Spiratex Hoses
ID: N6660426Q0059Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE NAVYNUWC DIV NEWPORTNEWPORT, RI, 02841-1703, USA

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Rubber and Plastics Hoses and Belting Manufacturing (326220)

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PLASTICS FABRICATED MATERIALS (9330)

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    The Department of Defense, specifically the Naval Undersea Warfare Center Division Newport (NUWCDIVNPT), is seeking quotations for the procurement of custom extruded reinforced TPU tubing and towed array hoses, primarily from The Spiratex Co., which is currently the sole approved supplier for these items. The procurement includes a total of twelve Contract Line Item Numbers (CLINs) for various types of tubing and hoses, which are critical for naval applications, and delivery is required within 25 weeks to Newport, RI. Interested vendors must submit their quotes by December 19, 2025, at 1400 Eastern time, and should direct inquiries to Franklin Patton at franklin.k.patton2.civ@us.navy.mil or by phone at 401-832-6525.

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    The document, J&A Number: 26012.0, outlines the certification and approval process for a Justification and Approval (J&A) document, which is typically used in government procurement to justify using other than full and open competition. It includes three key sections: Technical/Requirements Certification, Contracting Officer Certification, and Chief of the Contracting Office Approval. Each section requires a signature, date, printed name, title/code, and phone number, certifying the accuracy and completeness of the J&A and its supporting acquisition planning documents. The Chief of the Contracting Office's approval specifically authorizes the solicitation of the procurement using other than full and open competition, citing 41 U.S.C. 1901. This structure ensures accountability and compliance with federal acquisition regulations when waiving full and open competition.
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