59--CORD ASSEMBLY,ELECT
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 Mechanicsburg, is soliciting proposals for the manufacture and supply of CORD ASSEMBLY,ELECT. This is a Firm-Fixed Price contract issued under Emergency Acquisition Flexibilities (EAF) and is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. The requirement is for a rated order under the Defense Priorities and Allocations System (DPAS). Proposals are due by April 24, 2026.
Scope of Work
This solicitation covers the design, manufacture, and performance of CORD ASSEMBLY,ELECT in accordance with drawing 7609476 and cage 53711. Key requirements include:
- Physical identification per MIL-STD-129 and MIL-STD-130.
- Configuration control following MIL-STD-973.
- Strict mercury-free requirements for use on submarines/surface ships.
- Vendor certification per NAVSEA S9320-AM-PRO-020/MLDG for submarine outboard cable assemblies.
- Hydrostatic testing and serialization as specified in drawing 7609476.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Firm-Fixed Price
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- Product Service Code: 5995 (Cable, Cord, And Wire Assemblies: Communication Equipment)
- Response Due: April 24, 2026, 6:00 PM UTC
- Published: March 25, 2026, 7:59 AM UTC
- Agency: Dept Of Defense / DEPT OF THE NAVY / NAVSUP WEAPON SYSTEMS SUPPORT MECH
Key Requirements
- Quality Assurance: Contractors must maintain a quality system acceptable to the Government, in accordance with ISO 9001 (or MIL-I-45208).
- Testing: Requires a Quality Conformance Test Plan (QCTP) and First Article Testing (FAT), which must be approved and may be witnessed by the In-Service Engineering Agent (ISEA), Naval Undersea Warfare Center Division Keyport. 100% production lot testing is also required.
- Source Control: Only previously approved sources have been solicited. New suppliers must provide proof of qualification for evaluation.
- Configuration Control: Strict procedures for design, material, or part number changes, requiring PCO approval.
- Payment: Wide Area Workflow (WAWF) payment instructions specify Stand-Alone Receiving Report - Certifications or COMBO - Receiving Report & Invoice - Material.
Evaluation
NAVSUP WSS Mechanicsburg will consider past performance in the evaluation of offers in accordance with FAR 13.106(a)(2).
Additional Notes
This requirement is pursuant to Emergency Acquisition Flexibilities (EAF). The resultant award will be issued bilaterally. Offerors must provide facility details if packaging occurs at a different location. Access to drawings must be requested on SAM.gov.