Supply of Inflatable Boat Brace (False Stringer)

The contract calls for the procurement and delivery of six units of inflatable boat braces, identified by the National Stock Number 2040015006574, which serve as replacement components for military-grade inflatable watercraft. These parts must comply strictly with Defense Logistics Agency specifications to ensure compatibility, durability, and operational readiness in demanding field conditions. The requirement is classified as a subcontract under the NAICS code 336612, indicating it falls within the ship and boat building and repairing industry segment. The solicitation was posted on July 22, 2026, with a firm response deadline of August 3, 2026, and the place of performance is designated as Fort Meade with a zip code of 20755-5335. The contracting organization is the Fluid Handling Division under the Department of Defense, and the work is to be executed in alignment with federal procurement protocols under the DIBBS platform, accessible via the provided uiLink. While no set-aside provisions or point of contact details are specified, the urgency and specificity of the requirement reflect a critical need for timely component replacement to maintain fleet operational capability.