Level 1 Tube Connectors
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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 Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Maritime - Portsmouth is soliciting quotations for Level 1 Tube Connectors for the Portsmouth Naval Shipyard in Kittery, ME. This is a Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (RFQ) for critical "SPECIAL EMPHASIS material" used in shipboard systems. Quotations are due by February 18, 2026, at 5:00 PM EST.
Scope of Work
This opportunity requires the provision of Level 1 Tube Connectors in accordance with Technical Data Package (TDP PNTD0162), specifically Honeywell International Inc. drawing 3799950, Find No. 33, with outlined modifications. These connectors are designated as "SPECIAL EMPHASIS material" (Level I) due to their critical application, necessitating stringent quality and control requirements. Key aspects include specific material requirements (e.g., SAE-AMS-QQ-S-763, class 302 or 304), mandatory testing (including Intergranular Corrosion Test), and a Certificate of Compliance. Welding and allied processes must be performed by qualified personnel. The product must be free of mercury and mercury-containing compounds.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price
- Delivery Date: April 30, 2026
- Payment Terms: Net 30 Days AFTER acceptance of material.
- Place of Performance: Kittery, ME, United States
- Set-Aside: This is not a Small Business Set-Aside.
Key Requirements for Bidders
Both the manufacturer and the prime vendor (if not the manufacturer) must possess an ISO 9001 certificate (dated/reviewed within the last 3 years) and have undergone a site visit. Bidders must demonstrate capability to meet all specifications. Quotes must include price(s), FOB point, Cage Code, a point of contact (name and phone number), GSA contract number (if applicable), business size under NAICS Code 4730 (Hose, Pipe, Tube, Lubrication, And Railing Fittings), and preference for payment by Government Commercial Purchase Card (GCPC) or Wide Area Workflow (WAWF). Contractors are required to adhere to numerous standards (e.g., ANSI/ASQ Z1.4, ISO 9001, MIL-I-45208) and submit Contract Data Requirements Lists (CDRLs) as detailed in Exhibits A and B. These CDRLs include Inspection and Test Plans, Certification Data for Special Emphasis Material, and Certification/Data Reports, which must be submitted to Portsmouth Naval Shipyard for review and acceptance prior to shipment.
Submission & Deadlines
- Quotations Due: February 18, 2026, 5:00 PM EST.
- Submission Method: Via email to robert.dowdle@dla.mil and DLA-KME-QUOTATIONS@DLA.MIL.
- RFQ Number: SPMYM326Q5027.
Evaluation
All responsible sources may submit a quote, which shall be considered by the agency. The solicitation references "Evaluation Factors for Award" in Section M, though specific criteria are not detailed in the provided summaries.