# DIBBS #SPE7L3-26-T-248F

DLA Land and Maritime Solicits Rigid Connecting Links with First Article Test Requirement

**Posted:** September 11, 2026
**Respond By:** September 21, 2026
**Identifier:** SPE7L3-26-T-248F
**NAICS:** 336992

The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Land and Maritime is soliciting rigid connecting links for vehicle support operations.
- Government Buyer:
  - Defense Logistics Agency (DLA)
  - DLA Land and Maritime
  - Land Supplier Operations Vehicle Support
- Products Requested:
  - Connecting Link, Rigid (NSN 3040-00-834-4366)
    - Quantity: 107 units
    - Manufactured by forging process
    - Packaging per ASTM D3951 and MIL-STD-129
    - Export-controlled technical data applies
    - Compliance with ISO 9001:2015 or equivalent required
  - First Article Test Requirement (NSN 0001S00000052)
    - Quantity: 2 units
    - Delivery within 180 calendar days
    - Government testing at Warner Robins ALCMC, Robins AFB, GA
    - Testing cost: $9,000
- Unique Requirements:
  - First Article Test required before full production
  - Compliance with domestic sourcing laws, cybersecurity standards, and export control regulations
  - Packaging and delivery are FOB Origin
- No OEMs or specific vendors are named in the solicitation
- Technical documentation is available for the rigid connecting link

### Description

GOVERNMENT FIRST ARTIC (QTY: Qty - See Solicitation, NSN: 0001S00000052, Purchase Request: 7018272459)
CONNECTING LINK, RIGID (QTY: 107, NSN: 3040-00-834-4366, Purchase Request: 7018272459)

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