1377 - 01-620-6487 DWGS Cable Cutter Assembly
Overview
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Set Aside
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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 Department of the Navy (NAVSUP WEAPON SYSTEMS SUPPORT MECH) has issued a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for a Cable Cutter Assembly (DWGS), NSN 1377016206487. This is a competitive, Firm Fixed-Price opportunity for a critical safety item that is explosive in nature. A safety survey and Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) Level 2 (C3PAO) are required prior to award. Proposals are due by May 19, 2026.
Scope of Work
This solicitation is for the procurement of the Cable Cutter Assembly (DWGS), a component designed for Goodrich rescue hoists on UH-1 Helicopters. Its function is to sever stainless steel non-rotating rescue hoist cables in emergency situations, commanded by either the hoist operator or pilots. Key requirements include compliance with Drawing 3205AS419 (Cartridge Actuated Devices) and DoD unique identification. Technical data must be provided per DD Form 1423, Exhibit A.
Associated documents detail Contract Data Requirements Lists (CDRLs) for various deliverables, such as Product Baseline Index, Incoming Inspection Summary, Ammunition Data Cards (ADCs), Acceptance Test Plans, and Test/Inspection Reports. Bidders must also adhere to specific marking instructions for Cartridge Actuated Devices and Propellant Actuated Devices (CAD/PAD) components, covering both Human Readable Information (HRI) and Machine Readable Information (MRI). ADCs must be prepared in accordance with MIL-STD-1168 and submitted via the Worldwide Ammunition-data Repository Program (WARP), emphasizing full traceability of energetic materials and hardware.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Request for Quotation (RFQ), Firm Fixed-Price
- Set-Aside: Not a small business set-aside
- Response Due: May 19, 2026, 6:00 PM Z
- Published: April 14, 2026
- Shelf Life: 12 years for CLIN 0001
Evaluation & Submission
Award will be based on an evaluation of past performance (quality and timeliness of delivery), price, and non-price factors. Only one contract will be awarded. Offers must be submitted electronically via email to zachary.j.dom.civ@us.navy.mil. Offerors are instructed to submit pricing for only one of the applicable National Stock Numbers (NSNs). Drawings are available but will not be provided on CD, and paper copies are not available.