Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division, Contracts Department, Code 233, Bldg. 129-2, Lakehurst, N.J. 08733-5083

17 -- TEST HOSES FOR FLUSH DECK NOSE GEAR LAUNCH ASSEMBLY SOL N68335-95-RFI-512 DUE 062295 POC J. Fackenthal Code 213, 908-323-7423. This is a Request For Information only. There is no solicitation package available. Overview: The hose assemblies will be used about one hour per month to test hydraulic systems on the deck of aircraft carriers. During testing they will be exposed to whatever elements are present at sea in any kind of weather. When not testing the hoses will be stored in a locker where they are protected from direct effects of weather, but are still exposed to the corrosive effects of a maritime atmosphere. Some of the desired characteristics are as follows: Sizes: -24 nominal size (1.375 I.D) X 180'' long, -16 nominal size (.875LD) X 180'' long. Fittings at each end- internal threaded nut to mate with male threads per AS 4395. Stainless steel material. Hose Construction: Inner layer to conduct the fluid; outer layer of stainless steel braid to give structural strength and protect fluid conductor from damage. Minimum Bend Radius: (-24 size)= 15'', Minimum Bend Radius: (-16 size)= 11''. Pressures: Normal operating 2500 psi, Proof 3750 psi, Burst 5000 psi. Leakage: No visible evidence of fluid leakage when pressurized to 3000 psi for five minutes. Fluid: MIL-H-22072 at 200 degrees F; ambient temperature range: -30 to +150 degrees F. To assist in developing a final statement of hose requirements, prospective suppliers are encouraged to supply information on products that meet the stated needs. Alternatives that substantially, although not precisely, meet the needs are also encouraged. Specific information that would be helpful is as follows: 1. Product brochures and technical literature; 2. Existing pertinent test data; 3. Descriptions of inspections and tests that candidate products are presently subjected to for commercial markets. 4.Engineering drawings; 5. Supplier cage number; 6. Suppliers hose part numbers; 7. Product shelf life and warranties; 8. Description of available packaging for long term storage. Information should be submitted to J. Fackenthal, Contracting Officer, Code 2131000B-129-2, Naval Air Warfare Center, Highway 547, Lakehurst, NJ 08733-5083 no later than June 22, 1995. (0153)

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