# DIBBS #SPE4A6-27-T-7988

DLA solicitation for 128 source-controlled retaining rings

**Posted:** November 03, 2026
**Respond By:** November 10, 2026
**Identifier:** SPE4A6-27-T-7988
**NAICS:** 332722

The Defense Logistics Agency is seeking 128 Air Force-designated critical-safety retaining rings for DLA Weapons Support.
- **Government buyer:** Defense Logistics Agency (DLA), DLA Weapons Support, ASC Commodities Division; buyer contact: Derrick Looney.
- **Product:** 128 each of retaining ring, NSN 5325-01-172-6971.
- **OEMs and approved sources:** **Smalley Steel Ring Co.** (P/N 9648M79P12; CAGE 51814) and **Spirolox Inc.** (P/N KRA-450; CAGE 80756). Both are named as approved sources.
- **Notable requirements:** This is a source-controlled item. Suppliers must access the limited-rights technical data or provide traceability to an approved source. SAE AS9100-equivalent quality requirements apply.
- **Delivery:** Required within 99 days after order.

### Description

RING, RETAINING (QTY: 128, NSN: 5325-01-172-6971, Purchase Request: 7018852142)
  Approved Sources:
  - CAGE: 51814, Part No: 9648M79P12, Company: SMALLEY STEEL RING CO.
  - CAGE: 80756, Part No: KRA-450, Company: SPIROLOX INC
 

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