# DIBBS #SPE4A5-27-T-0114

DLA request for 180 safety-critical nozzle connecting links with first-article testing

**Posted:** October 07, 2026
**Respond By:** October 14, 2026
**Identifier:** SPE4A5-27-T-0114
**NAICS:** 336413

DLA Weapons Support is seeking a safety-critical nozzle connection component, with first-article testing required before production approval.
- **Government buyer:** Defense Logistics Agency (DLA), DLA Weapons Support, ASC Supplier Operations OEM Division; buyer contact listed as Koonj Spicer.
- **Product requested:** 180 Runner, Nozzle Connecting Link units, NSN 2840-00-365-2024, part number 4032352.
- **OEMs / approved sources:** **POLAR CORPORATION** and **RTX CORPORATION** are listed as approved sources. RTX is associated with CAGE codes 52661 and 77445; Polar Corporation with CAGE code 084H0.
- **Notable requirements:** The item is identified as a Navy Critical Safety Item. First-article testing is required for 3 units. Manufacturers must meet SAE AS9100 or an equivalent quality-management system.
- **Delivery and testing schedule:** The supply schedule lists delivery in 821 days. The first-article test report is due within 45 calendar days of contract award; the Government may take up to 120 days after receiving the report to provide its decision.

### Description

CONTRACTOR FIRST ARTIC (QTY: Qty - See Solicitation, NSN: 0001S00000053, Purchase Request: 7018260762)
RUNNER, NOZZLE CONNECTI (QTY: 180, NSN: 2840-00-365-2024, Purchase Request: 7018260762)
  Approved Sources:
  - CAGE: 084H0, Part No: 4032352, Company: POLAR CORPORATION
  - CAGE: 52661, Part No: 4032352, Company: RTX CORPORATION
  - CAGE: 77445, Part No: 4032352, Company: RTX CORPORATION
 

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