59--CABLE ASSEMBLY,RADI
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 Department of the Navy, NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support, has issued a presolicitation indicating its intent to award a sole-source contract for CABLE ASSEMBLY,RADI (NSN 1R-5995-016922386-ZR). This action is authorized under FAR 6.302-1 due to the Government's lack of sufficient data for full and open competition and the item's flight-critical nature requiring prior Government source approval.
Scope of Work
This requirement is for the procurement of 4 EA of CABLE ASSEMBLY,RADI, identified by NSN 1R-5995-016922386-ZR and Reference Number 449-376-900-217. Delivery is FOB Origin. The item is flight critical, and only sources previously approved by the Government have been solicited.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Presolicitation (Intent to Award Sole Source)
- Agency: Dept Of Defense / DEPT OF THE NAVY / NAVSUP WEAPON SYSTEMS SUPPORT
- Product Service Code: 5995 - Cable, Cord, And Wire Assemblies: Communication Equipment
- Set-Aside: None
- Published Date: May 5, 2026
- Response Due (General Interest/Proposals): June 1, 2026 (45 days from publication)
- Response Due (Commercial Item Interest): Approximately May 20, 2026 (15 days from publication)
Source Approval & Evaluation
The Government intends to negotiate with only one source. However, all responsible sources may identify their interest and capability or submit proposals within 45 days of publication. For new sources, submission of detailed information as per NAVSUP WSS Source Approval Information Brochures is mandatory. Award will only be made if the offeror, product, or manufacturer meets qualification requirements per FAR clause 52.209-1. Information received will primarily determine if a competitive procurement is feasible.
Additional Notes
The Government is not using FAR Part 12 (Acquisition of Commercial Items) for this solicitation, but interested parties may still identify their capability to satisfy the requirement with a commercial item within 15 days of this notice. This acquisition is subject to Free Trade Agreements (DFARS 252.225-7036) and the World Trade Organization Government Procurement Agreement (DFARS 252.225-7021).