The Department of Defense is seeking to procure Yokohama brand Submarine Hydro-Pneumatic Fenders, as detailed in the Statement of Work. This solicitation is open to businesses authorized to operate in South Korea, with a focus on compliance with DFARS 252.225-7042. The notice type is a Combined Synopsis/Solicitation, indicating that interested parties should track the opportunity closely and submit written questions to the Contract Specialist by the specified deadline. The acquisition has shifted to a "Brand Name or Equal" approach, allowing for equivalent product submissions.
Analysis by Mindy, grounded in the SAM.gov notice.
Description
Procure Yokohama brand Submarine Hydro-Pneumatic Fenders as specified in the Statement of Work (SOW).
This solicitation is intended only for sources duly authorized to operate and do business in S. Korea, as prescribed by DFARS 252.225-7042. Prime Contractors outside of S. Korea must submit documentation that unambiguously demonstrates the Offer's compliance with DFARS 252.225-7042 (e.g. proof of incorporation) as part of their offer.
Quoters may request clarification of any specification or contract term. No verbal requests for information will be accepted by the Contracting Officer or his / her Technical Representative. Quoter's questions must be submitted to the Contract Specialist in writing via Email at hyon.t.yang2.ln@us.navy.mil. All requests for clarification on the subject solicitation shall be emailed to the Contract Specialist by Thursday, 18 June 2026, 11 A.M. Korea Standard Time.
- Amendment 0001 dated 12 Jun 2026 to provide Q&As.
- Amendment 0002 dated 17 Jun 2026 with following changes:
1) SOW and Section L of solicitation is revised to change this acquisition to BRAND NAME OR EQUAL concept instead of a sole source.
2) Section M Evaluation Factors for Award is updated to incorporate Technical Factors for acceptability determination of "Equivalent" products.
3) Offer due date is extended to end on 25 Jun 2026 @ 10 AM Korea Standard Time (KST).
Source: SAM.gov, as posted. Verify the current solicitation before responding.
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