FSG53 HARDD Modification 0001 for SPE4A2-26-R-0002
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
This is Modification 0001 to Solicitation SPE4A2-26-R-0002 for the Hardware Acquisition Recompete DLA Direct (HARDD), issued by DLA AVIATION under the DEPT OF DEFENSE. This modification updates key attachments, provides instructions for the Capability Assessment Plan (CAP), and clarifies several contractual aspects. The proposal submission deadline has been changed to March 31, 2026, at 3:00 PM.
Purpose of Modification
The primary purpose of this modification is to provide updated attachments (1, 2, & 7) and revised instructions for submitting the Capability Assessment Plan (CAP) and vendor questions. It also incorporates clarifications derived from vendor questions regarding pricing, contract clauses, and award procedures.
Key Clarifications & Changes
- Submission Deadline: The proposal submission deadline is now March 31, 2026, at 3:00 PM.
- Updated Attachments:
- Attachment 1 - HARDD SOW (Statement of Work)
- Attachment 2 - HARDD Section B (now unlocked with formulas for pricing)
- Attachment 7 - HARDD Section H
- New Attachments: The Capability Assessment Plan (CAP) and its companion guide are now included.
- Pricing Adjustments: The Government will add clauses for Economic Price Adjustment (EPA) to allow for annual adjustments to unit pricing, addressing concerns about firm fixed pricing over five years.
- Throughput Charge: Clarified that there is no throughput charge for HARDD; related references have been removed.
- Award Basis: Each line item will be awarded to a single offeror based on the lowest Total Evaluated Price (TEP).
- Inapplicable Clauses: Several FAR and DFARS clauses (e.g., Service Contract Reporting, Defective Certified Cost or Pricing Data, Limitations on Pass-Through Charges, Counterfeit Electronic Part Detection) have been identified as not applicable to this solicitation, particularly for commercial products/services.
- Delivery Order Awards: Delivery orders will be automatically awarded to the contract holder for that item, using prices and lead times from the initial solicitation or subsequent add group solicitations.
Contract Details
- Opportunity Type: Solicitation (Modification 0001)
- Product/Service Code: 5306 (Bolts)
- Department/Agency: DEPT OF DEFENSE / DEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCY / DLA AVIATION
- Place of Performance: Richmond, VA, United States
- Set-Aside: Not specified in this modification. (Note: The Q&A document mentions "small business set-asides" in the context of removing inapplicable clauses, but this modification does not define the overall set-aside for the opportunity.)
Contact Information
For inquiries, contact Christina Richardson at christina.richardson@dla.mil.