Commercial Item Supplier for Hose Fittings (Potential Substitution)

The contract involves the procurement of a commercial-off-the-shelf hose fitting assembly that must meet or exceed the specifications outlined in NSN 1680-00-969-9817, ensuring form, fit, and function equivalence. This subcontract, issued by the Department of Defense's Fluid Handling Division, seeks a supplier capable of potentially providing substitutions for the specified hose fittings. The solicitation was posted on May 15, 2026, with responses due by May 21, 2026. The procurement falls under the NAICS code 423830, which pertains to industrial machinery and equipment merchant wholesalers. The contract does not specify a set-aside designation or an identified organization type for bidders, and details regarding the place of performance and point of contact are not provided. The primary focus of the contract is to secure a reliable commercial item supplier who can deliver hose fittings compatible with established military standards, supporting the agency’s operational needs. Interested vendors can access further details and submit their responses through the provided government acquisition platform link.