HOSE ASSEMBLY, NONMETALLIC

The contract is for the procurement of a nonmetallic hose assembly with a 7/8 inch inner diameter and a length of 19-1/2 inches, identified by NSN 4720-01-098-5312 and part number MS52103Z-160194R. The item is classified as a critical application with a non-extendable 120-month shelf life under Type I (Code W) requirements and must comply with MIL-DTL-13444J(2) and MS52103G(1) specifications, both dated September 12, 2025, with marking governed by MIL-STD-129R(3). The supply is subject to qualification requirements as it is listed on a primary QPL or QML, and the contractor must establish and maintain a calibration system meeting ANSI/NCSL Z540-1-1994 or ISO 10012-1 standards. Sampling must follow MIL-STD-1916, ASQ H1331 Table 1, or an equivalent zero-based plan, with critical, major, and minor attributes assigned verification levels of VII, IV, and II or AQLs of 0.1, 1.0, and 4.0 respectively; unspecified attributes are deemed major, and zero non-conformances are required in any sample unless otherwise stated. Packaging must adhere to MIL-STD-2073-1E with specific preservation, containment, and packaging codes, and palletization must comply with DLA’s RP001 requirements. Special marking code 32 indicating Type I shelf life must be applied, and hazardous materials must be labeled in accordance with 29 CFR 1910.1200. The contract is a solicitation issued by the DLA Land and Maritime Fluid Handling Division under Solicitation Number SPE7M4-26-T-328A, with a bid deadline of August 20, 2026, and a required delivery date of January 14, 2027, 146 days after order placement. Delivery is FOB origin, with goods to be shipped to DLA Distribution at the New Cumberland, PA facility. Quantity is fixed at 30 units with no variance allowed. Inspection and acceptance will occur at destination under FAR