HOSE ASSEMBLY

The Defense Logistics Agency awarded METCO ENGINEERING CORP (CAGE 0C0B1) a contract valued at $2,418.56 for the procurement of four hose assemblies identified by NSN 4710LLNC01366 under solicitation SPEFA5-26-T-0902, with an award date of July 30, 2026. Delivery is required FOB destination to the Fleet Readiness Center at Cherry Point, North Carolina, within 16 days of order placement, with the original delivery target set for July 13, 2026. The contract mandates strict adherence to packaging and labeling standards per MIL-STD-129 and ASTM D3951, with DLA’s Master List of Technical and Quality Requirements taking precedence. All items must be barcoded using GS1-128 or Data Matrix formats, properly palletized per RP001, and labeled in compliance with Hazard Communication Standard 29 CFR 1910.1200 for hazardous materials, including those subject to specific federal statutes. Inspection and acceptance occur at the destination, with quality assurance governed by MIL-STD-1916 or ASQ H1331 using zero non-conformance criteria. The contract includes a comprehensive set of federal and defense-specific clauses covering cybersecurity safeguards under 252.204-7012 and NIST SP 800-171 requirements, hazardous material handling and safety data submission per 52.223-3, prohibition of hexavalent chromium and toxic material storage, employment eligibility verification, combating human trafficking, whistleblower protections, and restrictions on acquisition of telecommunications equipment from Chinese military companies. The contractor must submit Safety Data Sheets prior to award, comply with electronic invoicing via WAWF using specific document types, and conform to all applicable maritime transportation rules, including the use of U.S.-flag vessels if applicable. Small business status is affirmed under 52.219-28, and the contractor must represent its size and socioeconomic certifications accurately, including joint venture disclosures if applicable. The contract prohibits unauthorized obligations, ensures accelerated payments to small business subcontractors, and includes requirements for safeguarding government work product and cyber incident reporting. All submissions were required through DIBBS, with no physical documentation permitted, and the award was issued under an automated simplified acquisition process with no formal evaluation factors or contract type