Brand Name Intent - Hose Assembly (Assy)
Overview
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PSC
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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
The Department of the Navy's Puget Sound Naval Shipyard and Intermediate Maintenance Facility (PSNS and IMF) has issued a Notice of Intent to award a brand name, firm fixed-price contract for 1-1/2" x 36" Hose Assemblies and Testing. This is not a request for quotes, but interested parties are invited to submit capability statements.
Opportunity Details
This requirement is for the supply of six (6) each 1-1/2-inch ID x 36-foot hose assemblies. The hoses must feature a smooth rubber outer cover (white), Teflon bore, and be rated for a minimum of 150 PSI and 220°F. They require 300 series stainless steel crimp style female cam and groove swivel couplers on both ends with EPDM gaskets. The specified material is Saint-Gobain Chemfluor Hose (WTLCT), with a specific manufacturer part number (SAINT GOBAIN P/N: 24 WTLCT 16 16 S 6-36').
Scope of Work
The fabrication and testing of these hose assemblies must adhere to detailed specifications. This includes:
- Meeting precise material, dimensions, temperature ratings, and fitting specifications as per the Ordering Data Sheet.
- Conducting proof testing to 400 psi for 1 minute.
- Conducting hydrostatic testing to 225 psi for 30 minutes.
- Ensuring assemblies are free from contaminants (dirt, corrosion, oil, flux, grease, foreign residue, mercury compounds).
- Providing Test Inspection/Report Data and a Certificate of Compliance (COC) confirming all design, performance, and test specifications are met.
- Packaging per commercial standards, protecting from damage, dirt, and moisture, while adhering to minimum bend radius.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Notice of Intent (Special Notice) for a Brand Name, Firm Fixed Price contract (FAR 13.106).
- Delivery Date: April 15, 2026.
- NAICS: 332999 (All Other Miscellaneous Fabricated Metal Product Manufacturing), Size Standard 750 Employees.
- PSC: 4720 (Hose And Flexible Tubing).
- Response Due: February 27, 2026, at 2:00 PM Pacific Time.
- Published: February 20, 2026.
Response Requirements
This notice is for informational purposes only and is not a solicitation. However, interested parties may identify their interest and capability by submitting clear and convincing documentation demonstrating their ability to satisfy the requirements. Responses should be sent via email to Melissa Ayers (melissa.r.ayers3.civ@us.navy.mil) and Edwin Baldoria (edwin.m.baldoria.civ@us.navy.mil) with the subject line: "RESPONSE TO INTENT TO SOLE SOURCE FOR N4523A26Q4013". The Government will use this information to determine if a competitive procurement is warranted. No costs incurred in responding will be reimbursed. Any prospective contractor must be registered in SAM to be eligible for award.