Cable Set, Databus
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
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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 U.S. Coast Guard (USCG), Aviation Logistics Center (ALC) is soliciting quotations for Cable Set, Databus (Part Number DNT3003/1), required for testing 1553 wiring on C130 aircraft. This is an unrestricted requirement, with an anticipated firm-fixed price purchase order awarded on a sole source basis to the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM), S W Interconnect Inc. (CAGE Code 00HC0). All responsible sources may submit a quotation. Quotations are due by April 27, 2026, at 4:30 p.m. Eastern Time.
Scope of Work
This solicitation is for the procurement of Data Bus Cable Sets, Part Number DNT3003/1, with a National Stock Number (NSN) 4920-99-833-4614. The cables are essential for testing the 1553 wiring of C130 aircraft. A quantity of 2 EA is specified in the Schedule of Supplies. All items must be NEW approved parts and comply with FAA guidelines for airworthiness, utilizing commercial or military specifications.
Contract & Requirements
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed Price Purchase Order.
- OEM Requirement: Only brand-name items from S W Interconnect Inc. (CAGE Code 00HC0) will be considered.
- Traceability: Clear, complete, documented, and auditable traceability to the OEM is mandatory for all items. Non-OEM vendors must provide traceability documentation (e.g., OEM quote) prior to award.
- Certificate of Conformance (COC): Required IAW FAR clause 52.246-15, including NSN, Part Number, Serial Number, and Purchase Order Number.
- Delivery: Requested by July 1, 2026, FOB Destination. Early and partial deliveries are desired.
- Place of Performance: Fort Worth, TX.
Set-Aside & Justification
This is an unrestricted requirement. The USCG intends to award on a sole source basis to S W Interconnect Inc. due to their proprietary rights to the technical data and being the only USCG Engineering approved source capable of manufacturing and distributing the specific Data Bus Cable Set required for the C130 aircraft's specialized test equipment.
Evaluation & Submission
Award will be made to the lowest-priced, technically acceptable offeror, representing the best value. Evaluation factors include Technical Acceptability (pass/fail), Price, and Lead Time. The Government intends to award without discussions, so initial offers should contain the best terms.
- Submission: Email quotations are preferred and should be sent to Jackson.S.Perry@uscg.mil, indicating solicitation number 70Z03826QE0000035 in the subject line.
- Required Documents: Quotations must include pricing via the "Schedule of Supplies" attachment and adhere to the "Terms and Conditions."
- Deadline: April 27, 2026, at 4:30 p.m. Eastern Time.
- Anticipated Award: On or about April 30, 2026.
Key Attachments
- Attachment 1- Schedule of Supplies.xlsx: For pricing submission.
- Attachment 2- Terms and Conditions.pdf: Outlines contractual terms, instructions to offerors, and evaluation criteria.
- Attachment 3- Redacted JA.pdf: Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition.
Contact Information
For questions, contact Jackson Perry at Jackson.S.Perry@uscg.mil.