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59--CABLE ASSY

DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE NAVY.NAVSUP.NAVSUP WEAPON SYSTEMS SUPPORT.NAVSUP WSS MECHANICSBURG.NAVSUP WEAPON SYSTEMS SUPPORT MECH · Response deadline: Fri, 20 Nov 2026

What the government is buying

This is a Naval supply contract for cable assemblies—classified under Federal Supply Classification (FSC) 5995, which covers cable, cord, and wire assemblies and harnesses. Cable assemblies are pre-terminated bundles of cables with connectors installed, used throughout military platforms to connect electronic systems, sensors, power distribution, and communication equipment without requiring field fabrication.

NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support (WSS) in Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania operates as the Navy's primary inventory control point for weapon systems material, including electrical and electronic components. These cable assemblies likely support shipboard, aircraft, or weapons system maintenance and repair operations. See the solicitation for specific quantities, technical specifications, and approved sources.

Key facts

Who can bid

This is a full and open competition with no set-aside program specified, meaning all responsible sources—including small businesses of any socioeconomic category and large businesses—may submit offers. The NAICS code 335931 (Current-Carrying Wiring Device Manufacturing) carries a Small Business Administration size standard of 1,000 employees, so businesses meeting that threshold qualify as small.

Given NAVSUP WSS's role, potential bidders typically include:

• Manufacturers of military-specification cable assemblies with experience in defense supply chains
• Distributors holding Qualified Manufacturer List (QML) or Qualified Products List (QPL) approvals for relevant military specifications
• Firms registered in the SYSTEM FOR AWARD MANAGEMENT (SAM) with active FAR 52.204-7 SAM registration
• Contractors with appropriate DFARS and FAR representations and certifications current in SAM

Bidders should verify their NAICS 335931 registration in SAM and confirm their size status if claiming small business preference.

How to put together a competitive bid

For NAVSUP WSS cable assembly solicitations, competitiveness depends on technical compliance, past performance, and pricing:

• Source qualification: NAVSUP WSS typically requires components meeting military specifications (MIL-PRF, MIL-DTL, or SAE/AS standards). Verify whether the solicitation references QPL-qualified products or allows alternate manufacturer approvals. See the solicitation for specific spec sheets and Source Control Drawings (SCDs).

• Technical data package: Submit complete First Article inspection data if required, or certify previously approved equivalents. NAVSUP WSS often requires Configuration Management and traceability documentation.

• Past performance: Highlight DLA or NAVSUP WSS contract history, Particularly履约 through Navy ERP systems, and ISO 9001 or AS9100 certification if held.

• Pricing structure: WSS solicitations typically request firm-fixed pricing with provisions for Economic Price Adjustment (EPA) clauses for copper or other volatile commodities. Review DFARS 252.216-7000 applicability.

• Delivery schedule: NAVSUP operates on high-velocity supply chain metrics; demonstrate surge capacity and proven delivery performance.

• Packaging and marking: Comply with MIL-STD-2073-1 or commercial packaging requirements as specified.

Next steps

Read the full solicitation on SAM.gov (search solicitation number N0010426QYAHU) to obtain the complete technical specifications, anticipated quantities, delivery requirements, and evaluation factors. The response deadline is November 20, 2026 at 4:30 PM Eastern Time—plan submission through SAM.gov or the specified electronic system well in advance to resolve any registration or technical issues.

View the official notice on SAM.gov →