59--CABLE ASSEMBLY,SPEC
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PSC
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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) is soliciting proposals for the procurement of 80 AN/BRR-6 Tow Cable Assemblies for use on Navy submarines. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside competitive acquisition. Proposals are due May 22, 2025.
Scope of Work
This solicitation requires the manufacture and delivery of 80 special purpose cable assemblies, including comprehensive first article testing (FAT) for two specimens: one for destructive testing and one for non-destructive testing. The scope also includes adherence to specific material, electrical, physical, mechanical, and test requirements outlined in Drawing 5361667 and NSWCCD-SSES Specifications 0064-0010 and 0064-0020. The contractor will be responsible for all inspection requirements.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Firm Fixed Price
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business (Deviation 2020-O0008)
- Product Service Code: 5995 (Cable, Cord, And Wire Assemblies: Communication Equipment)
- Proposal Due: May 22, 2025 (Extended by amendment)
- Published: January 8, 2026 (Initial publication date)
Key Requirements
- First Article Testing (FAT): Mandatory for two specimens (destructive and non-destructive). Government approval of the FAT procedure and reports is required before commencing production.
- Quality Assurance: Suppliers must adhere to MIL-I-45208 or ISO 9001 and ANSI/NCSL Z540.3 or ISO 10012. A written Quality Inspection and Test Plan is required for Government approval.
- Government Furnished Property (GFP): NAVSUP will provide 60 Tow Cable crates and the Tow Cable Container (NSN 8145-01-670-2197). The contractor must price 20 additional crates.
- Mercury-Free Requirement: All materials must be mercury-free and free from contamination, intended for use on submarines/surface ships.
- Drawings: Access to controlled drawings requires an approved DD2345. Requests for drawings must be submitted via SAM.gov.
Submission Instructions
Proposals must be completed, signed, and returned via email as an attachment to the Contract Specialist, tonya.l.nearhood.civ@us.navy.mil. Submissions via NECO are not acceptable. Offerors must provide a proposed delivery schedule within Clause 52.211-9.