Minuteman III ICBM, 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 Air Force is soliciting proposals for Minuteman III ICBM Cable Assemblies (NSN: 6150-00-406-2753 AH, P/N: 69D49204G1) under Solicitation FA820626Q0027. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. Offers will be evaluated based on Price, Past Performance, and Schedule. Proposals are due March 31, 2026, by 5:00 PM MST.
Purpose & Scope
This solicitation aims to procure Cable Assemblies for the Minuteman III Intercontinental Ballistic Missile (ICBM) program. The requirement includes one (1) First Article Cable Assembly (Item 0001) and forty-nine (49) Production Cable Assemblies (Item 0002). The production quantity was increased from 39 to 49 units via Amendment 0001. The scope also includes data deliverables such as a First Article Test Report (CDRL A001) and a Counterfeit Prevention Plan (CDRL A002).
Key Requirements
Bidders must adhere to specific engineering data requirements, including a criticality code change and detailed drawing notes for manufacturing. Packaging and marking must comply with military standards (MIL-STD-2073-1, MIL-STD-129) and international regulations (ISPM 15) for wood packaging material. Transportation data, including F.O.B. terms and DCMA contact procedures, are also specified. An Engineering Data List (EDL) provides component details and procurability information.
Contract Details
- Opportunity Type: Solicitation (RFQ FA820626Q0027)
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- Product Service Code: 6150 (Miscellaneous Electric Power And Distribution Equipment)
- Department/Agency: DEPT OF DEFENSE / DEPT OF THE AIR FORCE / AFSC PZACA (ICBM)
- Place of Performance: Hill Air Force Base, UT 84056, United States
Submission & Evaluation
- Offer Due Date: March 31, 2026, 5:00 PM MST (extended by Amendment 0002).
- Submission Method: Via email to justin.raleigh.1@us.af.mil and benjamin.eddy@us.af.mil.
- Evaluation Factors (in descending order of importance):
- Price or Cost
- Past Performance
- Schedule
- Quote Validity: Contractors must hold offered prices firm for 90 days.
Contact Information
- Primary: Justin Raleigh (justin.raleigh.1@us.af.mil, 801-777-3753)
- Secondary: Benjamin Eddy (benjamin.eddy@us.af.mil)