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 a CABLE ASSEMBLY SPEC. This opportunity requires the manufacture and adherence to specific contract quality requirements, including ISO 9001 standards. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. Proposals are due by April 27, 2026.
Scope of Work
The contract involves the manufacture of a CABLE ASSEMBLY SPEC, adhering to detailed technical specifications and quality assurance protocols. Key requirements include:
- Production of cable assemblies based on specified Cage Code (53711) and reference number (7054312) designs.
- Marking in accordance with MIL-STD-129.
- Configuration control managed under MIL-STD-973, requiring submission of Engineering Change Proposals, Deviations, and Waivers.
- Strict adherence to mercury-free requirements for materials, given the intended use on submarines/surface ships.
- Packaging in accordance with MIL-STD 2073.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation (Fixed-Price inspection of supplies)
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business
- Product Service Code: 6150 (Miscellaneous Electric Power And Distribution Equipment)
- Response Due: April 27, 2026, 8:30 PM Z
- Published: May 4, 2026, 1:19 PM Z
Key Requirements & Quality Assurance
Offerors must maintain a quality system acceptable to the Government, specifically ISO 9001, or MIL-I-45208 if currently in use. The contractor is responsible for all inspection requirements and ensuring compliance with all contract terms. Records of inspection must be kept for four years. Any changes to production facilities require Contracting Officer approval and a $250 price reduction.
Submission & Access
Quotes submitted via EDI must specify any exceptions. Electronic submittal of Receiving Reports and Invoices through PIEE-WAWF is mandatory. Drawings and technical data are available via SAM.gov by searching the solicitation number; access requires a Data Custodian listed on an approved DD2345. Contractors are encouraged to register for EDA at https://piee.eb.mil/ for order/contract viewing and to provide contact information to NAVSUP WSS Mechanicsburg for automated NECO notifications.
Additional Notes
Applicable DLA Procurement Notes include E06 Inspection and Acceptance at Source. Offerors must state the OEM (cage code) and part number if not the manufacturer.