Cable Drive Unit (CDU) Parts

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a combined synopsis and solicitation for commercial items to procure fabricated Cable Drive Units (CDUs) on a Firm Fixed Price (FFP) basis. The requirement is being solicited as a 100% Small Business Set Aside. The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) Code is 332710 – Machine Shops, with a Small Business Size Standard of 500 employees. This solicitation will be posted for less than fifteen (15) days.

• The core requirement is for fabricated Cable Drive Unit (CDU) parts, detailed by Contract Line-Item Numbers (CLINs).

• Specific parts include Cable Pulleys, Cable Drive Pushers, and various Pulley Supports (No. 2, No. 23, No. 24, No. 3).

• Government drawings are required and will be supplied upon request via specific instructions.

• Contract Data Requirements Lists (CDRLs) are included and are Not Separately Priced (NSP).

• The contract will be Firm Fixed Price (FFP).

• The solicitation includes CLINs for the base year and four option years.

• Required deliveries are FOB destination NUWCDIVNPT Newport, RI.

• Anticipated award month is April 2026.

• Offerors must submit quotes electronically via email.

• Award will be made to the Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) offeror.

• Technical Capability submission requirements include:

  • Identification of equipment for manufacture and inspection.
  • Major process steps for manufacture, including annealing.
  • Submission of up to three recent, relevant similar performance references (max two pages each).
  • Government will consider past performance from the Supplier Performance Risk System (SPRS).

• Quotes must include item prices, shipping costs, delivery terms, delivery lead times, point of contact, Contractor CAGE Code, and Contractor SAM Unique Entity ID.

• Quotes must have a validity date of no less than 90 days.

• This requirement is a 100% Small Business Set Aside.

• Offerors must have an active registration in SAM at the time of quote submission.

• Access to technical specification drawings requires an active Joint Certification Program (JCP) certification and a valid DD2345.

• Offerors must have a summary level score of a NIST SP 800-171 DoD Assessment not more than three (3) years old from the date of the solicitation, posted in SPRS.

• The Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) level required is Level 2 (Self).

• The document is designated as Distribution Statement D/Export Controlled.

• Incorporated FAR and DFARS clauses and provisions are listed, including those related to cybersecurity and CMMC.

• A Unique Item Identifier (UID) is required for delivered items with a unit acquisition cost of $5,000.00 or more.

• Payment will be via Wide Area Workflow (WAWF).

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a TAHE Facility Quality Provisions Receipt Inspection Report (TAHEF-Form-No. 008 Rev C). It details the requirements for receiving inspection of a specific part.

• Part Number: 8-52-159M-1
• Part Nomenclature: OK-276 CDU CABLE DRIVE PUSHER, REV B
• Work Order: W05238
• Quantity: 5
• Required Documentation: Certificate of Compliance, Mercury Free Statement, Certificate of Analysis of raw material, Domestically Sourced Material certification, Product Identification, and Process Certification.
• Specific Material Requirements: Material must be Corrosion Resisting Steel Class 303, Cond. A, per ASTM A582/A582M.
• Marking Requirements: Part number 32386/8-52-159M-1 #21 per MIL-STD-130.
• CDRLs: COC (A001), Mercury Free Certification (A002), Certificate of Analysis (A003), and Domestically Sourced (A004).

This report outlines the specific quality documentation and material certifications required for the part "OK-276 CDU CABLE DRIVE PUSHER" under Work Order W05238. Bidders supplying this part must ensure they can provide all listed documentation and meet the material and marking specifications to pass receipt inspection.

Other / Unclassified

This document is ASTM A582/A582M-22, a standard specification for free-machining stainless steel bars. It covers hot-finished or cold-finished bars suitable for machining processes, including rounds, squares, and hexagons. The specification details chemical composition requirements, mechanical test requirements (hardness), and general manufacturing and material requirements.

This standard is relevant to bidders who may be required to supply free-machining stainless steel bars. It outlines the specific technical requirements, material properties, and testing that the supplied bars must meet. Bidders should review the chemical composition (Table 1), condition options (Table 2), and hardness requirements (Table 3) to ensure their offerings comply with this specification. The document also references other ASTM standards that may contain additional requirements.

Forms / Attachments / Pricing Sheets

This document is a Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL) detailing various data items required for a contract. It specifies the type of data, its purpose, and submission requirements.

