CONNECTOR,PLUG,ELEC
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 Mechanicsburg, is soliciting for Electrical Connectors (CONNECTOR,PLUG,ELEC), specifically MIL-DTL-24231 Type V pressure proof fittings (M24231/14-004). This is a critical requirement for shipboard systems, designated as SPECIAL EMPHASIS material, where failure could lead to serious injury or loss of vital systems. Proposals are due March 20, 2026.
Scope of Work
This opportunity requires the manufacture and delivery of electrical connectors meeting MIL-DTL-24231 specifications. Key aspects include:
- First Article Testing (FAT): Mandatory destructive testing of one unit at Portsmouth Naval Shipyard.
- Quality Control: Adherence to ISO-9001 (or MIL-I-45208) quality systems, with strict calibration requirements (ISO-10012/ANSI-Z540.3 or MIL-STD-45662).
- Material Traceability: Comprehensive traceability and certification for all materials, including quantitative chemical and mechanical analysis, per DI-MISC-81020.
- Welding/Brazing: Procedures and qualification data must be submitted for approval prior to any welding.
- Certifications: Extensive certifications are required, including a Certificate of Compliance for Special Emphasis Material and test certifications (DI-MISC-80678).
- Mercury-Free: All materials must be free of mercury and mercury-containing compounds.
Contract Details
- Type: Solicitation
- Product Service Code: 5935 (Connectors, Electrical)
- Set-Aside: None specified.
- Response Due: March 20, 2026, 8:30 PM EDT.
- Published Date: March 4, 2026.
- Delivery: Final material delivery is 365 days after the contract's effective date. Certification data is due 20 days prior to scheduled delivery.
Key Requirements & Evaluation
- Eligibility: Only offerors with an acceptable Quality Control Manual are eligible.
- Past Performance: Will be considered in evaluation per FAR 13.106(a)(2) and DFARS 252.213-7000.
- Government Quality Assurance: Government Source Inspection (GSI) will be performed by DCMA QARs at the source.
- Subcontractor Management: Prime contractors must ensure subcontractor compliance with quality and traceability requirements.
- WAWF Submissions: Certification data must be submitted via Wide Area Work Flow (WAWF) to Portsmouth Naval Shipyard (Ship to N50286, Inspect by N39040, Accept by N39040). Email notifications to PORT_PTNH_WAWF_NOTIFICATION@NAVY.MIL. No material can be shipped prior to WAWF acceptance.
- DPAS Rating: This is a DO rated order for national defense use.
Additional Notes
Access to drawings must be requested on SAM.gov, followed by an email to the Primary POC. Offerors should review specific CDRL exclusions and modifications detailed in the solicitation.