# DIBBS #SPE7L1-27-T-0513

DLA procurement for rigid connecting links and first-article testing

**Posted:** October 08, 2026
**Respond By:** October 19, 2026
**Identifier:** SPE7L1-27-T-0513
**NAICS:** 332710

DLA Weapons Support is seeking a rigid connecting link for its Land Supply Chain, with a separate first-article requirement.
- **Buyer:** Defense Logistics Agency (DLA), DLA Weapons Support, Land Supply Chain. The listed contact is Dillon James.
- **Requested item:** 4 rigid connecting links, NSN 3040-00-726-1924; drawing part number 2-50436-1. Identified as a critical application item.
- **First article:** One unit is required for first-article testing. The solicitation also identifies the Government First Article item as NSN 0001S00000052.
- **Notable requirements:** First-article testing is due within 30 days after award; the Government’s decision is due within 75 days after receiving the first article. Production delivery is specified in 345 days. Technical data is export-controlled, and vendors and proposed sources must have approved JCP and DLA access.
- **OEMs and vendors:** No product manufacturer or vendor is identified in the provided material.

### Description

GOVERNMENT FIRST ARTIC (QTY: Qty - See Solicitation, NSN: 0001S00000052, Purchase Request: 7018662683)
CONNECTING LINK, RIGID (QTY: 4, NSN: 3040-00-726-1924, Purchase Request: 7018662683)

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