Sole source - westflex INC - flex hoses

The Department of the Navy Naval Supply Systems Command is seeking a sole source procurement of specialized flex hoses for Military Sealift Command vessels, specifically 25 line items of C276 Hasteloy tube/braid/fittings hose loops with 316SS flanges. The solicitation (N0040625R0004) is an unrestricted firm-fixed-price supply contract for critical shipboard safety components used in fire main and AFFF firefighting systems. Westflex Inc. has been identified as the sole authorized distributor of these original equipment manufacturer (OEM) parts, with the procurement following FAR Subpart 13.5 Simplified Procedures for Commercial Items. Evaluation criteria will focus on technical acceptability, price reasonableness, and past performance, with the government planning to make a single award for all items due to their interrelated nature. The solicitation closes on December 11, 2024, at 12:00 PM local time, with a proposal submission deadline that requires careful attention from potential vendors.

The contract has no specific set-aside designation and will be performed at Fleet, VA 23511, with delivery required to the MSC W143 Warehouse in Norfolk, VA by March 7, 2025. The procurement will be funded using FY25 Working Capital Funds, with pricing to be determined fair and reasonable through FAR Part 13 analysis. Quantities include various hose sizes ranging from 1.5-inch to 10-inch diameter in both left and right leg configurations, all made with specialized Hasteloy material and requiring DoD unique identification marking. Westflex Inc., identified as a small business, is the exclusive source for these critical components, with the government noting that alternative parts would necessitate additional safety reviews and potential certification delays. Invoicing will be processed through the Wide Area Workflow (WAWF) system, and the contractor must provide 48-hour advance notification to the MSC Transportation Team prior to each delivery.