Communication Cable for HGU-55/P Helmet - McConnell AFB
Overview
Buyer
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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 22d Contracting Squadron at McConnell AFB, KS is soliciting proposals for the procurement of 185 Branched Communication Cables (NSN 5995-00-296-8037 or approved equal) for use with the HGU-55/P helmet. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside acquisition, with award based on a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) evaluation. Quotes are due by June 19, 2026, at 12:00 PM CDT.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for 185 each Branched Communication Cables, specifically NSN 5995-00-296-8037 or an approved equal. These cables must be 36 inches in length, feature 2-pin plugs for boom and internal oxygen mask microphones, and include one U-174/U plug for connection to aircraft ports (KC-135 and KC-46). Offerors must confirm they are quoting the exact NSN or provide technical literature for "or equal" items to demonstrate compliance with the Statement of Need (SON) salient characteristics. The contractor's standard commercial warranty will apply. No Class I Ozone Depleting Substances (ODS) are permitted in the test, operation, or maintenance of the system.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- NAICS Code: 334220 (Size Standard: 1250 employees)
- Delivery: FOB Destination, with a mandatory delivery schedule of 30 Days After Date of Contract (ADC) or sooner.
- Place of Performance: Prairie Village, KS 67221
Submission & Evaluation
- Questions Due: June 15, 2026, 12:00 PM CDT, via email to scott.cragle@us.af.mil.
- Quotes Due: June 19, 2026, 12:00 PM CDT, via email to scott.cragle@us.af.mil and wesley.neaves@us.af.mil.
- Evaluation Basis: Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA).
- Factor 1: Price (evaluated for fairness and reasonableness).
- Factor 2: Technical Acceptability (evaluated on an "Acceptable" or "Unacceptable" basis, requiring adherence to SON minimum requirements).
Contact Information
- Primary Point of Contact: Scott Cragle, scott.cragle@us.af.mil, 316-759-2284.
- Secondary Point of Contact: Wesley Neaves, wesley.neaves@us.af.mil, 316-759-4513.