed by DLA Master Solicitation for Automated Simplified Acquisitions Revision 105 (May 20, 2026). Packaging must meet MIL-STD-2073-1E with special marking for delicate instruments. Berry Amendment compliance applies at the reduced threshold of $150,000. Ocean transportation must use U.S.-flag vessels with advance notification to MARAD, and covered telecommunications equipment is prohibited. Quoters are encouraged to submit quantity ranges because demand is volatile. The item is PSC 6685, Pressure, Temperature, and Humidity Measuring and Controlling Instruments.