# DIBBS #SPE7L1-27-T-1796

DLA solicitation for rigid connecting links and first-article testing

**Posted:** October 20, 2026
**Respond By:** October 30, 2026
**Identifier:** SPE7L1-27-T-1796
**NAICS:** 332722

The Defense Logistics Agency is seeking rigid connecting links for a safety-critical application.
- Buyer: Defense Logistics Agency (DLA), Weapons Support, Land Supply Chain. The buyer contact named is Mary Reckart.
- Products: 4 connecting links, rigid (NSN 3040-00-709-3694), part number 2-73226-1, plus 1 first-article test unit.
- **Notable requirements:** The item is designated by the Air Force as a critical safety item and is restricted-source, requiring government engineering source approval. Technical data references drawing 76823 2-73226, Revision F.
- First-article process: The contractor must deliver one test unit within 90 days of award; government evaluation is expected within 180 days of receipt.
- **OEMs and vendors:** No manufacturer, OEM, or commercial vendor is identified in the provided materials.

### Description

GOVERNMENT FIRST ARTIC (QTY: Qty - See Solicitation, NSN: 0001S00000052, Purchase Request: 7017383640)
CONNECTING LINK, RIG (QTY: 4, NSN: 3040-00-709-3694, Purchase Request: 7017383640)
  Approved Sources:
  - CAGE: No Data found
 

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