HOSE ASSEMBLY, NONME

Solicitation SPE7M4-26-T-296U, issued by the Department of Defense Fluid Handling Division, is for the procurement of seven nonmetallic hose assemblies (NSN 4720-01-474-9250) used on the Forward Repair System Model M7. This critical application item, identified by Grove U.S. LLC part number 7-554-308003, is subject to a delivery schedule of 120 days after receipt of order, with a required delivery date of December 12, 2026. The contract is established as a firm-fixed-price acquisition with shipping terms set as FOB Origin and both inspection and acceptance occurring at the destination, specifically DLA Distribution Albany in Georgia. The contractor must adhere to strict military standards for packaging and marking, including MIL-STD-2073-1E for packaging, MIL-STD-129 for marking and bar-coding, and RP001 for DLA packaging and palletization requirements. Special attention is required for hazardous materials, necessitating compliance with OSHA Hazard Communication Standards and the submission of Safety Data Sheets prior to award. Administrative requirements include electronic invoicing via Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF) and compliance with various DFARS clauses regarding cybersecurity (NIST SP 800-171), whistleblower rights, and prohibitions on covered defense telecommunications equipment. Proposals must be submitted electronically through the DLA Internet Bid Board System (DIBBS) by August 13, 2026.