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HOWCO DISTRIBUTING CO

UEI: SLED_0CA3E4F0A9A783EF

HOWCO DISTRIBUTING CO is a federal contractor, registered under UEI SLED_0CA3E4F0A9A783EF. It has been awarded $19,525 in federal contracts. Primary work spans Boat Building. Top awarding agencies include Department Of Homeland Security.

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SLED_0CA3E4F0A9A783EF

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HOWCO DISTRIBUTING CO provides specialized equipment and supplies under NAICS 336612, focusing on the procurement and distribution of boat and watercraft components. The company has experience supporting the Department of Homeland Security. Their industry focus is centered on the manufacturing and...

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Department Of Homeland Security$19.5K100%

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336612 - Boat Building$19.5K100%

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VDOT Approved Aggregate Supplier & HaulerThis subcontract opportunity is for a qualified supplier and hauler to provide various types of VDOT-approved aggregate for prime contractors operating within the Petersburg Residency of the Virginia Department of Transportation's Richmond District. The selected vendor will be responsible for the procurement, transportation, and delivery of materials F.O.B. destination to six Area Headquarters, including Jennings Ordinary, where they must off-load the aggregate into neat stockpiles. To be eligible, contractors must hold VDOT Approved List #5 certification and ensure all materials and processes comply with Section 109 of the 2020 Road and Bridge Specifications. Interested parties must submit their responses by November 5, 2026, to support infrastructure projects managed by the Virginia Department of Transportation.

Virginia Department of Transportation

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Supply of Marine Navigational Lights (NSN 6220-00-050-6743)This subcontract opportunity is for the supply of specialized marine navigational lights, specifically NSN 6220-00-050-6743, to support prime contractors fulfilling DLA supply contracts. The Department of Defense, through the DLA Weapons Support ASC Commodities Division, requires that all lights be manufactured or procured in strict accordance with TDP Rev A Gen 1 and reference specification MIL-DTL-24560A SUP 1, Revision A. Delivery terms are established as F.O.B. Origin. Eligible bidders must hold a valid CAGE code and maintain ISO 9001:2015 certification. This procurement is designated as a Total Small Business Set-Aside under FAR 19.5, falling under NAICS code 336612. The solicitation was posted on October 19, 2026, with a response deadline of October 30, 2026.

DLA WEAPONS SUPPORT ASC COMMODITIES DIVISION

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PANEL FLOOR SECTION, WA

Solicitation # SPE7M4-27-T-0601

Solicitation SPE7M4-27-T-0601 is a fixed-price request for quotations issued by the DLA Weapons Support Fluid Handling Division for 27 units of watercraft panel floor sections, identified by NSN 2040016575748 and part number 1630018. The contract requires delivery to the DLA Distribution DDSP New Cumberland Facility in Pennsylvania with a delivery timeline of 403 days after order. Shipping is designated as FOB Origin, and both inspection and acceptance will occur at the destination. The contractor must adhere to strict technical and environmental standards, including the prohibition of intentionally added mercury and Class I ozone-depleting substances. Packaging must comply with ASTM D3951 and RP001, while marking and labeling must follow MIL-STD-129. All payment requests and receiving reports must be processed electronically through the Wide Area WorkFlow system. This solicitation is subject to various federal regulations, including the Buy American Act, the Berry Amendment, and DFARS requirements for safeguarding covered defense information. Quotes must be submitted via the DLA Internet Bid Board System by December 31, 2026.

