Box hub fitting

The U.S. Navy's NAVSUP Fleet Logistics Center Puget Sound is procuring specialized electrical hub fittings manufactured by iCORE International Inc., including 30 STD Box Hub Fittings with 1-1/4" box holes, 30 Box Hub Couplings with 1" conduit size, 1 Box Hub Coupling with 1.000-20UNEF adapter, and 1 Male Pipe Thread Swivel, all made from CRES316L material with passivated finish. These components are required as direct replacements for existing watertight enclosure components for sliding padeye systems, where precise compatibility is critical to prevent system malfunction. The procurement follows a sole source justification based on iCORE International's unique intellectual property and the lack of compatible alternative products from other manufacturers. Evaluation criteria include technical compliance with exact part specifications, delivery dates and lead time, price, and past performance history. Quote responses are due by September 22, 2025 at 1:00 PM, with an anticipated award date of September 17, 2025.

This procurement is designated as a set-aside for both Total Small Business and Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB), with iCORE International Inc. (CAGE code 05593) identified as the sole authorized manufacturer and preferred source along with its authorized distributors. The contract structure is firm, fixed-price and falls under the Current-Carrying Wiring Device Manufacturing NAICS category (335931) and Connectors, Electrical PSC category (5935). The total quantity consists of 62 individual components across five different part numbers, representing what the government has determined to be the minimum requirements for the replacement parts. Performance will take place in Kanagawa, Japan, with delivery specifically required to Yokosuka, Japan. The procurement operates under FAR Parts 12 and 13 procedures, reflecting the commercial nature of these specialized electrical connectors.