Limited Sources: Fiber Optic Connectors

Combined Synopsis and Solicitation

This document serves as a combined synopsis and solicitation for commercial items, indicating that a written solicitation will not be issued separately. The Naval Undersea Warfare Center Division, Newport (NUWCDIVNPT) intends to award an Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract for Fiber Optic Connector Assembly Kits on a limited sources basis to Greene Tweed & Co., LLC. and Princetel, Inc. The government has determined these two companies possess the unique qualifications necessary for manufacturing these kits.

• Manufacture Fiber Optic Connector Assembly Kits in accordance with Government Drawing 8958891.

• Provide a unique item identifier (UID) for all delivered items with a unit acquisition cost of $5,000.00 or more.

• Offerors must include shipping charges in their pricing and provide their best delivery schedule.

• Contract Type: Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ).

• Period of Performance: Not explicitly stated, but implies multiple delivery orders.

• Estimated Value: Not explicitly stated for the IDIQ, but the guaranteed minimum is satisfied by the initial Pre-Production Test Articles (PPTA).

• Questions Deadline: Wednesday, May 6, 2026, at 1400 EST.

• Quotes Submission Deadline: Friday, May 15, 2026, at 1400 EST, via email to Maria Diaz-Sotomayor.

• Evaluation: The initial Delivery Order will be for 50 Pre-Production Test Articles (PPTA). Successful completion and approval of the PPTA are contingent for subsequent production orders. The government reserves the right to bypass contractors for future orders based on performance, delivery speed, and lot-testing failure rates.

• NAICS Code: 334417

• Small Business Size Standard: 1000 employees.

• Limited Sources: Solicited on an unrestricted basis, but limited to Greene Tweed & Co., LLC. and Princetel, Inc. due to unique qualifications.

• Cybersecurity Requirements: Offerors must possess a valid Joint Certification Program (JCP) certification to access drawings. A NIST SP 800-171 DoD Assessment (not more than 3 years old) posted in SPRS is required. Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) Level 2 (self) or higher is applicable, and CMMC UIDs must be provided.

• SAM Registration: Active registration in the System for Award Management (SAM) is required prior to award.

• Drawings are designated Distribution D and export controlled.

• Payment will be electronic via Wide Area Workflow (WAWF).

• Insertion loss and return loss tests will be performed on up to 10% of units from each Delivery Order.

• Attachments include: Ordering Process, and Provisions and Clauses.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document outlines the "Ordering Process" for the contract, detailing how individual orders will be solicited, evaluated, and awarded under the Multiple Award Contract (MAC).

• General Ordering: Orders will be competed in accordance with FAR 16.505(b)(1)(i) and DFARS 216.505-70, unless exceptions apply.
• Competitive Ordering Process:
  • Pre-solicitation/Solicitation: Eligible awardees will be notified via email. Orders will incorporate contract terms unless specified otherwise in the RFQ. A reasonable response period will be provided.
  • Submission: Quotes are due by the date/time specified in the RFQ and must be emailed to the Point of Contact (POC). Contractors not submitting a quote must notify the Contracting Officer in writing.
  • Evaluation/Source Selection: Evaluation will be against criteria in the RFQ, which may include:
    • Price (firm fixed price unless otherwise specified).
    • Schedule/Monthly Throughput (requiring an Integrated Master Schedule (IMS), facility details, process/execution details, and workload/risk details).
    • Other criteria specified in the RFQ.
• Award Scenario: The Government may use a tradeoff scenario, potentially leading to a split award. The trade-off will prioritize Schedule/Monthly Throughput over Price.
• Order Execution/Award: The PCO will issue a Delivery Order to the most advantageous quote. The Government may award one, more than one, or no orders.
• Orders: Each order will be Firm Fixed Price (FFP) and made in writing, signed by the Order Contracting Officer.
• Unauthorized Work: Performance cannot commence before a signed Order is issued.
• Ordering Authority: Orders will be issued exclusively from the Naval Undersea Warfare Center Division, Newport (NUWCDIVNPT) contracting office.

This document is crucial for understanding the post-award process for placing orders against the contract. It details how future work will be competed, what information bidders need to provide in their quotes (IMS, facility/process details), how quotes will be evaluated (trade-off analysis prioritizing schedule/throughput), and the award process for individual orders. Bidders should pay close attention to the evaluation criteria and the emphasis on schedule and throughput.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document lists the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) provisions and clauses that apply to this solicitation. It serves to inform potential bidders of the regulatory and contractual requirements they must adhere to if awarded the contract.

• FAR Provisions and Clauses: Includes clauses related to incorporation by reference, representations and certifications, telecommunications and video surveillance services, and contract terms and conditions for commercial items. Specific clauses like 52.212-1 (Instructions to Offerors), 52.212-2 (Evaluation), 52.212-3 (Offeror Representations and Certifications), and 52.212-4/5 (Contract Terms and Conditions) are listed.
• DFARS Provisions and Clauses: Includes clauses related to safeguarding covered defense information, cyber incident reporting, notice of authorized disclosure, prohibition on acquisition of covered defense telecommunications equipment, and use of Supplier Performance Risk System (SPRS).
• Indefinite Quantity: Specifies terms for indefinite quantity contracts, including minimum and maximum order quantities (Minimum Guarantee: 50 units, Minimum Order: 10 units, Maximum Order: 260 units).
• Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC): Details the requirements for contractor compliance with CMMC Level 2 (Self) or higher for information systems processing, storing, or transmitting Federal Contract Information (FCI) or Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI). This includes annual affirmations of continuous compliance and requirements for subcontracts.

Bidders must review these provisions and clauses to understand the full scope of contractual obligations, including compliance with cybersecurity standards (CMMC), reporting requirements, and specific terms and conditions for commercial items. Failure to comply with these requirements could impact proposal evaluation and contract performance.