DLA WEAPONS SUPPORT FLUID HANDLING DIVISION

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LASHING GEAR, DECK

Solicitation # SPE7M4-26-T-453Q

Solicitation SPE7M4-26-T-453Q is a fixed-price request for quotations issued by the DLA Land and Maritime Fluid Handling Division for the procurement of 90 units of Deck Lashing Gear (NSN 2020-00-789-1065). This is designated as a critical application item that must be manufactured via a forging process in accordance with Technical Data Package Rev A Gen 1 and basic drawing 53711 1313817 Revision C. The required delivery date is December 1, 2027, with shipment to the DLA Distribution DDSP New Cumberland facility in Pennsylvania. Inspection and acceptance will occur at the destination per FAR 52.246-2. The contract mandates strict adherence to environmental and safety standards, specifically prohibiting the intentional addition of mercury and the use of Class I ozone-depleting chemicals. Packaging must comply with MIL-STD-2073-1E and RP001, while marking must follow MIL-STD-129, with a general requirement to avoid plastics for wrapping and cushioning. Administrative requirements include the use of Wide Area WorkFlow for invoicing and compliance with DFARS 252.204-7012 for cybersecurity. The solicitation is open to full and open competition, with a price evaluation preference available for certified HUBZone small business concerns.

FLUID HANDLING DIVISION

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Shafting and Rudder MaintenanceThis subcontract for Shafting and Rudder Maintenance involves providing specialized inspection and repacking services for rudder and propeller shafts on behalf of prime contractors for the Massachusetts Maritime Academy. The scope of work includes repacking rudder shafts using 3/4-inch Chesterton packing, replacing the starboard side shaft seal with a Duramax DXU4000A, and conducting thorough inspections of the cutlass bearings. The contractor is required to deliver the repacked shafts, the newly installed seal, and a detailed written condition report. The project will be performed at Academy Drive in Buzzards Bay, Massachusetts. Interested parties must note that the response deadline for this opportunity is November 3, 2026. The contract falls under NAICS code 336612 and is managed through the Massachusetts Maritime Academy.

MMA01 - Massachusetts Maritime Academy

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Cathodic Protection (Zinc Anodes)This subcontract for the Massachusetts Maritime Academy involves the supply and installation of a cathodic protection system to prevent hull corrosion. The scope of work requires the removal and replacement of up to 34 bolt-on zinc anodes measuring 1-1/4 by 6 by 12 inches, as well as one half-zinc located at the sea chest. The project will be performed at Academy Drive in Buzzards Bay, Massachusetts. Interested parties must submit their responses by November 3, 2026, in accordance with the solicitation posted on October 19, 2026.

MMA01 - Massachusetts Maritime Academy

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Shipyard Haul-out and Docking ServicesThe Shipyard Haul-out and Docking Services subcontract involves the physical haul-out, blocking, shoring, and relaunching of the TV Ranger for prime contractors supporting Massachusetts Maritime Academy projects. The selected provider must utilize a dry dock or marine hoist facility capable of safely positioning the vessel for necessary repairs and ensuring its secure return to the water. Performance of these services will take place at Academy Drive in Buzzards Bay, Massachusetts. The solicitation was posted on October 19, 2026, with a response deadline of November 3, 2026. This opportunity falls under NAICS code 336612.

MMA01 - Massachusetts Maritime Academy

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Navy Shipboard Rack Curtain ManufacturingThis subcontract, managed by DLA Maritime - Portsmouth for the Department of Defense, requires the manufacture and supply of 338 black single-panel rack curtains, identified as Product Number RC-SPECIAL 1. These curtains are intended for prime contractors working on US Navy shipboard projects and must be fabricated from darkening double-layer Nomex material. Specific design requirements include the exclusion of sliders at the top and the inclusion of inside bottom pockets for any units with a height of 18 inches or greater. To ensure operational safety and quality, all deliverables must be Navy shipboard approved and strictly comply with MIL-C-24500 and MIL-STD-1623 standards. This opportunity is designated as a Total Small Business Set Aside under NAICS code 336612, with the place of performance located in Kittery, Maine.

DLA Maritime - Portsmouth

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Commercial Shipyard Welding and Fabrication ServicesThe Commercial Shipyard Welding and Fabrication Services subcontract involves providing high-specification welding, brazing, and fabrication for prime contractors supporting NAVSUP FLCY shipboard projects in Yokosuka. The scope of work includes the fabrication and inspection of pressure vessels, fillet welds, and brazed piping systems, utilizing high-heat input procedures and Post Weld Heat Treatment. All deliverables must adhere to strict industry standards, including AWS, ABS Steel Vessel Rules, and ASME BPVC Section IX. The selected provider is responsible for delivering certified welded assemblies along with comprehensive inspection reports to the Department of Defense.

