HOSE ASSEMBLY,NONME
Overview
Buyer
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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 Department of the Navy, specifically NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support Mechanicsburg, is soliciting proposals for Non-Metallic Hose Assemblies. This opportunity involves the manufacturing and supply of critical hose assemblies for shipboard systems, designated as "Special Emphasis Material." The solicitation is now Unreviewed-Unrestricted. Proposals are due May 15, 2026, at 4:30 PM local time.
Scope of Work
This contract requires the supply of Hose Assembly, Non-Metallic, designed and dimensioned according to Aeroquip Corporation drawing 678619, size 1/2 inch, part number 678619-8-0210. The material is designated as "Special Emphasis Material" (Level I, Scope of Certification, or Quality Assured) due to its critical use in shipboard systems, necessitating stringent control procedures.
Quality Assurance & Compliance
Bidders must adhere to comprehensive quality assurance requirements, including hydrostatic and proof pressure testing, intergranular corrosion testing, and detailed material certifications for components like nipples, sleeves, retainers, and socket segments. A robust quality system compliant with ISO-9001 (amplified by ISO-10012 or ANSI-Z540.3 with ISO-17025) or MIL-I-45208 (with MIL-STD-45662 calibration) is mandatory. Government Quality Assurance at source is required, and contractors must maintain strict traceability for all materials and processes. Welding and brazing procedures, if applicable, require prior Navy approval.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Solicitation
- Product Service Code: 4720 (Hose And Flexible Tubing)
- Set-Aside: Unreviewed-Unrestricted (updated by Amendment 1)
- Proposal Due: May 15, 2026, at 4:30 PM local time (extended by Amendment 1)
- Published Date: April 25, 2026
Key Requirements
Contractors must provide certification data, including test results, via Wide Area Work Flow (WAWF) to Portsmouth Naval Shipyard (Ship to N50286, Inspect by N39040, Accept by N39040). All materials must be mercury-free. Waivers/deviations and Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs) require specific submission and approval processes. The Electronic Contractor Data Submission (ECDS) system is available for certain data submissions and inquiries.
Additional Notes
The contact for this opportunity is Benjamin Spangler at BENJAMIN.SPANGLER@NAVY.MIL or 717-605-2147.