Solicitation for Cable Assembly, Spec - NSN: 6150-01-578-0469

Amendment / Modification

• The Offer Due Date for Solicitation W912CH-25-R-0081 has been extended from April 10, 2026, to April 24, 2026.

• Solicitation W912CH-25-R-0081, specifically the Offer Due Date.

• The deadline for submitting offers has been extended to April 24, 2026.

Amendment / Modification

• Minimum Quantity Update: The minimum quantity for "Cable Assembly, Spec." has been updated from 16 each to 136 each.

• Minimum 5-Year Quantity Update: The minimum 5-year quantity for the contract has been updated from 25 each to 136 each.

• Offer Due Date Extension: The offer due date has been extended from April 3, 2026, to April 10, 2026.

• Section A, Narrative A.3.2 (Minimum and Maximum Quantity of Supplies)

• Section B, Narrative A001 (Minimum 5-Year Quantity)

• Solicitation Offer Due Date

• The proposal submission deadline has been extended to April 10, 2026.

• Potential bidders should ensure their offers reflect the updated minimum quantities.

Questions & Answers / Clarifications

This document provides responses to vendor questions regarding solicitation W912CH-25-R-0081.

• First Delivery Order Quantity: The first order is anticipated to be a total of 136 Each (EA).
• Quantity Range Discrepancy: A discrepancy was noted between Section A.3.2 (16 min to 408 max) and Section B (25 min to 408 max) regarding the quantity range. Bidders should refer to Amendment 0001 for clarification.
• Technical Data Availability: In response to a query about missing technical data for quotation preparation, the government confirmed that all documents were provided in the full TPP (Technical Data Package) in ePDM. Bidders should reference the Attachments tab under TPP-EH4L0361EH. The TDP.zip file contains drawings, specifications, quality, and special packaging instructions, along with Procurement Package Input forms detailing additional requirements.

This Q&A document clarifies specific details about delivery quantities and the availability of technical data. Bidders must consult Amendment 0001 for definitive quantity ranges and ensure they have accessed all necessary technical documentation from the specified location.

Questions & Answers / Clarifications

This document provides responses to vendor questions regarding solicitation W912CH-25-R-0081.

• First Delivery Order Quantity: The anticipated quantity for the first delivery order is 136 Each (EA).

This clarification provides specific quantity information for the first delivery order, which may impact bidder planning and proposal preparation.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation seeks proposals for a single, five-year Indefinite Quantity Indefinite Delivery (IDIQ) contract for Cable Assemblies, Spec. The contract will establish pricing for delivery orders of discrete quantities over the contract period. The government is not obligated to issue an initial minimum order beyond the guaranteed minimum quantity.

• Procurement of Cable Assemblies, Spec (NSN: 6150-01-578-0469).

• Technical Data Package (TDP) is available via SAM.gov and has Distribution Statement D.

• Offerors must comply with specific packaging and marking requirements per MIL-STD-2073-1 and Special Packaging Instruction (SPI) 12992565.

• First Article Test Report (FATR) is required and separately priced.

• Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs), Requests for Variance (RFVs), and Notices of Revision (NORs) are required data items.

• Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price.

• Period of Performance: Five, one-year ordering periods.

• Minimum Quantity: 16 each (guaranteed).

• Maximum Quantity: 408 each for the Cable Assembly, Spec.

• Estimated Value: Not explicitly stated, but it is a total small business set-aside.

• Proposals must be submitted electronically via email by the closing date and time specified on the cover page.

• Evaluation will be based on a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) process.

• Key deadlines: Questions due by March 12, 2026, 12:00 PM EST.

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

• This solicitation is a total small business set-aside.

• NAICS Code: 335999 (All Other Miscellaneous Electrical Equipment and Component Manufacturing).

• Technical Data Package (TDP) is export-controlled and requires a DD Form 2345 for access.

• Offerors must submit proposals for the total quantity of items identified in the solicitation; "all or none" applies.

• The solicitation includes numerous FAR and DFARS clauses covering various aspects of contract performance, administration, and compliance.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is Attachment 0002, a pricing sheet for Solicitation W912CH-25-R-0081. It is used by offerors to provide their proposed pricing for the specified CLINs.

• Instructions: Bidders must only complete cells highlighted in yellow. Formulas and other cells should not be altered. Input from yellow cells auto-calculates the Total Proposed Price on the "Summary" worksheet.
• Summary Sheet: Provides a high-level overview of CLINs, descriptions, contract type (Firm-Fixed Price), and the Total Proposed Price. Currently, all prices are listed as 0.
• CLIN 0011 - CLIN 0015 Sheet: Details specific CLINs (0011 through 0015) for "Cable Assembly, Spec." It lists quantities for the Base Year and provides columns for Proposed Unit Price and Proposed Extended Price. All proposed prices are currently listed as 0.0.

This attachment is critical for bidders to submit their pricing proposal. Bidders must accurately input their proposed unit prices for the specified quantities of "Cable Assembly, Spec" in the designated yellow cells on the "CLIN 0011 - CLIN 0015" sheet. Failure to follow instructions or complete the required fields may impact the proposal submission and evaluation.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a Technical Information Questionnaire (TIQ) intended to support the Government's determination of whether an offeror's proposal is technically acceptable and capable of meeting the solicitation's technical requirements. Failure to provide the requested substantiating documentation may result in proposal rejection, as detailed in Section L.4.1.2 of the solicitation.

The TIQ contains five evaluation questions related to the acquisition of specific components and the facility's ability to meet testing standards and specifications. These include:

1. Ability to acquire the Qualified Product Release Flange (Drawing 12992632) from DRS Technologies.
2. Ability to acquire the Qualified Product Tool, Release Flange (Drawing 12992633) from DRS Technologies.
3. Facility's ability to meet testing standards on Drawing DR_12992565_19200_B_001_001.
4. Ability to meet all specifications of SPEC 01417-SC-SA15110.
5. Evidence of successfully producing any similar part.

For each question, offerors must indicate if the requirement is met and provide required evidence, such as quotes, invoices, letters of commitment, or other documentation confirming the use of qualified products or capabilities.

This TIQ directly impacts proposal preparation by requiring specific documentation to substantiate technical capabilities and the ability to procure necessary components. Bidders must carefully review each question and gather the appropriate evidence to demonstrate compliance and avoid potential proposal rejection.