HIGH VOLTAGE RELAY

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 identifies TE Connectivity (Kilovac) or an authorized distributor as the sole source.

This document explains why a specific vendor, TE Connectivity (Kilovac), is being considered as the sole source for the procurement of High Voltage Vacuum Relays (P/N HC 3, Qty. 900). It details the item's description, intended use within the ALQ 184 Rantec HVPS, and the reasons for sole-source justification, which include:

• Brand Name Justification: The relays are critical components, and TE Connectivity (Kilovac) is identified as the only qualified source after previous issues with another manufacturer (Jennings Technology). Full requalification for a new source is costly and time-consuming, estimated to increase total price by 50% and cause significant delays.
• Item Description: The requirement is for 900 High Voltage, TE Connectivity (Kilovac) Vacuum Relays P/N HC 3, with delivery within 315 days LT. These relays are direct replacement parts for eight HV vacuum relays used in ALQ 184 Rantec mid/high band high voltage power supplies.

This information is crucial for potential bidders to understand the rationale behind the sole-source decision and the specific requirements of the procurement.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a sole source solicitation for the acquisition of brand name High Voltage Relays from TE CONNECTIVITY CORPORATION. The Naval Surface Warfare Center (NSWC) Crane has a requirement for these specific relays.

• Procurement of TE CONNECTIVITY CORPORATION HIGH VOLTAGE RELAY.

• Contract type: Firm fixed price, commercial.

• Estimated Value: Not specified.

• Offers shall be e-mailed to Danielle.n.richardson12.civ@us.navy.mil.

• Submission Deadline: 18 JUNE 2026, 3:00 PM Eastern Time.

• Evaluation: All responsible sources may submit a capability statement, which will be considered by the agency. However, the determination not to compete is at the Government's discretion. Information received will be used to determine if a competitive procurement is warranted.

• This is a sole source procurement under the authority of FAR 12.102, as TE CONNECTIVITY CORPORATION is the only responsible source with established proprietary rights.

• Contractors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM).

• Solicitation Number: N0016426Q0184.

• Synopsis exception FAR 5.202(a)(13) applies.

• All changes to the requirement prior to the closing date will be posted on https://sam.gov/. Vendors are responsible for monitoring this site.

• For changes made after the closing date, only offerors who provide a quote will be notified.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for the procurement of High Voltage Relays (HV SPDT). The acquisition is being conducted by NSWC Crane, Warfare Center.

• The primary deliverable is a High Voltage Relay, SPDT, with Manufacturer's Part Number: 3-1618274-6.

• Quantity: 300 units for the base contract (Item 0001).

• Option Line Item 0002: 300 units.

• Option Line Item 0003: 300 units.

• Unique Item Identification (UII) is required for all delivered items, with specific requirements for serialization and data matrix marking.

• Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price.

• Period of Performance: The base contract delivery is within 315 Calendar Days After Receipt of Order (ARO). Option periods are for one year each, starting from the date of award.

• Estimated Value: Not explicitly stated in the provided pages.

• Offer Due Date: June 18, 2026, at 03:00 PM.

• Evaluation Criteria: Low Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) based on Delivery and Past Performance.

  • Delivery: Quoters must meet the required delivery schedule (315 days ARO) to be deemed technically acceptable.
  • Past Performance: Evaluated using the Supplier Performance Risk System (SPRS), focusing on summary reports, supplier risk scores, and item/price risk.

• A responsive quote requires a signed SF 1449, completed 52.211-8 (Time of Delivery), entered pricing on all CLINs, a completed Technical Evaluation Matrix, a current SAM.gov account, and must be a 100% small business.

• This acquisition is set aside for Small Business.

• NAICS Code: 335314 (Size Standard: 750 employees).

• All deliveries and inspections will occur at NSWC Crane, Indiana.

• Payment instructions will be processed through the Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF) system.

• Offerors must comply with various FAR and DFARS clauses, including those related to subcontracting limitations, item unique identification, and cybersecurity.