Case Connector Casting

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation (RFQ RP 1031780691) for commercial products or services, specifically the "Case Connector Casting." This announcement serves as the sole solicitation; no separate written solicitation will be issued.

• Item: Case Connector Casting (UNICOR Part # BSE0100, D,A3018228-1,5895012250518)

• Quantity: 2,500 units (ea)

• Specifications: Must meet attached drawings and mil-spec requirements (DWG#A3018228-1, REV-H).

• Delivery Location: HAZELTON ELECTRONICS, 1640 SKY VIEW DRIVE, BRUCETON MILLS, WV 26525

• Required Delivery Date: July 1, 2026

• Submission: Offers must be signed, dated, and submitted by the specified deadline. Minimum required information includes solicitation number, offeror's name/address/phone, Unique Entity Identifier (UEI), and responses to required provisions and certifications.

• Evaluation: Offers will be evaluated based on past performance and technical factors, which are considered significantly more important than price. Adherence to the Statement of Work is a key technical factor. Past performance will be assessed on quality, on-time delivery, adherence to shipping instructions, and performance within the last three years.

• Award: The government intends to award without discussions. The offeror agrees to hold prices firm for 60 calendar days.

• This acquisition is set-aside for small business concerns.

• The solicitation incorporates numerous provisions and clauses by reference, accessible at www.acquisition.gov. Key provisions include 52.212-1 (Instructions to Offerors) and 52.212-2 (Evaluation—Commercial Products and Commercial Services), both with deviations. Provision 52.229-11 (Tax on Certain Foreign Procurements) is also included.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a technical drawing (DWG NO. A3018174) for a "CASE-CONNECTOR-CASTING". It provides detailed specifications, dimensions, and tolerances for the manufacturing of this casting.

• Material: Aluminum Alloy 380 per QQ-A-591.
• Finish: Chemically applied or plated finishes are included.
• Dimensions & Tolerances: Specified in millimeters, with tolerances detailed for decimal dimensions (e.g., X.XX ±0.25, X.X ±0.50) and angular dimensions.
• Manufacturing Notes: Includes requirements for allowable flash, cast surfaces, correlated datums, pressure-tight application, impregnation, draft angles, fillet radii, edge radii, die shift, and surface treatments.
• Parting Line & Ejector Pin Locations: To be approved by the contractor.
• Machining Stock: Surfaces indicated have stock allowed for subsequent machining.
• Markings: Specific requirements for raised characters (style, size, location).
• Standards: Conformance to ANSI Y14.5-1973 for dimensioning and tolerancing, and MIL-STD-276 for impregnation.
• Specifications: Casting shall conform to Class 4, Grade C per MIL-C-6021 and meet requirements of Specification 8159378.

This drawing is critical for any bidder intending to manufacture or supply the "CASE-CONNECTOR-CASTING". It defines all the technical requirements, material specifications, and quality standards that must be met. Bidders must carefully review these details to ensure accurate quoting and production.

Specification / Standard

This document, MIL-DTL-14072F, establishes the detail specification for finishes for ground-based electronic equipment. It is approved for use by the Department of the Army and all Departments and Agencies of the Department of Defense. The specification covers requirements for finishes necessary to protect ground electronic equipment from the deteriorating effects of climatic conditions encountered in military use.

• Scope: Defines requirements for finishes to protect ground electronic equipment from military climatic conditions.
• Applicable Documents: Lists numerous Federal Specifications, Department of Defense Specifications, and Non-Government publications (ASTM, IPC, MPI, SAE) that form part of this document.
• Requirements: Details general requirements for finishes, including selection, materials, substitution, and operations prior to application (e.g., cut edges, defect repair, masking, cleaning, blasting).
• Paint Finishes: Specifies requirements for paint finishes, including basic paint finishes (P numbers), final paint films (Tables I and II), color selection (FED-STD-595), and specific conditions for application.
• Plated Finishes: Outlines requirements for plated finishes (M numbers) for various alloys, including plating thickness, hydrogen embrittlement relief, and applicable specifications.
• Other Finishes: Covers finishes or processes other than painting or plating (E numbers).
• Electrical Conductivity: Provides information on the electrical conductivity of passivated finishes.
• Intermetallic Couples: Addresses the compatibility of dissimilar metals in contact to prevent galvanic corrosion.
• Finish Selection: Provides guidance and tables for selecting appropriate finishes based on the class of part, conditions affecting finish selection, and exposure type.
• Inspection & Verification: Details inspection classifications (surveillance, first article, conformance) and methods for verifying compliance with finish requirements.
• Packaging: Outlines general packaging requirements.
• Notes: Includes intended use, acquisition requirements, and cross-references for discontinued finishes.

This document is a specification that defines requirements for finishes. Bidders would need to ensure their proposed products or services comply with these detailed finish requirements as specified in the solicitation or contract.

Not applicable to this document, as it specifies technical requirements for finishes, not procurement set-asides.

• This specification is intended for use as a subsidiary document to specifications and drawings.
• Contact information for questions is provided, with a recommendation to verify currency via the ASSIST Online database.
• Distribution is approved for public release and is unlimited.