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 CONNECTOR,PLUG,ELEC components. These are designated as SPECIAL EMPHASIS material (Level I) for crucial shipboard systems, requiring stringent quality control and First Article Testing. Proposals are due March 6, 2026.
Scope of Work
This solicitation covers the manufacture and design of electrical connectors, plugs, and related components, primarily adhering to MIL-DTL-24231. Key requirements include:
- First Article Approval (Government Testing): Destructive testing of one unit is required, following MIL-DTL-24231 Table 1 for Type V Receptacles.
- Material Control: Strict traceability from raw material to certification test reports, with specific marking requirements (MIL-STD-792).
- Quality Assurance: Contractors must maintain a quality system compliant with ISO-9001 (or MIL-I-45208) and calibration system requirements of ISO-10012 (or ANSI-Z540.3/MIL-STD-45662). Submittal of current documented quality system procedures is mandatory prior to award.
- Testing & Certification: Quantitative chemical and mechanical analysis, testing certifications (e.g., Quality Conformance/Compliance Inspection per MIL-DTL-24231, Non-Destructive Tests), and a Certificate of Compliance for Special Emphasis Material are required.
- Welding/Brazing: Procedures and qualification data must be submitted for review and approval prior to any welding/brazing, with specific requirements for consumed weld metal certification.
- Configuration Control: Contractors must maintain total equipment baseline configuration and submit Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs) for Class I or II changes.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation
- Product Service Code: 5935 (Connectors, Electrical)
- Response Due: March 6, 2026, 8:30 PM EST
- Published: February 13, 2026
- Set-Aside: None specified.
Evaluation
NAVSUP WSS Mechanicsburg will evaluate offers considering past performance in accordance with FAR 13.106(a)(2) and DFARS 252.213-7000. Only sources with an acceptable Quality Control Manual are eligible for award.
Additional Notes
- This is a DO rated order certified for national defense use under the Defense Priorities and Allocations System (DPAS).
- Certification data must be submitted via Wide Area Work Flow (WAWF) to Portsmouth Naval Shipyard (Ship to N50286, Inspect by N39040, Accept by N39040).
- Portsmouth NSY's DODAAC has changed from N00102 to N50286.
- Drawings access requires a request on SAM.gov and an email to the Primary POC.