# DIBBS #SPE7L1-26-T-14A9

DLA Land and Maritime Solicits Connecting Link, Rigid with First Article Test

**Posted:** September 18, 2026
**Respond By:** September 28, 2026
**Identifier:** SPE7L1-26-T-14A9
**NAICS:** 333613

This opportunity from the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Land and Maritime focuses on sourcing a specialized mechanical component for military supply chains.
- Government Buyer:
  - Defense Logistics Agency (DLA), Land and Maritime, Land Supply Chain
  - Contact: Mary Reckart
- Products Requested:
  - Connecting Link, Rigid (NSN: 3040-01-252-7689)
    - Quantity: 5 units
    - Technical documentation available
  - First Article Test Requirement (FAT) unit for NSN 3040-01-252-7689
    - Quantity: 1 unit
- Notable Requirements:
  - First article test report must be submitted within 180 days from contract date
  - Delivery required by September 8, 2028; ship date by March 16, 2027
  - Compliance with domestic sourcing laws, export control, and cybersecurity standards
  - Inspection and acceptance at origin
- OEMs:
  - No specific OEMs named; opportunity open to qualified manufacturers
- Vendors:
  - No vendors explicitly mentioned
- Technical and compliance requirements are emphasized for both items

### Description

CONTRACTOR FIRST ARTIC (QTY: Qty - See Solicitation, NSN: 0001S00000053, Purchase Request: 7018389560)
CONNECTING LINK, RIGID (QTY: 5, NSN: 3040-01-252-7689, Purchase Request: 7018389560)

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