• Data Item Numbers: A001 through A005 are listed.
• Titles of Data Items: These include "CERTIFICATE OF COMPLIANCE" (for A001, A002, A003, A004), "MERCURY FREE CERTIFICATION" (for A002), "CERTIFICATE OF ANALYSIS" (for A003), "DOMESTICALLY SOURCED MATERIAL" (for A004), and "TECHNICAL REPORT - STUDY/SERVICES" (for A005).
• Contract Information: The contract/PR number is 1301329311, and the system/item is 276 CDU.
• Requiring Office: NPT-15-NUWC.
• Distribution Statement: Statement D applies, authorizing distribution to DoD and U.S. DoD contractors only, with critical technology restrictions. Other requests must be referred to Naval Undersea Warfare Center, Newport Division.
• Submission: Data sheets are to be submitted upon completion of each delivered batch.

This CDRL outlines specific documentation deliverables required from the contractor. Bidders must understand these requirements to accurately price and plan for proposal submission, as failure to provide these data items could impact contract performance and payment.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a TAHE Facility Quality Provisions Receipt Inspection Report. It outlines the required documentation and quality provisions that must be adhered to for the receipt and inspection of manufactured parts.

• Part Number: 8-52B-48M
• Part Nomenclature: OK-276 CDU Pulley Support Post #23
• Work Order: W05238
• Quantity: 5
• Required Documentation: Certificate of Compliance, Mercury Free Statement, Certificate of Analysis of raw material, Domestically Sourced Material certification, Product Identification, and Process Certification.
• Specific Requirements: Details on marking, heat treatment, plating (IAW SAE AMS-C-26074), and masking are provided in the enclosures.
• Included Documentation: References to ASME B46.1-2019, SAE AMS-C-26074D, and MIL-STD-130N are listed.

This report specifies the quality documentation and certifications required from the vendor for the manufactured part. Bidders must ensure they can provide all listed certifications and comply with the specified manufacturing and inspection requirements to be considered for this opportunity.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a TAHE Facility Quality Provisions Receipt Inspection Report (TAHEF-Form-No. 008 Rev C). It details the required quality documentation and information that must be provided and adhered to for the receipt inspection of manufactured items.

• Part Number: 8-52B-420
• Part Nomenclature: OK-276 CDU Puller Support Post #2.
• Quantity: 25
• Required Documentation (CDRLs):
  • Certificate of Compliance (A001)
  • Mercury Free Statement (A002)
  • Certificate of Analysis of raw material (A003)
  • Domestically Sourced Material certification (A004)
  • Product Identification (stamping per MIL-STD-130N)
  • Process Certification (A005)
  • Special Packaging Requirements
• Specific Instructions:
  • Stamp part with 32386/8-52B-420 IAW Drawing Note 6 per MIL-STD-130.
  • Plate and heat treat IAW Drawing Note 8, with specific masking requirements.
  • Mercury Free certification is required; ROHS is only acceptable for electronic components.
  • Raw material must be domestically sourced or from a qualified country per DFARS Part 225.

This form outlines the critical quality assurance requirements and documentation that must be submitted with the manufactured product. Bidders must ensure they can meet all specified certifications, material sourcing, identification, and processing requirements to successfully pass receipt inspection. Failure to provide the required documentation may result in rejection.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a TAHE Facility Quality Provisions Receipt Inspection Report (RIR) for a "New Manufacture" item. It outlines the required documentation and quality provisions that must be provided and adhered to by the vendor for the "OK-276 CDU Pulley Support Post #3".

• Part Number: 8-52B-50M
• Drawing Number: 8-52B-50M_32386_FN_H
• Work Order: W05238
• Quantity: 5
• Required Documentation:
  • Certificate of Compliance (COC)
  • Mercury Free Statement
  • Certificate of Analysis (CoA) of raw material
  • Domestically Sourced Material certification
  • Product Identification (marking)
  • Process Certification
• Special Packaging Requirements: To protect parts during handling and transportation.
• Enclosure Notes: Specific instructions for marking, heat treatment, plating (SAE-C-AMS-26074), and masking of specific features.
• CDRLs: COC (A001), Mercury Free Certification (A002), CoA (A003), Domestically Sourced (A004), and Process Certification (A005).

This form details the specific quality documentation and certifications required for the "OK-276 CDU Pulley Support Post #3" part. Vendors must ensure they can provide all listed documentation and meet the specified requirements, including those outlined in the enclosure notes, to successfully deliver the product and pass inspection. It also specifies the quantity required (5 units).

