# DIBBS #SPE4A6-27-T-7942

DLA procurement of 111 RTX shoulder bolts with first-article testing

**Posted:** November 03, 2026
**Respond By:** November 10, 2026
**Identifier:** SPE4A6-27-T-7942
**NAICS:** 332722

The Defense Logistics Agency is seeking a safety-critical shoulder bolt and contractor first-article testing.
- **Buyer:** Defense Logistics Agency (DLA), DLA Weapons Support, ASC Commodities Division; buyer contact named in the attachment: Joseph Popp.
- **OEM:** **RTX Corporation** is identified as an approved source for the bolt, part number 4081773.
- **Requested product:** 111 shoulder bolts, NSN 5306-01-398-0019; designated an Air Force Critical Safety Item.
- **Testing service:** Contractor first-article testing (FAT) is required for 3 units. A test report is due within 45 calendar days of award, and the government review period is up to 120 days after receipt.
- **Other notable requirements:** Origin inspection and acceptance, export-controlled technical data access, and specified military packaging and marking. Delivery is FOB origin within 390 days.
- **Potential alternatives:** Other fastener manufacturers may offer comparable products, but the solicitation identifies RTX as an approved source; alternatives would need to meet the applicable qualification and technical requirements.

### Description

CONTRACTOR FIRST ARTIC (QTY: Qty - See Solicitation, NSN: 0001S00000053, Purchase Request: 7014380783)
BOLT, SHOULDER (QTY: 111, NSN: 5306-01-398-0019, Purchase Request: 7014380783)
  Approved Sources:
  - CAGE: 52661, Part No: 4081773, Company: RTX CORPORATION
  - CAGE: 77445, Part No: 4081773, Company: RTX CORPORATION
 

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