Custom Cables
SOL #: FA830726QB008Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview
Buyer
DEPT OF DEFENSE
Dept Of The Air Force
FA8307 AFLCMC HNCK C3IN
SAN ANTONIO, TX, 78243-7007, United States
Place of Performance
San Antonio, TX
NAICS
Other Electronic Component Manufacturing (334419)
PSC
Cable, Cord, And Wire Assemblies: Communication Equipment (5995)
Set Aside
Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)
Original Source
Timeline
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Posted
Jan 13, 2026
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Submission Deadline
Feb 6, 2026, 6:00 PM
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 U.S. Air Force Life Cycle Management Center (AFLCMC/HNCK) is issuing a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for Custom Cables (NSN 5995-01-496-3703CS / PN FL51242-5). This is a 100% Set-Aside for Small Business under Simplified Acquisition Procedures, aiming for a Firm Fixed Price purchase order. Quotes are due by February 6, 2026, at 1200 PM CST.
Scope of Work
The Air Force seeks to acquire 570 units of custom cables. Key requirements include:
- Item: NSN 5995-01-496-3703CS, PN FL51242-5
- Delivery: 120 Days ARO (After Receipt of Order) or best proposed schedule.
- Inspection/Acceptance: Destination
- FOB: Destination
- Packaging: IAW Commercial ASTM D3951, with specific instructions detailed in AFMC Form 158. Detailed technical data and drawings are not available from the Government.
- Marking: As per MIL-STD-129 and ISPM 15 for wood packaging.
- Payment: Electronically through WAWF.
- Prices: Valid for 30 days.
Contract Details
- Solicitation Type: Request for Quotation (RFQ)
- Solicitation Number: FA8307-26-Q-B008
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price purchase order
- Acquisition Method: Simplified Acquisition Procedures (FAR Part 13)
- Set-Aside: 100% Set-Aside for Small Business
- NAICS Code: 334419 (Size Standard: 750 Employees)
- Issuing Office: AFLCMC/HNCK, Joint Base San Antonio (JBSA)-Lackland TX
Evaluation and Submission
Award will be made to the responsible offeror whose quote represents the best value based on technical capability/acceptability and price.
- Quotes Due: February 6, 2026, at 1200 PM CST
- Submission: Email quotes to Victor Quiroz (victor.quiroz@us.af.mil) and Rachel Sexton (rachel.sexton@us.af.mil).
- Required Information: Offerors must provide payment terms, government discount (if any), company name, CAGE Code, Point of Contact, telephone number, and email address.
- SAM Registration: Required prior to award.
Important Notes
- An AFLCMC Ombudsman is available for concerns (email: ASCA@us.af.mil, phone: 937-255-5512).
- Attachments: DD Form 1653 (Transportation Data) and AFMC Form 158 (Packaging Instructions) are included. Bidders must review these for specific transportation, packaging, and marking requirements.
People
Points of Contact
Victor QuirozPRIMARY
Ms. Rachel J. SextonSECONDARY
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Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Posted: Jan 13, 2026