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a TAHE Facility Quality Provisions Receipt Inspection Report (Form No. 008 Rev C). It details the requirements for documentation and verification that must be provided by a vendor for a "Purchasing - New Manufacture" item, specifically "OK-276 CDU Pulley Support Post #24" (Part Number 8-52B-49M).

• Required Documentation: Vendors must provide a Certificate of Compliance, Mercury Free Statement, Certificate of Analysis of raw material, Product Identification, and Process Certification.
• Specific Requirements: Items must be manufactured in accordance with applicable instructions and specifications. Mercury-containing compounds are not permitted. Raw material must be domestically sourced per DFARS Part 225. Parts must have identification and associated tags.
• Enclosure Notes: Specific instructions are provided in Enclosure Notes regarding marking (MIL-STD-130), heat treatment and plating (SAE AMS-C-26074), and omission of certain items from assembly.
• CDRLs: The report lists required Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL) items including Certificate of Compliance (A001), Mercury Free Certification (A002), Certificate of Analysis (A003), Domestically Sourced (A004), and Process Certification (A005).

This form outlines the critical quality documentation and certifications required for the "OK-276 CDU Pulley Support Post #24" to be accepted. Bidders must ensure they can provide all listed documentation and meet the specified manufacturing, material, and processing requirements to be compliant with this inspection report.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a TAHE Facility Quality Provisions Receipt Inspection Report (TAHEF-Form-No. 008 Rev C). It details the required documentation and quality provisions for the receipt inspection of purchased "New Manufacture" items, specifically "OK-276 CDU CABLE PULLEY (PUSHER STATIONS) #21".

• Part Number: 8-52-142M-1
• Drawing Number: 8-52-142M_32386_FN_C
• Work Order: W05238
• Quantity: 6
• Required Documentation:
  • Certificate of Compliance (COC)
  • Mercury Free Statement
  • Certificate of Analysis (CoA) for raw material
  • Domestically Sourced Material certification
  • Product Identification (marking)
  • Process Certification
  • Special Packaging Requirements
• Specific Enclosure Notes:
  • Note 1: Material must be Corrosion Resisting Steel Class 15-5PH.COND.A per SAE AMS5659.
  • Note 2: Part marking per MIL-STD-130.
  • Note 3: Heat treat documentation required.
  • Omit Lubri-Bond spray from Drawing Note 6.
• CDRLs (Contract Data Requirements List): COC, Mercury Free Certification, CoA, Domestically Sourced, and Process Certification.

This report outlines the critical quality documentation and certifications required for the "OK-276 CDU CABLE PULLEY" part. Bidders supplying this item must ensure they can provide all listed certifications and meet the material, marking, and processing requirements specified in the enclosures and referenced standards to pass receipt inspection.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a Vendor Information Request (VIR) form used to resolve technical questions or problems involving Towed Array Handling Equipment Facility (TAHEF) work orders. It requires input from both the vendor and the TAHEF.

• Vendor Sections (Blocks 2-18): Includes supplier name/address, material nomenclature, part number, status of part, description of issue, cause of nonconformance, recommended corrective action and disposition, technical justification, delivery and cost impact, and contact information.
• TAHEF Sections (Blocks 1, 19-25): Includes VIR number, date, VIR POC, logistical acceptability, technical acceptability, final disposition, and response to vendor.
• Instructions: Detailed instructions are provided for both the vendor and TAHEF on how to complete each section.

This form is used to communicate specific technical questions or non-conformances related to parts or services. Bidders may be required to complete sections of this form to provide necessary information for the government to resolve issues, approve substitutions, or address problems with procured items or services. It is crucial for bidders to understand the information required in sections 2-18 to ensure timely and accurate responses.

Other / Unclassified

This document is ASME B46.1-2019, an international standard titled "Surface Texture (Surface Roughness, Waviness, and Lay)". It was developed by The American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) and approved by the American National Standards Institute.

This standard provides definitions, terminology, and procedures related to the measurement and specification of surface texture. It is relevant to bidders who need to understand or comply with surface texture requirements specified in solicitations or statements of work. The document details various methods for measuring surface texture, including profiling, area profiling, and area averaging techniques. It also covers instrument classifications, filtering methods, and parameters used to characterize surface texture. Understanding this standard is crucial for accurately interpreting and meeting surface finish specifications on engineering drawings and for ensuring the proper functioning and appearance of manufactured components.

