Hose Assembly

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for the procurement of a "Hose Assy" (Item 0001) and associated shipping (Item 0002). The government is procuring a specific type of hose assembly for use at the Pearl Harbor Naval Shipyard.

• Hose Assembly (Item 0001):

  • Material: Nitrile tube and nitrile cover, UV & abrasion resistant.
  • Dimensions: 4" I.D. x 15' long.
  • Features: Non-slip grip exterior, helical wire reinforced, heavy duty camlock fittings with four stainless steel locking arms, copper alloy (UNS No. 92200), 4" M/CL x 4" F/CL, fully assembled.
  • Rating: Full vacuum to 250 PSI.
  • Packaging: Must prevent damage (kinking, gouges, cuts, abrasions) and deformation of end fittings. Packaging must not violate the minimum bend radius of 16 inches or less.
  • Required Documentation: Certificate of Conformance required. Additional technical information is provided in an attachment.

• Shipping (Item 0002): Shipping charges should not exceed the amount allowed by this line item.

• Pricing Arrangement: Firm Fixed Price for both items.

• Delivery: 8 each of the Hose Assy are required by 11 May 2026. 1 each of Shipping is also required by 11 May 2026.

• Delivery Location: Pearl Harbor Naval Shipyard IMF, DODAAC: N32253.

• Offer Due Date: 09 April 2026, 09:00 AM.

• Evaluation: Award will be made to the responsible offeror whose offer conforms to the solicitation and is most advantageous to the Government, considering Technical Capability, Price, and Delivery. Technical capability will be evaluated first; if deemed unacceptable, the price will not be evaluated. The lowest priced technically acceptable offeror will be selected.

• Inspection: Destination inspection is contemplated. An evaluation factor of $2,500 will be added to offers proposing origin inspection.

• Payment: Payment will be made via Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF).

• This acquisition is set aside for Small Business.

• NAICS Code: 326122 (Size Standard: 750).

• The solicitation includes numerous FAR and DFARS clauses. Key clauses include those related to inspection, acceptance, payment, and product verification testing.

• An attachment titled "Additional Technical Information" is referenced for further details on the hose assembly.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document provides detailed technical specifications for a Freshwater or Seawater Suction/Discharge Fire Main Hose Assembly (4" ID X 15' Long) intended for use in a marine environment. It outlines the requirements for the hose itself, its construction, and the end fittings, as well as packaging and testing.

• Hose Specifications: Requires a nonmetallic hose with high UV protection and abrasion resistance, a minimum working pressure of 250 PSI, and a burst pressure of 1,000 PSI. The tube must be Nitrile rubber (Class B for medium/high oil resistance), with multiple plies of synthetic textile fabrics and high-tensile strength wire helix reinforcement. The cover must be black with a contrasting red brand strip, non-slip, and resistant to UV exposure and weathering for at least 8 years.
• End Fittings: Specified as heavy-duty brass male and female cam and groove adapters (300 psi) with stainless steel cam arms, pins, and pull rings. Interlocking ferrules must be "Pro-Grip C50SS Stainless Steel Crimp Ferrule." End fittings must meet Commercial Item Description (CID) A-A-59326.
• Marking: Hose must be continuously ink-branded or stencil painted with specific information, including brand, model, working pressure, and date of manufacture.
• Packaging: Must prevent damage, including kinking, gouges, or deformation of fittings.
• Testing & Certification: Each assembly requires hydrostatic strength testing at 275 PSIG for 10 minutes. A unique serial number must be assigned and marked on each hose assembly. Written certification of satisfactory testing and assembly is required.

This document is critical for bidders to understand the precise technical requirements for the fire main hose assembly. It details material specifications, performance standards, component requirements, and testing protocols. Bidders must ensure their proposed products meet all these specifications, including providing manufacturer cut sheets and potentially submitting samples for destructive testing. Offers for "Or-Equal" items require prior approval.