10x10 Cobra System Belden Cable 9768
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), through its Shared Services Center, has issued a Solicitation (RFQ) for the procurement of a Brand Name 10x10 Cobra System Belden Cable 9768. This requirement is a Total Small Business Set-Aside, seeking quotes from Authorized Resellers Only. The cable is specified as a Control & Instrument Cable, 12 individually shielded pairs, 22 AWG, with a PVC-Polyvinyl Chloride outer jacket. Quotes are due by March 20, 2026, at 4:00 p.m. CT.
Scope of Work
This opportunity requires the supply of 1000 feet of Belden Cable 9768. Key technical specifications include:
- Type: Control & Instrument Cable
- Conductor Pairs: 12 individually shielded pairs with Beldfoil
- Conductor Wire Size: 22 AWG, 7x30, TC-Tinned Copper
- Material: PP-Polypropylene
- Outer Jacket: PVC-Polyvinyl Chloride
- Overall Cable Diameter: 0.464 inches (11.8 mm)
- Voltage Rating: 300 V
- UL Temperature Rating: 80-degrees Celsius
- Environmental Suitability: Indoor
- Flammability/Reaction to Fire: UL 1685 FT4 Loading, IEC 60332-1-2
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Solicitation (RFQ)
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price (TBD)
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- Quote Due Date: March 20, 2026, by 4:00 p.m. CT
- Questions Due Date: March 18, 2026, by 12:00 p.m. CT
- Published Date: March 16, 2026
- Delivery: FOB Destination, NASA John H. Glenn Research Center, Cleveland, OH 44135
- Payment Terms: Net 30
- Quote Validity: 30 days
Evaluation & Submission
Award will be based on a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) evaluation. Quotes not meeting technical acceptability will be removed from consideration. Offerors must be registered at www.sam.gov and complete specific representations and certifications (e.g., FAR 52.204-24, 52.204-26). Quotes, along with Cage Code, UEI #, ARO delivery time/Lead Time, and shipping information, must be submitted via email to Laura Quave (laura.a.quave@nasa.com). All correspondence should reference Notice ID 80NSSC26924797QQ.