CABLE,SPECIAL PURPO
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 Department of the Navy, NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support (WSS) Mechanicsburg, has issued a Solicitation for CABLE, SPECIAL PURPOSE. This opportunity is a Total Small Business Set-Aside and seeks qualified vendors to supply specialized cables. Proposals are due by March 23, 2026.
Scope of Work
This solicitation is for the procurement of special purpose cables. Key requirements include adherence to specific technical documentation, quality assurance standards, and packaging instructions. Vendors must review the Individual Repair Part Ordering Data (IRPOD), which is mandatory and available at the BPMI site. Technical documents, drawings, and specifications are accessible via HTTPS://LOGISTICS.UNNPP.GOV/ECOMMERCE, requiring pre-registration and a password.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Solicitation
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business
- Product/Service Code: 6145 (Wire And Cable, Electrical)
- Response Due: March 23, 2026, 8:30 PM UTC
- Published: February 19, 2026
- Quotation Validity: Pricing must be valid for 60 days after the closing date, unless otherwise specified.
Key Requirements & Clauses
- Technical Documentation: In case of conflict, Section C of the contract takes precedence over Section D. A specific order of precedence is defined for technical document conflicts (Amendments > Schedule > Terms & Conditions > IRPOD/MPS > STRs > Drawings > Specifications).
- Quality Assurance: Requirements are detailed in the IRPOD. Contractors must maintain an inspection system and provide a Certificate of Compliance (DI-MISC-81356) at the time of material delivery.
- Packaging: MIL-PRF-23199 and MIL-DTL-24466 green poly bags apply under specific cleanliness controls. Fire retardant packaging is no longer required. MIL-STD 2073 packaging also applies. Packaging labels must reflect IRPOD nomenclature.
- Mercury Exclusion: No mercury or mercury-containing compounds are to be intentionally added or come into direct contact with hardware.
- Waivers/Deviations: Requests for delivery date extensions or non-conformance waivers must be justified and submitted to the Government Quality Assurance Representative (QAR) for review.
- DD Form 1423: Detailed instructions are provided for completing DD Form 1423, including inspection/acceptance codes, distribution statements, and pricing groups for data items.
- Restricted Documents: Requests for "OFFICIAL USE ONLY" and "NOFORN" documents require "need-to-know" certification from the Contracting Officer.
Submission & Contact
Contractual documents are considered "issued" upon deposit in mail, fax, or electronic commerce. For inquiries, contact HAYLEA.E.WINAND.CIV@US.NAVY.MIL or call 7712290101.