61--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 of OE-538 Outboard Cable Assembly, SSBN/SSGN, for use on Navy submarines. This is a Firm Fixed-Price (FFP) opportunity. A critical requirement is Government Source Approval prior to award; offerors not already approved must submit detailed information with their proposal. Additionally, only authorized distributors of the original manufacturer's item will be considered. Proposals are due by May 12, 2026.
Scope of Work
This procurement covers the manufacture and contract quality requirements for the OE-538 Outboard Cable Assembly. Key specifications include:
- Design & Manufacturing: Must meet material, electrical, mechanical, physical, and test requirements as specified in Sippican Drawing D248895-1 Rev F and DGO Drawing 1155130-114.
- Fabrication: Adherence to NAVSEA S9320-AM-PRO-020/MLDG Rev.02 and NAVSEA S9320-AM-PRO-030/MLDG Rev.03 requirements, with DGO-1 authorized in lieu of S9320-AM-PRO-030/MLDG Rev.02.
- Marking: Permanent ink marking (white ink) on the cable's outer jacket per MIL-STD-130, including manufacturer's part number, code, name, and specification number, with a continuous 1/2-inch wide yellow strip for alignment.
- Mercury-Free: Materials must be free from metallic mercury and contamination. Written approval from the Procurement Contracting Officer is required if mercury is a functional part of the material.
- Quality Assurance: Suppliers must maintain a quality system acceptable to the Government, in accordance with ISO 9001 (or MIL-I-45208 for existing users).
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation (Firm Fixed-Price)
- Set-Aside: None
- Response Due: May 12, 2026, 6:00 PM EDT
- Published: March 13, 2026
- Product Service Code: 6150 (Miscellaneous Electric Power And Distribution Equipment)
Key Requirements
- Government Source Approval: Offerors must be an approved source or submit all data detailed in the NAVSUP WSS Source Approval Brochure with their proposal. Offers lacking this data will not be considered.
- Authorized Distributors: Proof of being an authorized distributor, signed by a responsible company official, must be submitted with the offer.
- Design Changes: Any changes in design, material, servicing, or part number require notification and approval from the SPCC Contracting Officer.
Contact Information
For inquiries, contact VLADIMIR.MAKSIMCHUK@NAVY.MIL or call 215-697-3533.