Navsup Flt Logistics Ctr Yokosuka

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in about 1 month

Marine Grade Base Metals and Welding Consumables SupplierThis subcontract opportunity with the Department of Defense, managed by the Navsup Fleet Logistics Center Yokosuka, seeks a supplier for commercially stocked base metals and welding consumables to support prime contractors on NAVSUP FLCY maritime projects. The selected provider will be responsible for identifying and recommending S-Group base metals and A-Group filler metals in accordance with specific reference tables, ensuring all materials are compatible with NAVSEA welding standards. The scope of work includes the delivery of a detailed material suggestion list accompanied by technical specification sheets, JIS standards, and operational usage data. Interested parties must submit their responses by November 20, 2026, for performance in Yokosuka.

Navsup Flt Logistics Ctr Yokosuka

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USCG Response Boat Small Third Generation (RB-S III)

Solicitation # 70Z02326R93250001

The United States Coast Guard is soliciting proposals for the Response Boat Small Third Generation (RB-S III) program to recapitalize its aging fleet of 29-foot RB-S II platforms. This total small business set-aside acquisition is a commercial Indefinite-Delivery, Indefinite-Quantity (IDIQ) contract utilizing a combination of Firm-Fixed-Price and Fixed Price with Economic Price Adjustment CLINs. The scope includes the design, production, testing, and delivery of up to 410 boats and associated purpose-built trailers, along with logistics support, technical documentation, and crew familiarization. The anticipated ordering period is ten years, consisting of a two-year base period and an eight-year option period. The procurement employs a two-phase competitive down-select process. In Phase I, the government will evaluate written proposals based on mission effectiveness, production and management, and price to select up to four IDIQ contractors. Each selected offeror will receive an initial delivery order to build one demonstrator boat and trailer. In Phase II, these contractors will participate in a 90-day in-water demonstration to evaluate performance. Following this independent evaluation, one contractor will be selected to receive all subsequent production delivery orders. Phase I proposals are due by 1400 Eastern Time on November 13, 2026, and must be submitted electronically via the DoD Secure Access File Exchange.

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CONNECTOR,THRU-HULL

Solicitation # N0010426QFF51

Solicitation N00104-26-Q-FF51, issued by NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support Mechanicsburg, is for the procurement of a Thru-Hull Connector (NSN 2040-01-408-2691). This item is designated as Level I Special Emphasis material because it is used in crucial shipboard systems where failure could result in catastrophic loss of life or vessel. Due to this criticality, the contract mandates rigorous quality controls, including First Article Testing, quantitative chemical and mechanical analysis of materials, and non-destructive testing such as dye penetrant and ultrasonic inspections. The material must conform to specification CPG 1025 and utilize QQ-N-286 annealed and age-hardened material. The government intends to make a single award based on the most advantageous offer, with past performance weighted more heavily than price. Key administrative requirements include the use of Wide Area Workflow (WAWF) for invoicing and certification data submission, and adherence to FOB Destination terms. Delivery of material is required within 365 days of the contract effective date, with certification data due 20 days prior to delivery. The contract also stipulates strict configuration control, requiring Engineering Change Proposals for any modifications to form, fit, or function, and prohibits the use of molybdenum disulfide thread lubricants. Packaging must comply with MIL-STD-2073-1 and MIL-STD-129.

Navsup Weapon Systems Support Mech

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Supply of Fixed Height Work SurfacesThis subcontract involves the supply of 148 fixed-height work surfaces for prime contractors working on Department of National Defence projects at the Royal Canadian Armoured Corps School. All provided units must adhere to the technical specifications outlined in Annex A and the Category 2 Product Builder, and must be approved under the Workspaces Supply Arrangement E60PQ-140003. The contract requires the delivery of these compliant work surfaces to CFB Gagetown in New Brunswick, Canada. The solicitation was posted on October 16, 2026, with a response deadline of October 27, 2026.

