26Q0109-RFC.docx

This is a Request for Specification Clarification (SWRMC form) submitted for Solicitation N5523626Q0109 regarding various non-MIL-SPEC hose assemblies for nitrogen on the USS HALSEY (DDG-97). The form is a template designed to facilitate technical questions and clarifications during the procurement process, with designated sections for contractor inquiries and internal Navy reviews. The document includes fields for question documentation, contractor points of contact (identified as Esther Cing and Jorge Morales), serial number tracking, and internal review workflows across technical, planning, supervisor, Code 230, and advance planning departments. The form also contains checkboxes to indicate whether specification changes, drawing/reference changes, requirements changes, or material changes result from the clarification process.

This particular form instance appears to be a blank template or example (Question No. 001) without a specific contractor question populated. The related solicitation N5523626Q0109 is a Total Small Business Set-Aside RFQ issued by the Southwest Regional Maintenance Center under FAR Part 12 for commercial products, with quotes required by September 1, 2026. The NAICS code is 423840 (Industrial Supplies Merchant Wholesalers), and large businesses are ineligible for award.