Nonmetallic Hose Manufacturing

The contract calls for the manufacture of 2-1/2 inch inner diameter, 35-foot-long nonmetallic hoses meeting MIL-DTL-22240G, Type I specifications, encompassing the full production cycle from material sourcing and extrusion to reinforcement and final assembly. All components and processes must adhere strictly to the military standard to ensure performance, durability, and safety under demanding operational conditions. The work is designated as a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business Set-Aside, restricting eligibility to qualifying small businesses owned and controlled by service-disabled veterans, with the North American Industry Classification System code 326220 applying to rubber and plastics hoses and tubing manufacturing. The place of performance is specified as San Diego, California, with a ZIP code of 92136-3581, indicating the physical location where the product must be produced and delivered. The solicitation was posted on July 29, 2026, with a response deadline of August 10, 2026, allowing interested parties a limited window to submit proposals. The contract is categorized as a subcontract, meaning it is being issued under a prime contract or broader procurement framework managed by the Fluid Handling Division of the Department of Defense. The absence of a solicitation number and point of contact suggests the details are available only through the official DIBBS portal link provided, where potential bidders must access complete technical and administrative requirements. Compliance with all regulatory, technical, and small business certification criteria is mandatory for bid submission to be considered valid.