Manual Bus Transfer (MBT) Cables
ID: N62789-26-Q-0004Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE NAVYSUP OF SHIPBUILDING GROTONGROTON, CT, 06340-4990, USA

NAICS

Noncurrent-Carrying Wiring Device Manufacturing (335932)

PSC

ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONIC ASSEMBLIES, BOARDS, CARDS, AND ASSOCIATED HARDWARE (5998)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/877d314e4c1a40eeb35633ea424dac74/view
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, through the Department of the Navy, is soliciting proposals for the manufacture and delivery of various Manual Bus Transfer (MBT) cables for the Naval Submarine Support Facility (NSSF) in Groton, Connecticut. The procurement includes the production of six 50-foot, 400-amp three-phase cables, as well as multiple single-phase cables of varying lengths and specifications, all of which must adhere to military standards and include specific connectors. These cables are critical for ensuring reliable electrical connections in naval operations, highlighting their importance in supporting submarine maintenance and operations. Proposals are due by 5:00 PM EST on January 5, 2026, and interested contractors should submit their offers electronically to the designated contacts, Roland Parrilla and Stephanie Neale, at the provided email addresses.

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    MBT_Cables_Spec.pdf
    This government solicitation outlines the requirements for manufacturing and delivering various shore power and single-phase cables for the Naval Submarine Support Facility (NSSF) in Groton, CT. The contractor must produce six 50-foot, 400-amp, three-phase cables with specific Viking and Duraline connectors, utilizing THOF-500 type cable per MIL-C-24368 and MIL-DTL-915G standards. Additionally, the contractor is required to manufacture eighteen 65-foot and eighteen 30-foot, 133.33-amp single-phase cables with Leviton and Duraline cam locks, using M24643/3-30UN “XLPOLYO” 1/C 600V cable. Six 30-foot, 400-amp, three-phase cables with Viking and Leviton connectors, also using THOF-500 type cable, are also specified. Two 20-foot grounding cables are also required. All cables must meet detailed material, construction, and identification specifications, with certifications and test reports submitted before delivery. The document also details specific delivery instructions and base access procedures for contractor personnel, including requirements for DBIDS credentials and background checks.
    N6278926Q0004_Solicitation.pdf
    This government Request for Proposal (RFP) N6278926Q0004, issued by SUPSHIP Groton, outlines the requirement for various types of MBT cables and associated shipping. The RFP details the manufacturing specifications for different lengths, amperages, and phases of cables, including both 50FT and 30FT 400-amp (3-phase) cables, 65FT and 30FT 133.33-amp (single-phase) cables with specific cam lock connectors (LEVITON and DURALINE), and 20FT 4/0 Type "W" grounding cables. All cables must comply with DFARS 252.211-7003 for item identification and valuation, and adhere to military specifications such as MIL-C-24368/1B and MIL-DTL-915G. Contractors are required to provide certifications and test reports demonstrating compliance with contact tightness checks and the Qualified Products List. Deliveries are scheduled for August 7, 2026, to Naval Submarine Support Facility (NSSF) in Groton, CT, and contractors must follow specific base access procedures, including background checks. The RFP also includes clauses on organizational conflict of interest, hazardous material exposure, invoicing via Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF), and on-site safety requirements.
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