END FITTING

The Navy’s Norfolk Naval Shipyard, through DLA Maritime - Norfolk, has issued a sole-source solicitation to MFR Aeroquip for end fittings and related line items under solicitation number SPMYM126Q4064, which was posted on June 5, 2026, with a response deadline of June 11, 2026. This procurement is conducted as an unrestricted, non-competitive action under Simplified Acquisition Procedures in accordance with FAR Part 13, utilizing NAICS code 332919 for other fabricated metal product manufacturing. The contract requires new items only, with no refurbished or used components permitted, and includes specific line items such as a straight end fitting for use with MIL-H-24135/4-40 hose, identified by Aeroquip part number 375-190767-2-40, and a dogleg fitting equivalent to Aeroquip part number 375-190717-40, each in quantities of four units. Delivery must occur within 15 days after receipt of order under FOB Destination terms, and all items are subject to rigorous marking and identification requirements per MIL-STD-130 and MIL-STD-129, including machine-readable unique identification with enterprise identifier, serial number, and batch data. Invoices must be submitted electronically through WAWF, including all required data points such as contract and line item numbers, TIN, payment recipient details, and shipping information, with freight submitted separately as CLIN 9999. The technical capability of the offered items and pricing are jointly evaluated as the most significant factors, with technical acceptability serving as a mandatory gate requirement; vendors must demonstrate alignment with the statement of work and provide a separate pricing breakdown, including valid invoices, catalogs, or prior government contracts as proof of reasonableness. The contract incorporates a broad set of FAR clauses covering ethics, whistleblower protections, labor standards, trafficking prevention, Buy American, cybersecurity (DFARS 252.204-7012 and NIST SP 800-171), and federal compliance statutes. Contractors must maintain an active SAM registration with a current UEI and CAGE code, and are subject to inspection and acceptance processes at the source or destination, with the government reserving the right to require correction or replacement of non-conforming items at no additional cost. Records must be retained