4730 Flex Hose Assembly & Hose Fittings

The Department of the Navy Naval Supply Systems Command is seeking to procure flex hose assemblies and hose fittings through a brand name acquisition limited to Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) EATON AEROQUIP LLC / DANFOSS POWER SOLUTION or their authorized distributors. This procurement is being conducted under FAR 11 brand name requirements, with authorized distributors required to submit documentation from the OEM demonstrating their authorized status along with their quotes. The acquisition will result in a firm-fixed price supply contract, with the full solicitation expected to be posted to Sam.Gov on approximately September 9, 2025. Quotes are due on or about September 15, 2025, and prospective offerors are responsible for downloading the solicitation documents independently and monitoring for amendments. Due to teleworking arrangements, government personnel request communication via email or Microsoft Teams during working hours.

This opportunity is designated as a Total Small Business set-aside, restricting participation to qualifying small business concerns that meet the size standards for NAICS code 332912 (Fluid Power Valve and Hose Fitting Manufacturing). The procurement allows only the specified OEM manufacturers or their properly authorized distributors to participate, effectively limiting the competitive pool to entities with direct manufacturer relationships. The notice does not specify contract values, quantities of hose assemblies required, or performance timelines beyond the brief solicitation schedule. Interested parties have a compressed timeline of approximately six days from solicitation posting to quote submission, requiring rapid response preparation. The government has indicated limited accessibility during the solicitation period due to teleworking conditions, emphasizing electronic communication channels for any contractor inquiries.