CABLE ASSEMBLY,SPEC
DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCY.DLA MARITIME.DLA MARITIME MECHANICSBURG.SPRMM1 DLA MECHANICSBURG · Response deadline: Sat, 31 Oct 2026
What the government is buying
This is a Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Maritime solicitation for cable assembly, special specification equipment. Classified under FSC 6150, this category covers miscellaneous electrical power and distribution equipment. DLA Maritime Mechanicsburg serves as the procurement office for this requirement.
Cable assemblies in this classification typically consist of pre-wired electrical cables with connectors or terminations, built to military or unique customer specifications rather than standard commercial designs. Special specification cable assemblies are often used in defense systems where standard off-the-shelf products do not meet environmental, electrical, or mechanical requirements.
Key facts
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Maritime – Mechanicsburg |
| Notice type | Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | SPRMM126QKD20 |
| NAICS | 335311 – Power, Distribution, and Specialty Transformer Manufacturing |
| Set-aside | None (full and open competition) |
| Response deadline | October 31, 2026 at 4:30 PM ET |
| Place of performance | Not specified in metadata; see the solicitation |
Who can bid
This solicitation is open to all responsible sources—there is no small-business set-aside indicated in the metadata. Large businesses, small businesses, and non-traditional defense contractors may all submit offers.
That said, small businesses in NAICS 335311 should evaluate their competitiveness carefully. This six-digit NAICS covers manufacturers of power, distribution, and specialty transformers, but DLA frequently uses it for electrical equipment procurements that include cable assemblies. If your firm has experience with:
- Military specification (MIL-SPEC) wire and cable
- Defense supply chain requirements (DFARS, QSLD, etc.)
- ISO 9001 or AS9100 quality systems
—you may be competitive despite going head-to-head with larger firms.
If you are a small business, register in SAM.gov and verify your size standard (see the solicitation for the applicable employee or revenue threshold). Consider whether your firm qualifies under DLA's Small Business Programs for future set-aside opportunities, even though this specific procurement is unrestricted.
How to put together a competitive bid
For DLA electrical equipment solicitations, focus on these elements:
Technical compliance: Special specification cable assemblies require exact conformance to stated military or customer drawings. Obtain the full technical data package referenced in the solicitation—DLA typically requires this through its solicitation attachments or the DLA Document Services portal. Any deviation, even if "equivalent," risks rejection unless expressly permitted.
Quality certifications: DLA supply contracts for electrical equipment frequently require:
- QSLD (Qualified Suppliers List for Distributors) or QSLM (Qualified Suppliers List for Manufacturers) qualification
- Current ISO 9001:2015 certification
- Test reports or source inspection requirements
see the solicitation for specific quality requirements.
Past performance: Be prepared to document recent deliveries of similar cable assemblies, especially to DOD or defense primes. DLA evaluates past performance through CPARS, PPIRS, or SAM's Entity Registration.
Pricing strategy: Full and open competition with large manufacturers means aggressive pricing. Review DLA's historical pricing for this NSN or similar items in FPDS or through subscription services. Factor in material lead times—specialty conductors and MIL-grade connectors often have extended procurement cycles.
Packaging and marking: DLA has strict military packaging requirements (MIL-STD-2073). Non-compliant packaging is a common reason for rejection or payment withholding.
Next steps
- Read the full solicitation on SAM.gov using solicitation number SPRMM126QKD20. The posted date was October 16, 2026.
- Download all attachments, including specifications, drawings, and any applicable qualifying requirements.
- Confirm deadline firmness: The response deadline is October 31, 2026 at 4:30 PM Eastern Time. DLA typically does not accept late bids.
- Submit questions early if any specification requirements are unclear—allow time for agency response and any resulting amendment.
View the official notice on SAM.gov →