6020 Cable Assembly - SOL SPE7M924R0003
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 Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Land and Maritime has issued a Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition for Solicitation SPE7M924R0003, concerning the acquisition of Fiber Optic Cable Assemblies and Harnesses (NSN 6020-01-643-1895). This notice outlines the rationale for a sole-source, firm fixed-price contract, estimated to be over $2,000,000, for critical components used in Virginia Class Submarines.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for "Cable, Assembly, Fiber" (NSN 6020-01-643-1895). These assemblies are essential for weapon systems including the YJN – Virginia Class Submarine (SSN-774), A3N – Sonar Acoustic Miscellaneous, and WLN – Submarine Acoustic Sonar Systems.
Contract Details
- Type: Anticipated Firm Fixed-Price contract.
- Estimated Value: Over $2,000,000, requiring certified cost and pricing data.
- Set-Aside: None specified, as this is a limited competition acquisition.
- Authority: Justified under 10 U.S.C. 3204(a)(1), indicating availability from only one or a limited number of sources.
- Notice Date: April 30, 2026.
- Response Date: Not provided.
Justification for Limited Competition
The DLA Land and Maritime has determined that only one source possesses the complete technical dataset and manufacturing expertise for this item. The cable assembly requires engineering source approval due to its unique design capability and proprietary data rights held by the approved source. Market research, including a Sources Sought posting on SAM.gov and direct contact, did not identify other qualified vendors. Technical data is not available to permit full and open competition.
Action Items for Potential Sources
New vendors interested in supplying this item are strongly encouraged to pursue Source Approval Requests (SAR) through the Competition Advocate's Source Approval Program. The solicitation will include specific DLA Procurement Notes (L04 and M06) related to Part Numbered Items.
Contact Information
For inquiries, contact Caroline Watson R at carloline.watson@dla.mil or 614-693-2579.