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CABLE ASSEMBLY,SPEC

DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCY.DLA MARITIME.DLA MARITIME MECHANICSBURG.SPRMM1 DLA MECHANICSBURG · Response deadline: Mon, 16 Nov 2026

What the government is buying

The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Maritime Mechanicsburg is soliciting offers for cable assembly products under solicitation number SPRMM126QGF06. "Cable Assembly, Spec" indicates the government seeks manufactured cable assemblies built to specific technical specifications rather than commercial off-the-shelf items. Cable assemblies are bundled groups of cables with connectors or terminations, used in electrical and electronic systems across military platforms.

NAICS 335311 designates Power, Distribution, and Specialty Transformer Manufacturing. This industry classification covers manufacturers of electrical equipment including various cable and wiring products. DLA Maritime typically procures goods to support U.S. Navy and military sealift operations, including spare parts and components for ships and submarines.

Key facts

Who can bid

This is an unrestricted solicitation with no set-aside program indicated, meaning businesses of any size may compete. Large businesses, small businesses, and non-traditional defense contractors are all eligible to submit offers. No small business preference programs (such as HUBZone, 8(a), SDVOSB, or WOSB set-asides) apply based on the metadata provided.

Manufacturers or distributors with capabilities in electrical cable assemblies should evaluate whether they can meet any required specifications, quality standards, or certifications typically associated with defense procurement. DLA suppliers generally must comply with the Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) and may need to register in the DLA's procurement systems.

How to put together a competitive bid

For unrestricted DLA product solicitations, competitiveness depends heavily on past performance, technical compliance, and price.

Technical compliance: Carefully review the specification sheet referenced in the full solicitation. Cable assemblies with military applications often require strict adherence to dimensional, material, electrical, and environmental specifications. "Spec" in the title suggests non-standard requirements—see the solicitation for exact parameters.

Quality systems: Defense suppliers typically need quality certifications such as ISO 9001 or AS9100. Determine if source inspection, first article testing, or lot acceptance testing applies. These requirements significantly affect pricing and lead time.

Past performance: DLA evaluates contractor performance history. If you have prior DLA or defense contracts for similar items, highlight this prominently.

Pricing strategy: Unrestricted competitions often attract large, established defense contractors with economies of scale. Small businesses should calculate whether they can achieve competitive pricing while meeting any minimum order quantities or packaging requirements—see the solicitation.

Packaging and marking: Military shipments require specific labeling, often per MIL-STD-129. Factor these costs into your bid.

Contract terms: Note whether this is a one-time purchase or part of a longer-term arrangement such as a Requirements or Indefinite Delivery contract.

Next steps

1. Read the full solicitation at SAM.gov using solicitation number SPRMM126QGF06 to obtain the complete specification, delivery requirements, evaluation criteria, and terms and conditions.
2. Verify the response deadline: November 16, 2026 at 4:30 PM Eastern Time. DLA strictly enforces deadlines; late submissions are rejected.
3. Assess capability gaps against the specification before committing proposal resources.
4. Register in SAM.gov and confirm your DLA Trading Partner account status if you are not already an active supplier.

View the official notice on SAM.gov →