FLEXIBLE BUSBAR

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a solicitation for "FLEXIBLE BUS BAR". The government is procuring this item for delivery to Pearl Harbor Naval Shipyard.

• Two types of flexible bus bars are required:

  • Item 0001: FLEXIBLE BUSBAR, FLEXIBAR ADVANCED 500A, 5 LAYERS, 0.945 inches X 0.039 inches, 236.88KCMIL, 9.843 FT LONG. (Manufacturer's Part Number: 534119)
  • Item 0002: FLEXIBLE BUSBAR, FLEXIBAR ADVANCED 500A, 5 LAYERS, 0.945 INCHES X 0.039 INCHES, 236.88KCMIL, 5 METERS LONG. (MADE TO ORDER (CUSTOM LENGTH)) (Manufacturer's Part Number: 534019L5M)

• Unique item identification is required for items with a unit acquisition cost of $5,000 or more, or as otherwise specified.

• Packaging and marking instructions are provided, requiring specific labeling with contract award number and CLIN.

• Inspection and final acceptance will occur at the destination (Government).

• The contract type is not explicitly stated, but pricing arrangements are "Firm Fixed Price" for both items.

• The period of performance is not fully detailed, but delivery is expected by 17 Apr 2026.

• The estimated value is not stated.

• Offer Due Date: 28 Jan 2026, 09:00 AM.

• Evaluation will be based on Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA).

• Evaluation factors include Price and Technical Capability.

• Quotes must meet material specifications, delivery date, and solicitation instructions.

• A Supplier Risk Report from the Suppliers Performance Risk System (SPRS) will be generated and evaluated for the potential awardee.

• This acquisition is set aside for Small Business.

• The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code is 335999, with a size standard of 600 employees.

• Funds are not presently available for this contract, and the government's obligation is contingent upon the availability of appropriated funds.

• The solicitation incorporates FAR clauses 52.212-1, 52.212-4, and 52.212-5 by reference, along with DFARS clauses.

Other / Unclassified

This document is a "Memorandum to the File" justifying the use of other than full and open competition for an acquisition under the simplified acquisition threshold. It details the specific item being procured, which is a "nVent" brand FLEXIBLE BUSBAR (FLEXIBAR ADAVANCED 500A, 5 LAYERS, 0.945" X 0.039", 236.88KCMIL) in various lengths (5 meters and 9.843 ft). The item is required for use in conjunction with PCM Isolation Switch Enclosures and has a required delivery date of 4/19/2026.

The justification for sole-source procurement is based on the "BRAND NAME" category, as the specific part number is required per Drawing CED 0021 - PCM Isolation Switch Enclosure. The document notes that Portsmouth Naval Shipyard (PNSY) has previously fabricated these switches using this brand name product, and its historical success and the need date make it imperative to use a known successful part to ensure satisfactory material and avoid re-work.

This document indicates that the upcoming procurement for specific flexible busbars will likely be a sole-source acquisition from "nVent" or an authorized distributor, due to brand name requirements tied to a specific drawing and historical successful use at PNSY. Bidders should note that this opportunity may not be open to general competition based on this justification.