FORCE Subsystem Hoses
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
The U.S. Air Force, specifically FA4801 49 CONS PK, has issued a Sources Sought Synopsis for market research to identify qualified businesses, particularly small businesses, capable of providing FORCE Subsystem Hoses and related reel assemblies. These items must comply with Military Performance Specification MIL-PRF-370J. This is not a Request for Quotation (RFQ) or Request for Proposal (RFP). Responses are due by April 4, 2026.
Scope of Work
The Government requires various National Stock Number (NSN) items, including:
- 16x Reel Assembly, Hose/250' X 6" Collapsible (NSN: 4720-01-653-3554)
- 44x Reel Assembly, Hose/500' X 6" Collapsible (NSN: 4930-01-647-3040)
- 15x Hose Assembly, Nonmetallic/25' X 4" Hard (NSN: 4720-00-705-9542)
- 4x Hose Assembly, Nonmetallic/20' X 3" Hard (NSN: 4720-01-547-3013)
- 40x Hose Assembly, Nonmetallic/12' X 6" Hard (NSN: 4720-01-547-1820)
All items must be compliant with MIL-PRF-370J, Type C or Type B as specified. Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) part numbers are provided for reference only to describe form, fit, and function; the definitive requirement is the NSN and military specification compliance. The place of performance is Holloman Air Force Base, NM.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought (Market Research)
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- Response Due: April 4, 2026, 6:00 PM ET
- Published: March 31, 2026
Evaluation
Responses will be used for market research purposes to identify qualified business sources, especially small businesses, capable of meeting the specified requirements. This information will help the Government determine the appropriate acquisition strategy.
Additional Notes
This notice is solely for market research and planning purposes. It does not constitute a solicitation, and the Government is not obligated to issue a future solicitation or award a contract based on responses to this synopsis. Interested parties should contact Johnathan Wright at johnathan.wright.1@us.af.mil or 575-572-3470 for inquiries.