Other / Unclassified

This document is MIL-STD-130N with Change 1, titled "Identification Marking of U.S. Military Property." It establishes the criteria and methods for marking items of military property to ensure unique identification throughout their lifecycle. It covers various marking techniques, including machine-readable information (MRI) and human-readable information (HRI), and details requirements for item identification, unique item identification (IUID), and specific marking protocols.

This standard is crucial for any bidder whose contract involves the marking of U.S. military property. It outlines the specific requirements for how items must be marked, including the types of data to be included (e.g., manufacturer identification, part numbers, unique identifiers), the acceptable marking methods (e.g., Data Matrix symbols, bar codes, free text), and the quality standards for these marks. Understanding this standard is essential for ensuring compliance with contract specifications related to item identification, traceability, and asset management. Bidders should pay close attention to the sections on IUID, marking protocols, and specific requirements for different item types (parts, units, assemblies) to accurately bid and fulfill contract obligations.

Specification / Standard

This document, SAE AMS-C-26074D, specifies the requirements for electroless (autocatalytic chemical reduction) deposition of nickel-phosphorous alloy coatings on metal and composite surfaces. It has been "STABILIZED" and will no longer be subjected to periodic reviews, with users responsible for verifying its suitability and considering newer technologies. The document supersedes previous versions and is technically equivalent to AMS2404.

• Materials: Applicable to iron, copper, aluminum, nickel, cobalt, beryllium, titanium, and their alloys. Steel parts with tensile strength over 220,000 psi require procuring activity approval for coating.

• Precoating Procedures: Includes degreasing, cleaning, acid pickling, and hardness measurement for steel parts. Stress relief heat treatment and shot peening are required for certain steel parts.

• Coating Properties:

  • Classes: Defined by post-plating thermal treatment (Class 1: As plated, Class 2: Heat treated for hardness, Class 3: Aluminum alloys for adhesion, Class 4: Heat-treatable aluminum alloys for adhesion).
  • Grades: Defined by thickness (Grade A: 0.0010 inch min, Grade B: 0.0005 inch min, Grade C: 0.0015 inch min).
  • Adhesion: Must meet ASTM B 571 requirements.
  • Corrosion Resistance: Grade A (aluminum) and Grade C (iron) coatings must show no visual corrosion.

• Postcoating Procedures: Includes hydrogen embrittlement relief bake, heat treatments for specific classes, and identification marking if specified.

• Contractors are responsible for inspection unless otherwise specified.

• Quality conformance inspections include sampling plans for visual examination, thickness, hydrogen embrittlement relief, adhesion, and hardness.

• Methods of inspection include microscopic and nondestructive instrumental methods for thickness, adhesion tests, hardness tests (Vickers, Knoop), embrittlement relief tests, and corrosion tests (salt-spray).

• Provides hard and smooth surfaces.

• Protects parts from oxidation, corrosion, and wear.

• Facilitates soldering with aluminum electronic devices and brazing with stainless steel.

• Procurement documents should specify the specification title, number, date, class, grade, heat treatment, and any required DODISS issues.

Other / Unclassified

This document is Aerospace Material Specification AMS5659T, Revision T, which supersedes AMS5659S. It specifies requirements for corrosion-resistant steel in the form of bars, wire, forgings, flash welded rings, and extrusions. The material is a 15Cr - 4.5Ni - 0.30Cb (Nb) - 3.5Cu alloy, consumable electrode remelted, and is precipitation hardenable.

This specification details the technical requirements for a specific type of steel alloy. Bidders involved in procuring or supplying materials for aerospace applications, particularly those requiring corrosion resistance and high strength up to 600 °F (316 °C), would need to adhere to this standard. It outlines:

• Forms: Bars, wire, forgings, flash welded rings, and extrusions.
• Composition: Specific percentages for elements like Chromium, Nickel, Copper, etc.
• Condition: Primarily solution heat treated, with options for precipitation heat treatment to specific conditions (e.g., H900, H1025).
• Properties: Requirements for tensile strength, yield strength, elongation, reduction of area, and hardness.
• Quality Assurance: Provisions for inspection, testing (acceptance and periodic), sampling, and reporting.
• Applicable Documents: References to other SAE and ASTM standards that must be followed.

Vendors must ensure their products meet these detailed material specifications, including chemical composition, mechanical properties, and quality standards, to be considered compliant.