FIRE HOSE MANIFOLD

The contract solicitation is for the procurement of a fire hose manifold intended for use by the US Naval Ship Repair Facility Yokosuka and the Japan Regional Maintenance Center. The solicitation, issued by the Department of Defense through the Navsup Fleet Logistics Center Yokosuka, specifies that only entities authorized to operate and conduct business in Japan are eligible to submit offers. Prime contractors outside Japan must provide clear documentation proving compliance with DFARS 252.225-7042, such as proof of incorporation in Japan, to be considered. The solicitation was posted on June 16, 2026, with a response deadline set for June 29, 2026. The work is to be performed in Yokosuka, Kanagawa, Japan, and the solicitation is categorized under NAICS code 332919, which relates to manufacturing of other fabricated metal products. Key points of contact for potential offerors include Maya Ichikawa and Masanori Rokutan, who can be reached via provided email addresses and phone contact. The solicitation emphasizes strict adherence to geographic and regulatory requirements to ensure compliance with US defense acquisition regulations focused on foreign involvement.