Department of National Defence

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Marine Support & Tug ServicesThis subcontract for Marine Support and Tug Services involves providing tugs, tenders, and support vessels to prime contractors operating on Port of Houston Authority marine projects. The scope of work includes the towing and positioning of dragging barges, the transport of personnel to floating plants, and the overall safe delivery and positioning of marine plant equipment within the Port of Houston. All operations must comply with the Vessel Bridge-to-Bridge Radiotelephone Act through the use of VHF-FM Radios. The opportunity is categorized under NAICS code 336612 and was posted on October 16, 2026. Interested parties must submit their responses by the deadline of October 28, 2026. This project is managed under the jurisdiction of the Port of Houston Authority in Texas.

Port of Houston Authority

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ADAPTER ASSEMBLY,DR

Solicitation # N0010426QJC52

Solicitation N00104-26-Q-JC52 is a Request for Quotation issued by NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support for the teardown, evaluation, and repair of one Adapter Assembly, DR (NSN 7HH 2010-01-199-7749). The government requires a Repair Turnaround Time (RTAT) of 50 days, measured from the physical receipt of the asset to final acceptance. Failure to meet this RTAT may result in price reductions per unit per month. The contract is structured as a firm-fixed-price effort with the potential for the government to exercise an option for increased quantity. All freight is FOB Origin and handled by the Navy via the Commercial Asset Visibility system. The contractor must ensure all repairs meet the operational requirements of CAGE Code 93366 and reference number 694005001, with physical identification and packaging adhering to MIL-STD-130 and MIL-STD-2073 respectively. Government Source Inspection is required, and the contractor must maintain inspection records for 365 days following final delivery. Invoicing and receiving reports must be processed electronically through the Wide Area Workflow system. Following two amendments, the final deadline for offer submission is October 30, 2026, at 4:30 PM local time. Evaluation of offers will include a review of the Supplier Performance Risk System to assess price and supplier risk.

Navsup Weapon Systems Support Mech

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Penetrator Assembly ManufacturingThis subcontract, titled Penetrator Assembly Manufacturing, involves the primary fabrication and final assembly of Hull Penetrator Assemblies for US Navy shipboard projects. The contractor is responsible for fabricating assemblies according to technical drawings, integrating components, and implementing Special Control Procedures for Level I Scope of Certification. Additionally, the contractor must manage Electronic Contractor Data Submission for all data and waivers while ensuring strict compliance with the Buy American Act and Higher-Level Quality Requirement 52-246-11. Managed by the Department of the Navy under the Navsup Weapon Systems Support Mech agency, the work is performed in Mechanicsburg. The project is categorized under NAICS code 336612 and is designated as an SBA set-aside. The ultimate objective of the contract is the successful delivery of completed Hull Penetrator Assemblies to prime contractors.

Navsup Weapon Systems Support Mech

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Water Closet Parts Kit SupplierThis subcontract involves the supply of 36 specialized water closet parts kits, identified by NSN 4510-01-595-6822, for prime contractors working on projects at the DDSP New Cumberland Facility. The Department of Defense requires that all units strictly adhere to DLA Packaging Requirements RP001 and the DLA Master List of Technical and Quality Requirements RA001. The agreement stipulates that the 36 complete kits must be delivered FOB Origin within a timeframe of 167 days. Performance will take place in New Cumberland, Pennsylvania, under NAICS code 336612.

DDSP NEW CUMBERLAND FACILITY

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Fabrication of Honeycomb Core Joiner Metal DoorThis subcontract involves the manufacture and supply of one Marine Structural Metal Door intended for prime contractors supporting the DLA Weapons Support Fluid Handling Division for the USS Essex LHD 2. The contractor is responsible for fabricating a joiner metal door using honeycomb core construction in accordance with Part Number 804-4629248. The scope of work includes strict adherence to MIL-STD-2073-1E and MIL-STD-129 for all packaging and marking requirements. The final deliverable is one completed Marine Structural Metal Door delivered FOB Destination. This project falls under NAICS code 336612 and is managed by the Department of Defense.

DLA WEAPONS SUPPORT FLUID HANDLING DIVISION

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