CABLE
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 Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Maritime - Puget Sound is soliciting quotes for 5,000 feet of 500 MCM Portable Power Cable (Part Number 830214, COLEMAN/SOUTHWIRE or equal). This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside opportunity. Offers are due by February 27, 2026, at 06:00 PM Local Time.
Scope of Work
This solicitation is for CABLE, 500 MCM, FFP, PORTABLE POWER, 500 MCM, SINGLE COND, 90 DEG. C, 2000V, BLACK JACKET, TYPE W, U.L./CSA LISTED. The required quantity is 5,000 Foot. Vendors quoting "equals" to the specified COLEMAN/SOUTHWIRE Part Number 830214 must submit manufacturer specifications in PDF format; bids for equals without these specifications will be considered non-responsive.
Packaging and marking shall comply with ASTM-D-3951, including specific markings for NSN/FSN/part number, noun nomenclature, quantity, contract number, contractor details, and delivery address. Prohibited packing materials include asbestos, excelsior, loose fill polystyrene, newspaper, or shredded paper. Non-manufactured wood packing must be heat treated, and items not shipped via small parcel service must be on pallets. Inspection will occur at the destination within 4-7 days. Delivery is requested by May 15, 2026, to Bremerton, WA.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price (FFP)
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- NAICS Code: 335929 (Other Electronic Component Manufacturing)
- Size Standard: 1000 employees
- NIST SP 800-171: Contractors are required to have a current assessment (not more than 3 years old) as detailed in DFARS 252.204-7019, unless items are Commercial Off The Shelf (COTS). COTS items are exempt, but must be identified to the contracting officer during the solicitation period.
- Payment: Via Wide Area Work Flow (WAWF).
- Base Access: Contractors require a Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) credential for base access.
Submission & Evaluation
Quotes must be submitted electronically via email to TRICIA.WINTERSTEEN@DLA.MIL. To be deemed responsive, bids must include a completed and signed solicitation, manufacturer information, country of origin, and lead time for delivery (FOB destination). Award will be made to the technically acceptable quote/offer that is most advantageous to the Government, considering price and past performance.
Key Dates & Contacts
- Offer Due Date: February 27, 2026, 06:00 PM Local Time
- Delivery Requested By: May 15, 2026
- Point of Contact: Tricia Wintersteen (TRICIA.WINTERSTEEN@DLA.MIL, 360-509-0205)