Coupling assembly, q

The Defense Logistics Agency Land and Maritime is procuring 716 units of Coupling Assembly Q, identified by NSN 4730001388279, through a Request for Quote (RFQ) process. This solicitation involves fabricated pipe and pipe fitting manufacturing components that fall under PSC category 47 (Pipe, Tubing, Hose, And Fittings) and NAICS code 332996. The procurement requires delivery within 111 days after date of order (ADO), and all responsible sources are eligible to submit quotes for consideration. Electronic submission is mandatory as hard copies of the solicitation are not available, though digitized drawings and military specifications can be retrieved electronically. The deadline for quote submission is September 25, 2025, providing potential contractors with an 11-day response window from the posting date of September 14, 2025.

This opportunity is designated as a Total Small Business set-aside, restricting participation to qualified small business enterprises only. The delivery destination is specified as W1A8 DLA Distribution, indicating the coupling assemblies will be delivered to a Defense Logistics Agency distribution facility. The solicitation does not specify the contract value or budget range for this procurement of 716 coupling assembly units. No incumbent contractor information is provided in the notice, suggesting this may be an open competition among eligible small businesses. The relatively short delivery timeline of 111 days indicates an urgent operational need for these pipe fitting components within the defense supply chain.