GROUND WIRE
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, has issued a solicitation for the manufacturing of GROUND WIRE. This opportunity is a Total Small Business Set-Aside and requires adherence to specific Navy part numbers and drawings. An amendment has been issued confirming the approval of NYLON JACKETED CABLE. Proposals are due by May 12, 2026, at 8:30 PM ET.
Scope of Work
This contract requires the manufacture of GROUND WIRE (NAVSEA P/N: 5651072, GROUND STRAP, SLING HANDLING, VMHF) in strict accordance with drawing 5651072. Key requirements include:
- Manufacturing & Design: Adherence to NAVSEA P/N: 5651072 and drawing 5651072 specifications.
- Marking: In accordance with applicable 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, including procedures for Engineering Change Proposals, Deviations, and Waivers.
- Quality Assurance: Contractor is responsible for all inspection requirements, with Government Source Inspection (FAR 52.246-2) explicitly required.
- Packaging: Must comply with MIL-STD 2073 and contract schedule.
- Delivery: Required within 90 days of contract award.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation (Firm Fixed-Price for manufacturing)
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business
- Response Due: May 12, 2026, 8:30 PM ET
- Published: May 7, 2026
- Department/Agency: Department of the Navy / NAVSUP WEAPON SYSTEMS SUPPORT MECH
Additional Notes
Drawings for this opportunity can be viewed or downloaded from www.sam.gov by searching the solicitation number. The amendment confirms that NYLON JACKETED CABLE has been approved. For inquiries, contact Amanda Hayward at amanda.r.hayward.civ@us.navy.mil or 717-605-5834.