HOSE, AIR DUCT

Solicitation SPE7M4-26-T-423L is a fixed-price request for quotations issued by the DLA Land and Maritime Fluid Handling Division for the procurement of 46 air duct hoses (NSN 4720-01-228-1073). The requirement includes specific quality assurance milestones, including a First Article Test (FAT) for 15 units due within 90 days and a Production Lot Test (PLT) due within 600 days. The primary delivery for the full quantity is set for 645 days after the award, with a need ship date of January 22, 2028. Delivery is FOB Origin, while inspection and acceptance will occur at the destination in Tracy, California. The contractor must adhere to strict documentation and reporting standards, including the submission of PLT reports to the Quality Assurance Representative and the use of the Wide Area WorkFlow system for electronic invoicing. Compliance with the Buy American Act, Berry Amendment, and NIST SP 800-171 cybersecurity standards is required. Additionally, the government may apply a price evaluation preference for certified HUBZone small business concerns. Packaging must follow RP001 standards, and any hazardous materials must be labeled according to the Hazard Communication Standard.