USS Frank Cable NR3 Dumbwaiter Cable Reel Assembly
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 Navy, specifically the MILITARY SEALIFT FLEET SUPPORT CMD, is conducting market research through a Sources Sought notice for a new Dumbwaiter Cable Reel Assembly for the USS FRANK CABLE. This is not a solicitation, but aims to identify qualified businesses capable of providing a replacement MOLEX 1051-01-306 unit. Responses are due by May 29, 2026, at 6:00 PM EDT.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for a new Dumbwaiter Cable Reel Assembly for the USS FRANK CABLE. The accompanying service manual (MOLEX Cable Reel Series 1051.pdf) provides detailed instructions for installation, operation, and service, including safety precautions, mounting requirements, spring tensioning, and replacement parts. Bidders should be prepared to meet technical requirements related to the lifecycle cost and maintenance of these specific cable reels.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought (Market Research)
- Requirement: New Dumbwaiter Cable Reel Assembly (Replacement MOLEX 1051-01-306)
- Delivery Required: August 15, 2026
- Planned Contract Award: By July 15, 2025
- Delivery Location: MSC SSU BATS San Diego, CA 92123
- NAICS Code: 333921 (Manufacturing Elevators and Moving Stairways) with a 1,000-employee size standard.
- PSC Code: 2090 (Miscellaneous Ship And Marine Equipment)
- Set-Aside: None specified (market research stage)
- Response Due: May 29, 2026, 6:00 PM EDT
- Published: May 25, 2026
Information Requested
Interested businesses must provide:
- Company details
- CAGE Code
- Business size
- Capability statement (maximum 2 pages) demonstrating ability to meet requirements, including experience with similar parts and past performance.
Submissions should be sent via email with the subject line "Source Sought USS FRANK CABLE Dumbwaiter Cable Reel".
Additional Notes
This notice is for planning purposes only and does not guarantee an invitation to submit a proposal for any future solicitation. Responding is crucial for the government's acquisition strategy development.