Purchase Order N0010425PFC50

Natstar Defense Inc., a certified economically disadvantaged women-owned small business (EDWOSB) located in Boca Raton, Florida, was awarded a $33,480.80 firm fixed-price purchase order by the Naval Supply Systems Command (NAVSUP) for the procurement of metallic hose. This Total Small Business set-aside contract, awarded on May 6, 2025, with an ultimate completion date of April 21, 2026, fulfills a Department of the Navy requirement for specialized metallic hose designated as National Stock Number 1H-4720-016774626-L1, specifically 40 feet in length. The hose is intended for delivery to Portsmouth Naval Shipyard in Kittery, Maine, in support of naval fleet maintenance and operations. As a Level 1 item, the procurement requires strict adherence to quality control and inspection standards, with contractors obligated to maintain inspection systems conforming to MIL-I-45208A or equivalent standards, certified through joint Defense Contract Management Agency (DCMA) and NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support surveys.

Natstar Defense Inc. brings established expertise in providing precision-engineered metal components and industrial parts to Department of Defense agencies, supported by a significant 5-year, $40 million Blanket Purchase Agreement with NAVSUP awarded in 2021 that covers recurring requirements for metal valves, pipe fittings, hose, pipe, and tubing. The company's track record includes multiple contract awards from both NAVSUP and the Defense Logistics Agency, demonstrating consistent capability in meeting stringent federal procurement standards for naval and maritime operational needs. This purchase order represents a continuation of Natstar Defense Inc.'s critical role as a supplier within the military's logistics and procurement ecosystem.