42--HOSE ASSEMBLY,NONMETAL
DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCY.TROOP SUPPORT CONSTRUCTION & EQUIPMENT.DLA TROOP SUPPORT · Response deadline: Mon, 09 Nov 2026
What the government is buying
The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Troop Support is seeking a supplier for nonmetallic hose assemblies under Federal Supply Classification (FSC) 42. These components are essential supply items used across military services for fluid power transfer in equipment ranging from ground vehicles to aircraft support systems. Nonmetallic hose assemblies typically incorporate synthetic rubber or thermoplastic tubes with reinforcement layers, designed to handle specific pressure ratings and fluid compatibility requirements.
FSC 42 covers firefighting, rescue, and safety equipment broadly, with hose assemblies representing a recurring sustainment need. DLA Troop Support manages procurement for construction and equipment supplies that keep military operations running. This is a routine stock replenishment or direct fulfillment purchase rather than a complex system acquisition.
Key facts
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Troop Support |
| Notice type | Combined Synopsis/Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | SPE8E627T0399 |
| NAICS | 326220 - Rubber and Plastic Hose and Belting Manufacturing |
| Set-aside | Small Business Set-Aside—Total |
| Response deadline | November 9, 2026 |
| Place of performance | Not specified in metadata; see the solicitation |
Who can bid
This opportunity is 100% set aside for small business. Only firms that qualify as small under NAICS 326220 (1,000-employee threshold) are eligible to bid. Your business must be:
- Registered in SAM.gov with active status
- Coded for NAICS 326220 in your SAM profile
- Small by SBA size standards at time of offer and award
- Capable of manufacturing or supplying nonmetallic hose assemblies meeting military specifications
Firms in the rubber and plastic hose manufacturing sector—including those producing hydraulic hoses, industrial tubing, or specialty reinforced assemblies—should evaluate whether their existing product lines or sourcing relationships align with DLA's requirement. You do not need to be the original manufacturer if you can source compliant assemblies, though traceability and specification adherence are critical in defense procurement.
How to put together a competitive bid
Verify specification compliance. DLA hose assembly awards typically reference military specifications (MIL-DTL or MS standards) or commercial item descriptions. Obtain the full solicitation to identify exact part numbers, pressure ratings, end fitting configurations, and testing requirements. Noncompliant offers are routinely rejected.
Confirm supply chain readiness. Double-check lead times for raw materials—reinforcement wire, synthetic elastomers, and crimp fittings. DLA often evaluates delivery schedules alongside price.
Review historical pricing on SAM.gov or DLA's internet bid board system (DIBBS) for similar National Stock Numbers (NSNs). DLA Troop Support awards frequently go to lowest technically acceptable offerors.
Address packaging and marking requirements. Military Standard (MIL-STD) packaging and preservation specifications apply. Factor these costs into your pricing.
Submit through DIBBS. DLA acquisitions under this mechanism typically require electronic submission through the Defense Internet Bid Board System, not standard SAM.gov response.
Prepare to accept Firm-Fixed-Price terms common in these simplified acquisitions.
Next steps
Read the full solicitation on SAM.gov using solicitation number SPE8E627T0399. The notice was posted October 28, 2026, with offers due November 9, 2026—a twelve-day response window suggesting a streamlined acquisition. Download all technical documents, verify your SAM registration includes NAICS 326220, and confirm DIBBS access before preparing your offer. The solicitation will specify exact quantities, delivery locations, and inspection requirements not available in this synopsis.
View the official notice on SAM.gov →