Off-the-shelf Cables
ID: W91ZLK-RFI-CABLESType: Presolicitation
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW6QK ACC-APG DIRABER PROV GRD, MD, 21005-3013, USA

NAICS

Fiber Optic Cable Manufacturing (335921)

PSC

IT AND TELECOM - NETWORK: DIGITAL NETWORK PRODUCTS (HARDWARE AND PERPETUAL LICENSE SOFTWARE) (7G21)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/03ef4e65b5c049f696807e54cb553815/view
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, specifically the U.S. Army Aberdeen Test Center (ATC), is seeking pricing for four specific types of off-the-shelf cables to support data acquisition for a five-year contract. The required cables include an Omega temperature cable, Belden computer cable, Belden audio control cable, and Belden 50-ohm Triax cable, each with strict specifications regarding part numbers, materials, and spool lengths, emphasizing that substitutions are not permitted. These cables are critical for the ATC's operations in ballistics testing, ensuring reliable and standardized materials are available for Live Fire Test and Evaluation. Interested vendors must submit their responses electronically to Robert J. Rogers at robert.j.rogers41.civ@army.mil by April 30, 2025, at 10:00 AM EDT, and are encouraged to address specific questions regarding their capacity to meet the procurement requirements.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Robert J. Rogers
    robert.j.rogers41.civ@army.mil
    Birgit M. Jones
    birgit.m.jones.civ@army.mil
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    ATC Cable Requirements Description.pdf
    The U.S. Army Aberdeen Test Center (ATC) is seeking to procure four specific types of cables for data acquisition, outlining strict requirements with no substitutions allowed. The cables include: Omega temperature cable (50,000 feet/year), Belden computer cable (150,000 feet/year), Belden audio control cable (10,000 feet/year), and Belden 50-ohm Triax cable (20,000 feet/year). Each cable has defined specifications regarding part numbers, materials, and spool lengths, emphasizing the need for consistency in delivery. The products must be delivered to the ATC's Aberdeen Proving Ground location within 90 days of order receipt. This request for proposal (RFP) reflects the ATC’s commitment to obtaining reliable and standardized materials essential for its operations.
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