STACKING CABLE
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
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 Department of the Navy, specifically NAVSUP WEAPON SYSTEMS SUPPORT MECH, has issued a solicitation for the manufacture of STACKING CABLE. This opportunity is designated as a Total Small Business Set-Aside. The solicitation outlines detailed requirements for manufacturing, quality assurance, and packaging of the cables, with a focus on adherence to specific drawings and military standards. Proposals are due by March 2, 2026, 9:30 PM EST.
Scope of Work
The contract requires the manufacture of STACKING CABLE according to specified material and physical requirements, primarily based on DRAWING 7138344-2 (53711) REV A. Key aspects include:
- Manufacturing and Design: Must meet material and physical requirements as specified on DRAWING 7138344-2 (53711) REV A.
- Marking: In accordance with applicable Military Standards such as MIL-STD-130, MIL-STD-1285, MIL-STD-454, and MIL-P-15024/5.
- Configuration Control: MIL-STD-973, Paragraph 5.4.8, is incorporated, requiring submission of Engineering Change Proposals, Requests for Deviations, and Waivers.
- Quality Assurance: The Contractor is responsible for all inspection requirements, with Government Source Inspection per FAR 52.246-2 being required. Inspection records must be maintained for 365 days after final delivery.
- Packaging: MIL-STD 2073 applies.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- Product Service Code: 6150 (Miscellaneous Electric Power And Distribution Equipment)
- Response Due: March 2, 2026, 9:30 PM EST
- Published: February 10, 2026
Additional Notes
- Drawings (e.g., 7123520, 7138344) can be viewed or downloaded from SAM.gov by entering the solicitation number.
- Detailed ordering information for referenced documents (e.g., DODSSP, MIL-STDs) is provided within the solicitation.
- Ordnance Document (OD) Controlled Items: Award for items listed on OD36190 will only be made to approved vendors. Substitute items require prior testing and approval, and award will not be delayed for this purpose.