CCA,RS-422/RS-232
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 MECH) has issued a sole source solicitation for CCA,RS-422/RS-232, a critical Fly-By-Wire (FBW) Submarine Flight Critical Component (SFCC). This opportunity is for a specific vendor to supply material essential for crucial shipboard systems, requiring stringent quality and configuration control. The response date is May 28, 2026.
Scope of Work
This requirement is for the supply of CCA,RS-422/RS-232 components, designated as FBW SFCCs. The material will be used in crucial shipboard systems and requires adherence to strict control procedures. Key aspects include:
- Item Identification: Must conform to specific standards (e.g., 96169 EB-4847).
- Electrostatic Discharge Control: Compliance with MIL-STD-1686.
- Configuration Control: Contractor must maintain equipment baseline, provide drawings in C4 format, and submit Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs) for Class I or II changes. Waivers/Deviations require SPM/PCO approval.
- Mercury Free: Materials must not contain mercury.
- Quality System: Must comply with MIL-I-45208, MIL-Q-9858, ISO9001:2008 (or acceptable alternates), and calibration system requirements (MIL-STD-45662, ISO10012, ANSI-Z540.3). Government Quality Assurance at source is required.
- Traceability & Certification: Imperative for FBW SCS SFCC systems, requiring permanent material traceability codes, 100% inspection, and comprehensive certification test reports (DI-MISC-80678).
- Material Handling & Marking: Specific procedures for segregation, control tags, and marking with Special Material Identification Codes (SMIC) and Material Identification and Control (MIC) Numbers.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation (Sole Source)
- Set-Aside: None specified (due to sole source nature)
- Product Service Code: 5998 - Electrical And Electronic Assemblies; Boards, Cards, And Associated Hardware
- Response Due: May 28, 2026, 8:30 PM EDT
- Published: June 9, 2026 (Note: Published date is after response date)
Key Requirements
Suppliers must provide a documented quality system, maintain records of inspections and tests, and ensure subcontractor compliance. All contractual documents are considered "issued" upon deposit in mail, facsimile, or electronic transmission.
Contact Information
For inquiries, contact Holly J. Smith at holly.j.smith39.civ@us.navy.mil or 717-605-1470.