61--CABLE ASSEMBLY AND
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 Cable Assembly and related items. This opportunity is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. Bidders must review the mandatory Individual Repair Part Ordering Data (IRPOD) and adhere to strict technical, quality, and packaging requirements. Proposals are due May 18, 2026.
Scope of Work
This solicitation is for the procurement of cable assemblies, with a strong emphasis on compliance with technical specifications, quality assurance, and specific packaging requirements. Key aspects include:
- Technical Documentation: Mandatory review of the Individual Repair Part Ordering Data (IRPOD), drawings, technical data, and military specifications, accessible via
https://logistics.unnpp.gov/ecommerce(requires registration). - Quality Assurance: Adherence to quality requirements detailed in the IRPOD, including maintaining an inspection system.
- Packaging: Compliance with MIL-PRF-23199 and MIL-DTL-24466 green poly bags, MIL-STD 2073, and specific cleanliness controls. Fire retardant packaging is no longer required.
- Data Deliverables: Submission of a Certificate of Compliance (DI-MISC-81356) at the time of material delivery, and adherence to detailed DD Form 1423 instructions for data items.
- Waivers/Deviations: Strict procedures for requesting delivery date extensions or non-conformance waivers, requiring detailed justification and technical evaluation.
- Mercury Exclusion: No mercury or mercury-containing compounds shall be intentionally added or come into direct contact with hardware.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- Product/Service Code: 6150 (Miscellaneous Electric Power And Distribution Equipment)
- Response Due: May 18, 2026, 8:30 PM EDT
- Published: May 4, 2026
Key Requirements
- Document Precedence: In case of conflict, Section "C" takes precedence over "D". A specific order of precedence is provided for technical document conflict resolution.
- Pricing Validity: Quotations must specify pricing validity, with a default of 60 days after the closing date.
- Contractual Documents: Considered "issued" upon electronic transmission, fax, or mail deposit.
Additional Notes
Access to certain nuclear reactor publications and commercial specifications may require direct requests to NAVSUP WSS-MECH or publishers. All documents provided by the U.S. Navy will include a "Distribution Statement" outlining usage and safeguarding requirements. For inquiries, contact BRIANNA.L.WALKER3.CIV@US.NAVY.MIL.