The Department of Defense, through the Naval Supply Fleet Logistics Center in Puget Sound, is soliciting proposals for the procurement of flexible hoses under the solicitation titled "4720 FLEXIBLE HOSE." This contract is specifically set aside for small businesses, with an emphasis on women-owned small businesses (WOSB), and requires suppliers to provide competitive quotes based on technical acceptability, past performance, price, and delivery schedules. The flexible hoses are critical components for various naval applications, ensuring operational readiness and efficiency. Interested parties must submit their proposals in accordance with the detailed instructions provided in the attached solicitation document, and they can direct inquiries to Lorraine Small at LORRAINE.M.SMALL.CIV@US.NAVY.MIL.