HOSE CONNECTION
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 Department of the Navy, specifically NAVSUP WEAPON SYSTEMS SUPPORT MECH, is soliciting proposals for Hose Connection assemblies. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside opportunity for critical shipboard systems, designated as "SPECIAL EMPHASIS material" (Level I, Scope of Certification, or Quality Assured). The requirement is a "DX" rated order under the Defense Priorities and Allocations System (DPAS) and utilizes Emergency Acquisition Flexibilities (EAF). Proposals are due by May 4, 2026, at 4:30 PM Local Time.
Scope of Work
This solicitation is for the complete Hose Connection Assembly, which must conform to NAVSEA drawing 845-2445106. Key requirements include:
- Material Certification: Quantitative chemical and mechanical analysis for specific parts (e.g., Flange, Hose Cap) per MIL-C-24679 or MIL-C-15726.
- Testing Certification: Non-Destructive Tests for weld repair and production welds.
- Thread Inspection: All threads must be inspected per FED-STD-H28 series, with System 21 as a minimum. Internal threads must be cut, not cold-formed.
- Lubrication: Molybdenum disulfide lubricants are prohibited; Anti-galling compound A-A-59004 must be used.
- Welding/Brazing: Must comply with S9074-AR-GIB-010A/278, 0900-LP-001-7000, or S9074-AQ-GIB-010/248. Procedures and qualification data require prior approval.
- Mercury Free: Materials must not contain mercury or mercury compounds.
Quality Assurance & Compliance
Contractors must maintain a quality system in accordance with ISO-9001 (or MIL-I-45208) and calibration system requirements of ISO-10012 or ANSI-Z540.3 (or MIL-STD-45662). This includes:
- Traceability: Strict traceability and certification for Level I/SUBSAFE materials, with unique traceability numbers marked on materials.
- Certificates of Compliance: Required for furnished items, special emphasis materials, and weld filler metals.
- Government Quality Assurance: Government inspection is required at the source. Contractors must notify DCMA upon order receipt.
- Waivers/Deviations/ECPs: Detailed procedures for submitting and obtaining approval for any departures from requirements or engineering changes.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Solicitation
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside
- Response Due: May 4, 2026, 4:30 PM Local Time
- Published: April 28, 2025
- Place of Performance: Mechanicsburg, PA, United States
- Delivery: Certification data 20 days prior to scheduled delivery; final material delivery 365 days after contract effective date.
Submission & Evaluation
- Certification Data: Must be submitted via Wide Area Work Flow (WAWF) to "Ship to" N50286, "Inspect by" N39040, "Accept by" N39040, with email notification to PORT_PTNH_WAWF_Notification@NAVY.MIL. No material is to be shipped prior to acceptance.
- Evaluation: Past performance will be considered in accordance with FAR 13.106(a)(2) and DFARS 252.213-7000.
- Drawings: Access to drawings must be requested on the individual solicitation page on SAM.gov, followed by an email to the Primary POC.
Contact Information
For inquiries, contact BENJAMIN.SPANGLER@NAVY.MIL at 717-605-2147.