Fiber Optic Material
Overview
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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 Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Maritime - Norfolk is soliciting quotes for Fiber Optic Material, including various plugs and receptacles, under a Combined Synopsis/Solicitation. This requirement is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. Quotes are due by April 14, 2026, at 12:00 PM EST.
Scope of Work
This solicitation seeks new fiber optic material, specifically detailed in the "REQUIREMENT DESCRIPTION TABLE" and "CLIN" sections of the attached document. Items include MQJ 8FO PLUGS and ITAR C/A MQJ 8FO (PLUG) components, with specific part numbers (e.g., 1535128-101) and manufacturer information (Teledyne Marine). The requirement is for new, not refurbished or used, items.
Contract Details
- Opportunity Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (FAR Part 13, Simplified Acquisition Procedures)
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- Product Service Code (PSC): 6020 (Fiber Optic Cable Assemblies And Harnesses)
- NAICS Code: 335921
- Place of Performance: Portsmouth, VA 23709, United States
- Required Deliver Date (RDD): January 15, 2026
- Shipping Term: FOB Destination
- Payment: WAWF PAID BY DFAS (vendors must have a WAWF account)
Submission & Evaluation
Quotes will be evaluated on a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) basis. Technical acceptability requires vendors to confirm capability to meet all specifications, provide lead times, a complete list of supplies, and manufacturer/country of origin. Price reasonableness requires a detailed breakdown.
- Eligibility: Quoting vendors must be registered in SAM and qualify as a small business.
- Quote Format: Word, Excel, or Adobe PDF.
- Quote Content: Price(s), point of contact, business size, CAGE Code, and payment terms. Quotes must be valid for a minimum of 30 calendar days.
Deadlines & Contact
- Questions Due: April 10, 2026, 3:00 PM EST
- Quotes Due: April 14, 2026, 12:00 PM EST
- Submission Email: latoya.watson@dla.mil
- Primary Contact: Latoya Watson (latoya.watson@dla.mil, 757-396-8009)