HOSE, NONMETALLIC

The contract solicitation SPE7M4-26-T-098M seeks the procurement of 14 rope units (RO) of nonmetallic hose, with each RO equaling 100 feet, identified by NSN 4720-01-526-9805. The delivery is required within 226 days from award, with a need ship date of January 4, 2027, under FOB Origin terms as part of the First Destination Transportation program, which mandates government-arranged transportation to the designated destination in New Cumberland, Pennsylvania. The solicitation is not set aside for small businesses and falls under NAICS code 326220. Technical and quality requirements are governed by the DLA Master List of Technical and Quality Requirements, with specific identifiers RA001, RC001, RP001, and RQ011 applying, and these supersede ASTM D3951 packaging standards where applicable. Packaging and marking must comply with MIL-STD-129, including labeling for hazardous materials under 29 CFR 1910.1200 and radioactive materials per specific activity thresholds, while palletization must adhere to DLA’s RP001 requirements. The contract incorporates by reference the DLA Master Solicitation for Automated Simplified Acquisitions Revision 104 and multiple FAR and DFARS clauses, including those for System for Award Management maintenance, contract type, equal opportunity for workers with disabilities, combating human trafficking, cybersecurity compliance with NIST SP 800-171, and disclosure of controlled unclassified information. Offerors must comply with the Berry Amendment and Buy American Act and submit applicable certifications through SAM, including representations for foreign ownership, trade agreements, and defense telecommunications equipment. Invoicing and payment must be processed through Wide Area Workflow, requiring submission of both an invoice and receiving report, unless a registered acceptor is absent. Contractors must maintain SAM registration, be free from suspension or debarment, and adhere to DPAS priority ratings as a DO or DX rated order. Subcontractors must complete a basic NIST SP 800-171 assessment within three years if involved. U.S.-flag vessels are required for ocean transport, and foreign-flag requests must be submitted 45 days in advance, accompanied by ocean bills of lading to the Contracting Officer and MARAD. The point of contact for inquiries is