CABLE ASSEMBLY
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 of a CABLE ASSEMBLY. This opportunity is designated as a Total Small Business Set-Aside. A critical requirement is that award will only be made to vendors listed on OD36190, and substitute items are not authorized without prior testing and approval. Proposals are due by April 24, 2026.
Scope of Work
This contract requires the manufacture of a CABLE ASSEMBLY in strict accordance with the material and physical requirements specified on DRAWING 7138634-2 (53711) REV A. Key aspects include:
- Marking: Adherence to Military Standards such as MIL-STD-130, MIL-STD-1285, MIL-STD-454, and MIL-P-15024/5.
- Configuration Control: Compliance with MIL-STD-973, Paragraph 5.4.8, including procedures for Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs), Deviations, and Waivers.
- Quality Assurance: The contractor is responsible for all inspection requirements, and GOVERNMENT SOURCE INSPECTION per FAR 52.246-2 IS REQUIRED. Inspection records must be maintained for 365 days post-delivery.
- Packaging: Must conform to MIL-STD 2073.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation for manufacturing.
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business.
- Response Due: April 24, 2026, COB.
- Published: March 27, 2026.
Key Considerations
- Approved Sources: Award is contingent upon the vendor being listed on OD36190. Contractors wishing to propose substitute items must contact the Government PCO for testing and approval to be added to the OD prior to award.
- Drawings: Technical drawings can be accessed and downloaded from SAM.gov by searching for the solicitation number.
- Contractual Documents: Government acceptance of a contractor's proposal constitutes bilateral agreement for documents to be issued via mail, facsimile, or email.
Contact Information
For inquiries, contact JOSHUA.D.MARTIN4@NAVY.MIL or call 717-605-4356.