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 Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Mechanicsburg is soliciting proposals for the manufacture and supply of CABLE ASSEMBLY SPEC under a Total Small Business Set-Aside. This opportunity requires adherence to specific quality and configuration control standards, including ISO 9001. Proposals are due by April 27, 2026.
Scope of Work
This contract requires the manufacture of CABLE ASSEMBLY SPEC, adhering to specified Cage Code/Reference Numbers. Key requirements include:
- Quality Control: Compliance with ISO 9001 quality system requirements, or MIL-I-45208 for existing suppliers. Higher-level contract quality requirements are in effect.
- Marking: Physical identification in accordance with MIL-STD-129.
- Configuration Control: Adherence to MIL-STD-973, including procedures for Engineering Change Proposals, Deviations, and Waivers. Contractors must notify the PCO of any prior authorization for later drawing revisions.
- Mercury-Free: All materials must be free from metallic mercury and contamination, intended for use on submarines/surface ships. Written approval is required from the Procurement Contracting Officer for any functional inclusion of metallic mercury.
- Packaging: In accordance with MIL-STD 2073.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (as per NOTICE OF TOTAL SMALL BUSINESS SET-ASIDE (DEV 2026-O0037)(FEB 2026))
- Product Service Code: 6150 - Miscellaneous Electric Power And Distribution Equipment
- Response Due: April 27, 2026, 8:30 PM EDT
- Published: May 11, 2026 (Note: This notice was published after the stated response date, indicating a potential re-posting or update to a previously issued solicitation).
Key Instructions & Submission
- Drawings: Technical drawings are available via SAM.gov. Access requires a DD2345 and will be granted only to the Data Custodian. Contact the buyer POC for access issues.
- Electronic Submissions: Receiving Reports and Invoices must be submitted electronically through PIEE-WAWF.
- OEM Information: If not the manufacturer, offerors must state the OEM (CAGE code) and part number.
- Production Facility Changes: Require Contracting Officer approval and a $250 price reduction for administrative costs.
- Contact: For inquiries, contact ALEXANDER.DAVIES@DLA.MIL.
Additional Notes
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