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 MECH, is soliciting proposals for the manufacture and supply of CORD ASSEMBLY,ELECT under a Firm Fixed-Price contract. This opportunity is designated as a Total Small Business Set-Aside and is issued under Emergency Acquisition Flexibilities (EAF), with the resultant award being "DO" certified for national defense under the Defense Priorities and Allocations System (DPAS). Proposals are due by April 3, 2026.
Scope of Work
This requirement involves the design, manufacture, and performance of CORD ASSEMBLY,ELECT, adhering to specific drawing data (e.g., 7609476, cage 53711) and document references including MIL-STD-129, ISO9001, NAVSEA S9320-AM-PRO-020/MLDG, and MIL-STD-973. Key requirements include:
- Vendor Certification: Manufacturers must be certified to NAVSEA S9320-AM-PRO-020/MLDG, with a Test Inspection Report accompanying each cable assembly.
- Mercury-Free: Materials supplied for submarine/surface ship use must be mercury-free, with strict controls and approval processes for any functional mercury components.
- Quality Assurance: Adherence to ISO 9001 or MIL-I-45208 quality systems. Contractor is responsible for all inspections.
- Testing & Approval: Requires a First Article Qualification Test Plan (FAT) and Production Lot Quality Conformance Test Plan (QCTP) for government approval. FAT will be witnessed by the Government (NUWC Keyport/DCMA) for non-qualified sources. 100% production testing is required.
- Configuration Control & Serialization: Compliance with MIL-STD-973 for configuration control and specific marking/serialization instructions (DWG 7609476 NOTE 16), with serial numbers obtained from NUWC Keyport.
- Packaging: MIL-STD 2073 applies.
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 3, 2026, 6:00 PM UTC
- Published: March 19, 2026
- Delivery: Specific delivery schedules are outlined (e.g., 11, 26, 25 days for various items).
Evaluation
NAVSUP WSS Mechanicsburg will consider past performance in the evaluation of offers (IAW FAR 13.106(a)(2)). Approval of First Article Test Plans and successful First Article Testing are critical for non-qualified sources.
Additional Notes
This is an Emergency Acquisition. Access to drawings must be requested on SAM.gov, followed by an email to the listed POC. Only previously approved sources have been solicited; new suppliers must provide qualification data for evaluation. All contractual documents will be issued bilaterally, requiring contractor acceptance.