59--CABLE ASSEMBLY,SPEC, IN REPAIR/MODIFICATION OF
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, NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support (WSS) MECH, is soliciting proposals for the repair and modification of CABLE ASSEMBLY,SPEC. This opportunity is issued under Emergency Acquisition Flexibilities (EAF) and is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. The resultant award will be a bilaterally executed contract. Proposals are due by May 29, 2026.
Scope of Work
This requirement covers the repair and quality assurance for CABLE ASSEMBLY,SPEC, specifically Cage Code 53711, Reference Number 6964587. Contractors must perform all repair work according to their standard practices, manuals, and directives, including specified drawings and technical orders. Key aspects include:
- Teardown & Evaluation (TD&E): Vendors have 90 days after receipt of carcass(es) to complete TD&E and submit a Firm-Fixed Price (FFP) quote for the full repair effort.
- Repair Pricing: Quotes must include an estimated repair price for the full effort, covering material in unwhole/damaged condition, missing hardware, and CAV Reporting. The cost of new (actual or estimated) must also be provided for evaluation.
- Mercury-Free Requirement: Materials supplied must be mercury-free for use on submarines/surface ships, with strict protocols for any required mercury inclusion.
- Serialization: Each CABLE ASSEMBLY,SPEC must be marked with a serial number obtained from NUWC_NPT_SerialNumbers@navy.mil.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation (resultant award will be bilateral)
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- Response Due: May 29, 2026, at 20:30 UTC
- Published Date: May 13, 2026
- Priority Rating: This contract will be DO certified for national defense under the Defense Priorities and Allocations System (DPAS).
Requirements & Standards
The repair effort requires adherence to several military standards and drawings:
- Marking: Physical identification in accordance with MIL-STD-129 and MIL-STD-130, and specifically per DWG 6964860 IAW DWG 6964587 note 6.
- Packaging: MIL-STD 2073 applies.
- Repair Turn Around Time (RTAT): A requested RTAT of 160 days is specified. Quotes must reference proposed RTAT and any capacity constraints. Price reductions will apply for failure to meet the required RTAT.
- Quality Assurance: The contractor is responsible for all inspection and testing per original manufacturer specifications and drawings, maintaining records for 365 days.
Submission & Evaluation
Offerors must provide proof of being an authorized distributor of the original manufacturer's item. Quotes should specify any exceptions to solicitation requirements (e.g., packaging, labeling, inspection locations). Access to drawings must be requested on SAM.gov, followed by an email to the POC.
Contact Information
For inquiries, contact Heather R. Jones at HEATHER.R.JONES52.CIV@US.NAVY.MIL or 717-605-4866.