Precision Nonmetallic Hose Manufacturing

The contract involves the manufacture of a nonmetallic hose designated by NSN 4720000805379, engineered to meet the stringent SAE J20 and J20-1 military specifications, ensuring performance under demanding operational conditions. The hose must adhere to exacting dimensional tolerances and is required to maintain integrity and functionality over a 120-month shelf life, reflecting a critical emphasis on long-term reliability and storage stability without degradation. Production must comply with all technical and quality assurance standards mandated by the Department of Defense to ensure compatibility with military fluid handling systems. This is a subcontract opportunity issued by the Fluid Handling Division under the Department of Defense, with the place of performance set at Fort Riley, Kansas, with ZIP code 66442-0345. The North American Industry Classification System code is 326220, indicating the focus on rubber product manufacturing. The solicitation was posted on July 30, 2026, and responses are due by August 10, 2026, leaving a narrow window for qualified vendors to submit proposals. The contract is not subject to any set-aside classification, meaning all eligible contractors may compete, though compliance with military-grade engineering requirements and shelf life validation will be decisive factors in award determination.