VJ Flex Hoses

Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory, operating under the Department of Energy, is seeking vacuum jacketed cryogenic hoses specifically designed for liquid argon (LAr) service through this Request for Proposal. The procurement requires vendors to submit a formal quote on company letterhead, a completed RFP form, a Subcontractor Annual Representations & Certifications (SARC) form, and a PUR-466 Proposal Certifications form. The hose must meet rigorous technical specifications including a temperature rating of -320 to 100 degrees Fahrenheit, a nominal size of 1 inch, multi-layer insulation (MLI), ASME B31.3 design standards, and a flexible length of 220 inches. The evaluation will employ a best value source selection method, awarding the contract to the lowest-priced technically acceptable offeror. Proposals are due by 5:00 PM Central Standard Time on November 27, 2025, and the government intends to award the contract without further discussions with offerors.

No set-aside designation has been applied to this solicitation. The specific award value and quantity are not disclosed in the available solicitation documents. The contract will be delivered on an F.O.B. Fermilab basis, with units shipped to Receiving Warehouse 2 in Batavia, Illinois 60510. Payment terms are established as Net 30, and the procurement falls under the NAICS category 332999 (All Other Miscellaneous Fabricated Metal Product Manufacturing) with a Product Service Code of 4730 (Hose, Pipe, Tube, Lubrication, and Railing Fittings). Interested vendors should ensure compliance with all federal flow-down requirements, export control regulations, and Department of Energy standards outlined in the FFDG General Terms and Conditions for Commercial Products and Commercial Services dated August 2025.