WIRING HARNESS, BRANCHED

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for supplies, identified by Request No. SPRDL1-26-Q-0049. The issuing office is DLA Weapons Support (Warren), located in Warren, MI. The RFQ is for an "All or None" basis, meaning offers must be submitted for the total quantity of items listed.

• The primary item appears to be "WIRING HARNESS, BRAN" with NSN 6150-01-319-4794.

• A First Article Test (FAT) is required for Lot/Item 0001AA. The approved first article consists of 3 units that will be consumed or destroyed in testing. The price for FAT is included in the total amount for CLIN 0001AA.

• The Technical Data Package (TDP) for this item contains purchased parts and is accessible via SAM.gov.

• The contract type is Firm Fixed Price.

• Delivery is FOB Destination.

• The solicitation closing date is June 4, 2026.

• Quotations must be submitted to the issuing office by the close of business on June 4, 2026.

• The solicitation is set-aside for Small Business Concerns. FPI/Unicor are also allowed to quote/propose.

• Offers must be submitted for the total quantity of items. Only one award will be made.

• Electronic submission of proposals is required via email to the Contract Specialist.

• This procurement is set-aside for Small Business Concerns.

• Amendment 0002 has extended the solicitation closing date from May 18, 2026, to June 4, 2026.

• Amendment 0001 made a change to narrative ES6304 regarding the First Article Test Sample, clarifying that 3 units will be consumed in testing and 0 passing units will serve as a manufacturing standard.

• The document references numerous FAR and DFARS clauses and provisions that bidders must adhere to.

Amendment / Modification

This document is Amendment 0001 to Solicitation SPRDL1-26-Q-0049. The purpose of this amendment is to modify the solicitation. Specifically, it makes changes to the "Notice Regarding First Article Test Sample" section.

• Narrative ES6304 (Notice Regarding First Article Test Sample):

  • The approved first article items consist of a quantity of 3 that will be consumed or destroyed in testing. These items will not be delivered as part of the contractually required quantity.
  • A quantity of 0 that successfully passes all specified tests (excluding destructive tests) will serve as a manufacturing standard for the remainder of the contract.

• The amendment extends the date for receipt of offers.

• Offers must acknowledge receipt of this amendment prior to the hour and date specified for receipt of offers.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for supplies. The government is procuring items, and vendors are invited to submit quotations. The RFQ is not an order and does not commit the Government to pay any costs incurred in the preparation of a quotation.

• The solicitation includes specific items for procurement, detailed in the "Schedule" section (Item 11).

• A "First Article Test Report" is required for item 0001AB.

• "Production Quantity" for item 0001AA is 40 units.

• "Unexercised Option" for item 0002AA is 40 units.

• Packaging and marking requirements are detailed, referencing MIL-STD-2073-1.

• The contract type is "Firm Fixed Price."

• Delivery is FOB Destination.

• The RFQ number is SPRDL1-26-Q-0049.

• Quotations must be furnished to the issuing office by the close of business on 2026MAY18.

• The solicitation references electronic contracting provisions, with submissions via email to the Contract Specialist.

• Vendors must be registered in SAM.gov.

• Evaluation will be based on factors including price, delivery, and other criteria as specified in the solicitation.

• The "All or None" provision indicates that offers must be submitted for the total quantity of items identified; offers for less than the total quantities are ineligible for award.

• This procurement is set-aside for Small Business concerns.

• FPI/Unicor are allowed to quote/propose.

• The document includes numerous FAR and DFARS clauses and provisions that bidders must review.

• Technical Data Package (TDP) information is available via SAM.gov.

• Information regarding Army Contract Writing System (ACWS) transition is provided.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a worksheet for contractors to request a waiver or partial waiver of the First Article Test (FAT) requirement. It serves as a template for providing necessary information and justification to the government for such a request.

• Current Acquisition Information: Fields for buyer's name, solicitation/contract number, contractor name and cage code, NSN, part number, noun, top drawing number, and revision level.
• Type of Request: Options to select a "Partial Waiver" (specific tests waived) or "Full Waiver" (all tests waived), with space to reference specific TDP requirements.
• Justification to Support Waiver Request: Multiple sections (A, B, C, D, E) allowing contractors to provide reasons for the waiver, such as successful prior FATs on the same or similar items, continuous production, or waiver for a higher assembly. Each section requires details about previous contracts, manufacturing facilities, equipment, processes, and subcontractors.
• Other Pertinent Information: Sections to discuss quality issues (PQDRs, CARs), changes in manufacturing data or subcontractors, and prior waiver/deviation requests or MRB actions.
• Attach Supporting Documentation: A section to upload or link supporting documents.
• Submission: Fields for printed name, title, company name, company address, phone number, and signature of the company agent.

This form is crucial for bidders who believe they qualify for a waiver of the First Article Test. Completing this form accurately and providing strong supporting documentation is necessary to request such a waiver, which could impact testing requirements and potentially the overall cost and timeline of fulfilling a contract. Bidders should refer to the solicitation/contract for specific instructions on submitting this form and any additional requirements.