# DIBBS #SPE7M4-27-T-2660

DLA solicitation for 216 Abrams M-1 metal tube assemblies and first-article testing

**Posted:** November 06, 2026
**Respond By:** November 16, 2026
**Identifier:** SPE7M4-27-T-2660
**NAICS:** 332919

DLA Weapons Support is seeking metal tube assemblies for the Abrams M-1 tank, along with first-article testing.
- **Buyer:** Defense Logistics Agency (DLA), DLA Weapons Support, Fluid Handling Division; government contact: Rory O'Reilly.
- **Requirement:** 216 metal tube assemblies, NSN 4710-01-201-8006, for an Abrams M-1 tank. This is a critical application item.
- **First article:** The solicitation includes first-article testing, NSN 0001S00000053. Four units are to be tested; three are consumed or destroyed, and one is retained as a manufacturing standard and shipped with the final lot.
- **OEMs and vendors:** No product OEMs, manufacturers, or suppliers are identified in the available materials.
- **Notable requirements:** FOB origin delivery is required within 288 days after award. The first-article test report is due within 90 days of contract date. Technical data is export-controlled; offerors and proposed sources need approved JCP certification and DLA access approval.

### Description

CONTRACTOR FIRST ARTIC (QTY: Qty - See Solicitation, NSN: 0001S00000053, Purchase Request: 7019019536)
TUBE ASSEMBLY, METAL (QTY: 216, NSN: 4710-01-201-8006, Purchase Request: 7019019536)

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