59--CABLE ASSEMBLY,SPEC
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 MECH is soliciting proposals for the manufacture and supply of CABLE ASSEMBLY,SPEC. This opportunity is a Total Small Business Set-Aside and is issued under Emergency Acquisition Flexibilities (EAF). Offers are due by May 11, 2026, at 4:30 PM Local Time.
Scope of Work
This requirement covers the manufacture and quality control of CABLE ASSEMBLY,SPEC, adhering to specific design, manufacturing, and performance requirements outlined in drawing 6964587, cage 53711. Key technical specifications include:
- Marking in accordance with MIL-STD-129.
- Configuration control per MIL-STD-973, including procedures for Engineering Change Proposals, Deviations, and Waivers.
- Strict mercury-free requirements, critical for use on submarines/surface ships, with specific protocols for approval if metallic mercury is functionally required.
- Quality system requirements in accordance with ISO 9001 or MIL-I-45208.
- Packaging, preservation, and marking per MIL-STD 2073.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation (likely Firm Fixed-Price, given evaluation criteria)
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business
- Offer Due: May 11, 2026, 4:30 PM Local Time (as extended by Amendment 0002)
- Published: April 16, 2026 (original solicitation published date, amendment posted same day)
Evaluation
Award will be based on the lowest aggregate total price submitted for the total quantity, including the option provision.
Additional Notes
This requirement is pursuant to Emergency Acquisition Flexibilities (EAF). Any resultant award will be bilaterally issued and DO certified for national defense under the Defense Priorities and Allocations System (DPAS). The solicitation includes an option for increased quantity for up to 365 days after award, and pricing for this option should be submitted. Offerors must request access to drawings on SAM.gov and email the point of contact. Several clauses have been revised or deleted by Amendment 0002.