# DIBBS #SPE4A7-26-T-783T

Procurement of Mil-Spec Ground Rods (NSN 5975-01-326-1681) for DLA Aviation

**Posted:** September 23, 2026
**Respond By:** September 30, 2026
**Identifier:** SPE4A7-26-T-783T
**NAICS:** 423690

This opportunity from the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Aviation, Richmond VA, seeks the procurement of ground rods for military use.
- Government Buyer:
  - Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Aviation
  - ASC Supplier Operations AE and AF Division, Richmond, VA
  - Contact: James Sinks
- Products Requested:
  - 24 units of Ground Rod (NSN 5975-01-326-1681)
  - Each rod consists of three 3-foot sections (length tolerance +/- 3/8 inch)
  - Includes driving stud and couplings
  - Must accommodate 1/0 ground cable
- Technical and Packaging Requirements:
  - Must comply with MIL-STD-129 marking and ASTM D3951 packaging standards
  - Mil-Spec compliant
- Delivery and Inspection:
  - Delivery required within 171 days from contract date
  - FOB origin, destination inspection
- Unique/Notable Requirements:
  - Compliance with domestic sourcing laws
  - Prohibition on covered defense telecommunications equipment
  - No specific OEMs or approved sources listed
- Technical documentation available via DIBBS portal
- Fast award opportunity, currently open for responses

### Description

ROD, GROUND (QTY: 24, NSN: 5975-01-326-1681 Mil-Spec, Purchase Request: 7018458794)

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