# DIBBS #SPE4A6-26-T-33SZ

DLA Solicits 497 Screw Thread Inserts with First Article Testing Requirement

**Posted:** September 21, 2026
**Respond By:** September 28, 2026
**Identifier:** SPE4A6-26-T-33SZ
**NAICS:** 332722

The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Aviation ASC Commodities Division is soliciting offers for screw thread inserts and associated first article testing.
- Government Buyer:
  - Defense Logistics Agency (DLA), Aviation ASC Commodities Division (Buyer: Debra Fowler, Buyer Code DDF0012)
- OEMs and Vendors:
  - HOWMET GLOBAL FASTENING SYSTEMS INC (approved OEM for part numbers TR24413-5 and TR29036-5)
  - Other approved sources for part number 1279M79P15
- Products/Services Requested:
  - 497 units of Insert, Screw Thread (NSN 5325-01-356-8262)
    - Strict source control; only approved sources accepted
    - Packaging per ASTM D3951 and MIL-STD-129
    - Delivery FOB origin to DLA Distribution Depot Oklahoma, Tinker AFB
  - First Article Test Requirement
    - 3 units to be delivered within 180 days for government testing and approval at Tinker AFB
- Unique/Notable Requirements:
  - First article testing is mandatory before full production
  - Compliance with SAE AS9003 or ISO 9001 quality standards
  - Export control regulations apply
  - Small business set-aside

### Description

GOVERNMENT FIRST ARTIC (QTY: Qty - See Solicitation, NSN: 0001S00000052, Purchase Request: 7018412600)
INSERT, SCREW THREAD (QTY: 497, NSN: 5325-01-356-8262, Purchase Request: 7018412600)
  Approved Sources:
  - CAGE: 29372, Part No: TR24413-5, Company: HOWMET GLOBAL FASTENING SYSTEMS INC
  - CAGE: 29372, Part No: TR29036-5, Company: HOWMET GLOBAL FASTENING SYSTEMS INC
  - CAGE: 75237, Part No: 1279M79P15
  - CAGE: 80539, Part No: 1279M79P15
 

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