Robotic Wire Harness Manufacturing Machines
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 Department of the Army, specifically W6QK ACC-APG CONT CT TYAD OFC, is conducting a Request for Information (RFI) to identify potential sources for Robotic Wire Harness Manufacturing Machines for Tobyhanna Army Depot, PA. This RFI seeks capabilities for one Prototype/Low-Rate Initial Production (LRIP) machine and one Full Rate Production machine, along with documentation, operating software, and engineering services. Responses are due by February 17, 2026, at 12:00 p.m. EST.
Scope of Work
The requirement includes two distinct robotic wire harness manufacturing machines:
- Prototype/LRIP Machine: Designed for handling various wire types (insulated, stranded, bare, coated, twisted pair, coax, shielded data), terminations (IDC, crimp, poke home, splice), and protection methods (adhesives, potting, tape, films, clips). It has specific mechanical (2.3m x 2.2m x 2.3m, 2000 kg), environmental, electrical (240V, 32A, 50-60 Hz, single phase), and pneumatic parameters.
- Full Rate Production Machine: Possesses similar robotic capabilities but with larger mechanical parameters (5.2m x 3.0m x 3.1m, 6000 kg) and different electrical requirements (400V, 32A, 50-60 Hz, 3 phase).
Common requirements for both machines include:
- Documentation: Operators Manual, Maintenance Manual, Installation Documentation, Training Material.
- Software: Compatible Computer Aided Design (CAD) and Computer Aided Manufacturing (CAM) software.
- Engineering Services: Operator and engineering training, advanced operator training, application engineers, field support, and support equipment modification.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Request for Information (RFI) / Sources Sought
- Purpose: Market research and planning purposes only; does not constitute a solicitation or commitment to award a contract.
- Set-Aside: None specified (market research stage).
- NAICS: 532490 (Other Commercial and Industrial Machinery and Equipment Rental and Leasing)
- PSC: W036 (Lease Or Rental Of Equipment: Special Industry Machinery)
- Response Due: February 17, 2026, 12:00 p.m. EST
- Published: February 11, 2026
Submission Requirements
Interested sources should submit responses electronically to Steven J. Burke (steven.j.burke.civ@army.mil) and cc Deborah Belak (deborah.belak.civ@army.mil). The subject line should be "Robotic Wire Harness Manufacturing Machines." Responses must include:
- Company name, address, Point of Contact, telephone, email, Cage Code, Primary NAICS, Business Size, SAM registration status, and web page address.
- A capabilities statement detailing experience, core competencies, and past performance related to the requirements.
Additional Notes
This RFI is for informational purposes only. Responses will be treated as information and will not be considered proposals. The Government reserves the right to follow up with respondents for additional information. Not responding to this notice does not preclude participation in any future solicitation.