MMIII Cable Assembly, Spec
Overview
Buyer
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NAICS
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Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
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) Aviation at Ogden, UT has issued a Solicitation for 19 each of MMIII Cable Assembly, Spec (NSN 6150-01-453-1163, P/N 14161-402-1). This opportunity is a Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) and is open to U.S. Contractors Only. Multiple amendments have extended the response deadline. Proposals are due by June 9, 2026.
Scope of Work
This solicitation requires the supply of 19 units of the specified cable assembly. Key requirements include:
- Item Unique Identification (IUID) and physical item markings per MIL-STD-130.
- First Article (FA) submission for specific items (0001AA, 0001AB, 0001AC, 0001AD) along with a First Article Test Report (CDRL A001).
- Adherence to detailed preservation, packaging, and marking standards, including MIL-STD 2073-1, MIL-STD 129, ASTM-D-3951, ISPM 15, and electrostatic discharge (ESD) control procedures.
- Compliance with supply chain traceability and counterfeit prevention measures, including submission of a Counterfeit Prevention Plan (CDRL A002).
- Manufacturing according to detailed Engineering Data Requirements (EDR) and Engineering Data List (EDL), which provide specifications, parts lists, and drawing references for the cable assembly. Unmarked engineering data is considered export-controlled (Distribution D).
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Solicitation (implied Firm Fixed Price).
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5).
- Published Date: June 8, 2026.
- Proposal Due Date: June 9, 2026.
- Delivery Dates: First Article and Production Delivery dates have been extended to 325 Calendar Days ARO Contract and 325 Calendar Days ARO Approval of FA, respectively.
- Prices offered must be held firm for 120 days. Early and partial deliveries are acceptable.
Evaluation & Submission
Proposals will be evaluated primarily on Price or Cost, with other factors being significantly less important. First Article Approval is a condition for award, with an associated evaluation cost of $1,500.00. Bidders must complete representations and certifications, potentially via SAM. Payment will be processed through Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF). This opportunity is restricted to U.S. Contractors Only.
Contact Information
For inquiries, contact April Blakeley at april.blakeley@us.af.mil.