I/O Cables

Statement of Work (SOW)

This SOW outlines the requirements for providing non-personal services to the Naval Surface Warfare Center Philadelphia Division (NSWCPD) Code 515. The primary goal is to address obsolescence issues with Landing Helicopter Dock and Landing Helicopter Assault (LHD/A) Machinery Control Systems (MCS) by providing re-engineered I/O Cables compatible with modernized VPX chassis designs.

• Provide hardware components to meet or exceed specified requirements for I/O Cables.

• The contract requires the assembly and delivery of 1075 fully assembled I/O Cable sets.

• Each cable assembly includes specific components such as headers, connectors, wires, ferrules, heat-shrink labels, braided sleeve, and electrical tape, with detailed assembly instructions provided.

• The contractor must reference and utilize the latest versions of applicable Navy and DOD issuances.

• Specification documentation for provided hardware is required.

• The contractor shall notify the contracting officer immediately upon determining the unavailability of obsolete materials or components and may recommend solutions.

• Primary place of performance is at the contractor's facility.

• Travel is not applicable.

• Non-Personal Services: The contract explicitly states it is for non-personal services, meaning no employer-employee relationship is created with the U.S. Government.

• Identification: Contractor personnel must identify themselves as such and display distinguishable badges.

• Governmental Functions: Contractor personnel shall not engage in inherently governmental functions.

• Security: Adherence to Operations Security (OPSEC) requirements is mandatory, potentially including the NSWCPD Contractor OPSEC Plan. Protection of Critical Unclassified Information (CUI) and U-NNPI (NOFORN) is required, with specific handling, storage, and destruction protocols detailed.

• Counterfeit Material Prevention: Implementation of steps defined in DFARS 252.246-7007 to minimize the risk of counterfeit parts is required. Use of unauthorized suppliers requires a specific report (CDRL A002).

• Data Requirements: Contract Status Report (CDRL A001) and Technical Report – Study/Services, Unauthorized Supplier Purchase Report (CDRL A002) are required.

• Delivery: All items must be centrally received at NSWC Philadelphia Division, NSLC Detachment, 1601 Langley Ave, Bldg. 542, Philadelphia, PA 19112.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for the procurement of "Fully Assembled I/O Cables" for the Naval Surface Warfare Center Philadelphia Division (NSWCPD). The requirement stems from obsolescence issues with existing hardware/computer software configuration items (HWCI/CSCI) for the LHD/A Machinery Control Systems (MCS) that necessitate a technology refresh. The legacy I/O Cables are no longer compatible with the modernized VPX chassis design, requiring an alternative I/O Cable solution.

• CLIN 0001: 1,075 units of fully assembled I/O Cables.

• Each I/O cable assembly must meet specific dimensional requirements (max 2.422" L, 0.564" W, 1.560" H).

• Components include:

  • 50-position rectangular receptacle connectors (Qty 2)
  • 22 AWG wires with silver-plated copper conductor and PTFE insulation (Qty 100, 8 feet each)
  • 22-20 AWG Polypropylene Plastic, Tin-Plated Copper Insulated Wired Ferrules (Qty 100)
  • Heat-Shrink Wire Labels (Qty 100)
  • Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET) braided sleeve (Qty 2)
  • Glass Cloth Electrical Tape (Qty 1)

• CLIN 0002: Contract Status Report (Not Separately Priced)

• CLIN 0003: Technical Report (Not Separately Priced)

• CLIN 0004: Shipping

• Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price (as indicated in Section B for CLIN 0001 and 0004).

• Period of Performance: Delivery requested by 15 Oct 2026.

• Estimated Value: Not explicitly stated on the cover page, but the document is 73 pages long, indicating a substantial requirement.

• Offer Due Date: 22 Dec 2025, 03:00 PM.

• Proposals are to be submitted electronically via the Procurement Integrated Enterprise Environment (PIEE) Solicitation Module (PSM).

• Evaluation will be based on lowest price and compliance with terms and conditions, with technical acceptability confirmed by compliance with specifications and no exceptions to the RFQ.

• This acquisition is set aside for Small Business.

• NAICS Code: 335931, Size Standard: 600 employees.

• The solicitation incorporates FAR 52.212-1, 52.212-3, and 52.212-4 by reference.

• Applicable documents include Navy and DOD issuances, and NAVSEAINST Library, accessible via provided URLs.

• Security requirements, including OPSEC and handling of Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI), are detailed.

• Place of performance is the contractor's facility.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL) that specifies technical data and reports to be delivered by the contractor. It outlines the requirements for a "Technical Report - Study/Services" related to the LHD/A MCS I/O CABLES system.

• Data Item Number: A002
• Title: TECHNICAL REPORT - STUDY/SERVICES
• Authority: DI-MISC-80508B, SOW 3.0
• Frequency: As required (ASREQ)
• Submission: Due within 30 days of completion of directed study/services for Testing Report - Execution and analysis.
• Format: Submit via electronic mail in a digital format readable by Microsoft Office 2010 applications or Adobe PDF.
• Distribution: Distribution Statement D applies, authorized for U.S. DoD and DoD contractors. Other requests must be referred to Commander, Naval Surface Warfare Center, Philadelphia Division.

This CDRL details a specific deliverable (a technical report) required under the contract. Bidders should note the subject matter of the report (Study/Services related to LHD/A MCS I/O CABLES), the submission deadline (30 days post-completion of study/services), and the required digital format. This information is crucial for understanding the reporting obligations and associated costs if awarded the contract.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document, DD Form 1423-1, is a Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL). It specifies data items required from a contractor as part of a contract. It details the specific data items, their titles, frequency of submission, and distribution requirements.

• Data Item No. A001: Contract Status Report
• Authority: DI-MGMT-81991
• Contract Reference: PWS 3.0
• Frequency: Block 10 Start and end status date same as start and end dates on i-RAPT invoice submission. Block 12 and 13 Submit report same day as submission of each i-RAPT invoice throughout the Period of Performance for this contract/order.
• Distribution Statement B: Authorized to U.S. Government agencies only for contractor performance evaluation.
• Format: Submit via electronic mail in a digital format readable by Microsoft Office 2010 applications (or earlier) or Adobe PDF applications.

This CDRL outlines a specific deliverable, the 'Contract Status Report,' required under the contract. Bidders should note the frequency, submission process (tied to i-RAPT invoices), and required digital format for this report. Understanding these requirements is crucial for planning and fulfilling contractual obligations if awarded.