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, through NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support Mech, is soliciting proposals for Cable Assembly, Specification (PSC 6150) for crucial shipboard systems. This material is designated as SPECIAL EMPHASIS (Level I) due to the high probability of failure resulting in serious consequences if incorrect or defective. The opportunity is now Unrestricted, following a recent amendment. Proposals are due by May 27, 2026, at 4:30 PM EST.
Scope of Work
The contract requires the manufacture of Cable Assemblies in accordance with Dry Deck Shelter (DDS) procurement specification S-5343934-2, specifically part number 1208208-0509. This includes adherence to MIL-DTL-24231 and wiring/molding per NAVSEA S9320-AM-PRO-020/MLDG by an approved vendor. Non-metallic materials must satisfy NAVSEA SS800-AG-MAN-010/P-9290 toxicity and flammability requirements. The scope also covers stringent quality conformance tests, including Dielectric Withstanding Voltage, Continuity, Insulation Resistance, and Hydrostatic Pressure.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation
- Set-Aside: Unrestricted (previously Total Small Business, dissolved by amendment)
- Response Due: May 27, 2026, 4:30 PM EST
- Published: May 6, 2026
- Contact: NOELLE.M.SMITH10.CIV@US.NAVY.MIL, 717-605-3992
Key Requirements
Offerors must meet rigorous quality assurance standards, including maintaining a quality system in accordance with ISO-9001 (or MIL-I-45208) and calibration system requirements of ISO-10012 or ANSI-Z540.3 with ISO-17025 (or MIL-STD-45662). A First Article Approval (Contractor Testing) is mandatory, involving a destructive test on one Cable Assembly unit. Strict traceability and certification requirements are in place for all materials, especially for Deep Submergence Systems Program (DSSP) components. Welding and brazing procedures, if required, must be submitted for approval. A Special Emphasis Certificate of Compliance (C of C) is required, detailing specific testing and material information. Packaging must comply with MIL-STD 2073.
Additional Notes
All waivers, deviations, and Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs) require government review and approval. The Electronic Contractor Data Submission (ECDS) system is available for certain data submissions and inquiries. Offerors should note the dissolution of the Small Business set-aside, making this an unrestricted opportunity.