HOSE ASSEMBLY, NONME

The solicitation SPE7M4-26-T-286G issued by the Defense Logistics Agency under the Department of Defense seeks one nonmetallic hose assembly identified by NSN 4720-01-644-5455, with a corresponding first article test requirement, under a contract type yet to be finalized. Performance is governed by a delivery schedule of 60 to 110 days after order placement, with FOB Origin terms applying to all line items. The sole delivery point is Fort Buchanan, Puerto Rico, where government personnel will conduct final inspection and acceptance in accordance with FAR 52.246-2. Packaging and labeling must strictly adhere to MIL-STD-129 for marking, barcoding, and hazardous material identification, while also complying with ASTM D3951 and DLA’s Master List of Technical and Quality Requirements, with palletization following RP001. Hazardous materials must be documented per OSHA’s Hazard Communication Standard and labeled accordingly under DFARS 252.223-7001, and all materials must exclude Class I ozone-depleting substances. Contractors are required to use Wide Area WorkFlow for invoicing and must comply with stringent reporting obligations for transportation by sea, hexavalent chromium restrictions, export-controlled items, and defense-related supply chain prohibitions targeting communist Chinese military companies. The contract imposes compliance with employment and anti-trafficking regulations, including equal opportunity for workers with disabilities under Alternate I of FAR 52.222-36, employment eligibility verification, and prohibitions on mandatory arbitration. Cybersecurity is governed by NIST SP 800-171 DOD Assessment Requirements, and small business subcontractors are to be paid on an accelerated basis. All offerors must possess a valid Unique Entity ID and CAGE code and self-certify their size and socioeconomic status, including WOSB, SDVOSB, HUBZone, and SDB categories, with complete representations submitted electronically via DIBBS by August 6, 2026. Pricing details are not provided in the solicitation, indicating that offerors are expected to submit unit and extended prices as part of their response. No formal evaluation factors, weights, or basis of award are specified, implying potential award under a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable methodology. The point of contact for inquiries is William Cooley of the DLA Land and Maritime Fluid Handling Division, with technical support