59--CABLE ASSY, SPEC
Overview
Buyer
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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 Mech) is soliciting proposals for the manufacture of Cable Assembly, Spec components. This requirement is for SPECIAL EMPHASIS material used in crucial shipboard systems, demanding stringent quality and traceability. The response deadline has been extended to 4:30 PM EST on April 17, 2026. The Small Business Set-Aside was dissolved, making this an unrestricted opportunity.
Scope of Work
This opportunity involves manufacturing Cable Assembly, Spec in accordance with NAVSEA drawings 5486639 (item 185) and 5486641 (P/N K-HNG52000), and Contract Support Library references CSD313 & CSD321. Non-metallic materials must meet NAVSEA SS800-AG-MAN-010/P-9290 toxicity and flammability requirements. Key processes include Non-Conductive Coating (NCC) plasma spray treatment for MIL-DTL-24231 connector plug bodies and cable assembly wiring/molding, both by approved vendors listed in ECDS.
Key Requirements
- Quality Assurance: Contractors must maintain a quality system compliant with ISO-9001 (with ISO-10012 or ANSI-Z540.3/ISO-17025 calibration) or MIL-I-45208 (with MIL-STD-45662 calibration). Government Quality Assurance (GQA) at source is required.
- Testing: Includes Quality Conformance Tests per MIL-DTL-24231 Type 1 with specific hydrostatic pressure (1000 PSI), insulation resistance, and dielectric (1250 V AC) tests. A First Article Test (FAT) is mandatory, involving destructive testing of one complete cable assembly.
- Traceability & Certification: Strict traceability is required per MIL-STD-792, maintained through all processes. A Special Emphasis Certificate of Compliance (C of C) is required, detailing specific information including contractor details, NSN, lubricants, cure dates, and a statement of full compliance.
- Material: All materials must be Mercury Free.
- Configuration Control: Contractors must maintain total equipment baseline configuration and submit Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs) for Class I or II changes. Waivers/Deviations require Contracting Officer approval and submission via ECDS.
- Packaging: Must comply with MIL-STD 2073.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Solicitation
- Set-Aside: None (Small Business Set-Aside dissolved)
- Quantity: Adjusted from 2 units to 8 units.
- Response Due: April 17, 2026, at 4:30 PM EST (latest amendment).
- Published Date: March 19, 2026.
- Delivery Schedule: Certification data 20 days prior to delivery, PNSY review 6 working days, final material delivery 186 days.
Submission Instructions
Procurement quotes must be submitted via email to Rachel Snyder at RACHEL.E.SNYDER@NAVY.MIL. Certification documentation must be submitted via WAWF, with specific