61--CABLE ASSEMBLY,SPEC
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 WSS Mech) is soliciting proposals for the manufacture of CABLE ASSEMBLY,SPEC. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside opportunity under Emergency Acquisition Flexibilities (EAF). Proposals are due May 28, 2026.
Scope of Work
This solicitation requires the manufacture and quality assurance of specific cable assemblies. Key aspects include adherence to detailed design, manufacturing, and performance requirements outlined in drawing 5893729 (cage 53711). The scope also covers marking per MIL-STD-129, configuration control per MIL-STD-973, and strict mercury-free material requirements. A government security clearance is required, and production lot approval (contractor testing) is mandatory. Serialization must follow IAW 5894148 REV J para 3.3.4 and 5893729REV V note 23, with serial numbers obtained from NUWC Division Newport.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation (Bilateral award requiring contractor acceptance)
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business
- Product Service Code: 6150 (Miscellaneous Electric Power And Distribution Equipment)
- NAICS: 335311 (Electrical Power Distribution and Control Apparatus Manufacturing)
- Response Due: May 28, 2026, 8:30 PM UTC
- Published: May 7, 2026
- Option: Includes an option for increased quantity (365 days after award), with pricing requested for this option.
- Evaluation: Award will be based on the lowest aggregate total price submitted for the total quantity, including the option provision.
Key Requirements
- Quality System: Must comply with ISO 9001 (MIL-I-45208 also acceptable).
- Testing: Production Lot Testing and Quality Conformance Inspection are required per DWG 5894148 REV J. Preproduction tests are also specified.
- Waivers: OTSI (CAGE: 0F1X1) is specifically waived from all CDRL requirements, including Production Lot Testing (PLT) and First Article Testing (FAT).
- Packaging: MIL-STD 2073 applies.
- CDRLs: Certificate of Quality Compliance CDRLs must be delivered to NUWC Newport engineering support activity.
- Drawings: Access to drawings must be requested on SAM.gov, followed by an email to the POC.
Additional Notes
This requirement is pursuant to Emergency Acquisition Flexibilities (EAF) and will result in a DO certified (DPAS rated) order for national defense. A post-award conference is recommended, with NUWC Newport expressing interest in participating.