Connector, Plug, Elec

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a combined synopsis and solicitation (RFQ) for commercial products or services, specifically "Connectors, Plug, Elec." This is the only solicitation, and no separate written solicitation will be issued. The acquisition is set-aside for small business concerns.

• Item: Connector, Plug, Elec.

• NSN: 5935016193966

• Part Number (P/N): 234-105-46ZL21-41PA

• Quantity: 4 Each (EA)

• Brand Name Justification and Approval (J&A) is attached.

• Product Service Code (PSC): 5935 – Connectors, Electrical.

• North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) Code: 335999 All Other Miscellaneous Electrical Equipment and Component Manufacturing.

• Anticipated award date: 12 June 2026.

• Delivery & Acceptance Location: LETTERKENNY ARMY DEPOT, CHAMBERSBURG, PA.

• Lead Time: To be provided by the offeror.

• F.O.B. Point: Destination.

• Offers are requested via quotation.

• Receipt of quote deadline: 29 May 2026 at 1300 PM Eastern Time.

• Submission method: Email to Contract Specialist Natalie Carmack (natalie.a.carmack2.civ@army.mil) and Contracting Officer Bobie Burkett (bobie.j.burkett.civ@army.mil).

• Evaluation factors: Comparative Analysis: Technical and Price. The government will rank conforming quotations by price and conduct a detailed comparative analysis of the top five (5) lowest-priced quotations to determine the most advantageous offer and best value.

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

• The solicitation incorporates provisions and clauses by reference, accessible at www.acquisition.gov.

• The procurement utilizes solicitation procedures at FAR 12.201-1(c)(1) and combines pre-solicitation notice with RFQ per FAR 12.202(b).

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a "Contracting Officer's Determination Memorandum for Sole Source (Including Brand Name) less than SAT." It serves to justify a sole source purchase for specific items.

• Supplies/Services: Four (4) each Glenair part number 234-105-46ZL21-41PA, Integral to the system.
• Purchase Type: Brand Name Purchase / Sole Source Purchase.
• Justification: The Glenair connectors are specifically engineered for mission-critical applications requiring high reliability and robust performance in harsh environments. They are designed as drop-in replacements for existing military-standard footprints. Non-Glenair products may have a lower initial purchase price but a higher total cost of ownership due to potential data loss, reduced communication range, or complete transmission failure under operational stress. Replacing the specified component would also require a full re-qualification and testing cycle, leading to schedule delays and increased engineering costs.
• Associated NIIN: 5935-016193966.
• Part Numbers: 234-105-46ZL21-41PA, BLG6N21-41PA, and 13646770-19 are associated, with Glenair being the preferred product.

This document indicates that the government intends to procure specific Glenair connectors on a sole source basis, providing the technical justification for this decision. Bidders offering alternative solutions may need to address the specific performance and total cost of ownership concerns outlined in this memorandum.