The Department of Defense, through the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Maritime - Pearl Harbor, is soliciting proposals from Women-Owned Small Businesses (WOSB) for the supply of NOMEX/KEVLAR string, which is fire-resistant and essential for various military applications. The procurement specifically seeks 80 spools of 1/8" diameter string, each containing 1000 feet, with stringent performance requirements including a 750 lb knot-holding capacity and compliance with fire safety regulations. This procurement is critical for ensuring the availability of high-quality materials that meet military standards. Interested vendors must submit their proposals by October 30, 2025, with delivery expected by December 12, 2025. For further inquiries, contact Wongduean Guajardo at wongduean.a.guajardo.civ@us.navy.mil or by phone at 808-473-8000.

I.S-1 SF 1449 - SPMYM426Q3033.pdf

The document is a federal government Request for Proposal (RFP) for Women-Owned Small Businesses (WOSB) to supply NOMEX/KEVLAR string, fire-resistant, to the DLA Maritime - Pearl Harbor. The solicitation (SPMYM426Q3033) seeks 80 spools of 1/8" diameter string, 1000 feet/spool, with specific material and performance requirements, including a 750 lb knot-holding capacity and compliance with fire safety regulations. Key details include a bid due date of October 30, 2025, and a delivery date of December 12, 2025. The RFP outlines detailed clauses for unique item identification, payment instructions via Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF), and various FAR and DFARS clauses governing commercial products, services, and small business participation.

To be considered for award, the offeror must complete and submit the attached solicitation# SPMYM4-26-Q-3033 via email to Contracting Officer: wongduean.a.guajardo.civ@us.navy.mil. Please provide your quote no later (see attached) HST.

All questions regarding the RFQ shall be submitted electronically via email to Mrs. Wongduean Guajardo (see above email address).

If the offer is not submitted on the SF 1449, include a statement specifying the extent of agreement with all terms, conditions, and provisions included in the solicitation. Offers that fail to furnish required representations or information, or reject the terms and conditions of the solicitation may be excluded from consideration.

IAW FAR 52.212-2. Award will be made to the Lowest Priced Technically Acceptable (LPTA) Offeror.

The evaluation factors will be the following : 1) Technical Capability 2) ETD and  3.) Price

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