SOLE SOURCE – RF CABLES
ID: N0016425Q0547Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE NAVYNSWC CRANECRANE, IN, 47522-5001, USA

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Other Communication and Energy Wire Manufacturing (335929)

PSC

WIRE AND CABLE, ELECTRICAL (6145)
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Navy's NSWC Crane, is seeking a sole source procurement for Radio Frequency (RF) cables from Winchester Interconnect RF Corporation. This procurement is critical for military applications, particularly for the MK-82 Gun and Guided Missile Director system, and emphasizes unique item requirements that necessitate a sole source action. The Request for Quotation (RFQ) outlines specifications for manufacturing, inspecting, and delivering these cables, ensuring compliance with military standards and quality assurance protocols. Interested parties can reach out to Trista Ray at trista.m.ray.civ@us.navy.mil for further details regarding this opportunity.

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    This Request for Quotation (RFQ) outlines the federal government's procurement process for Radio Frequency (RF) cables intended for use within military applications, specifically for the MK-82 Gun and Guided Missile Director system. The RFQ specifies that the procurement is a sole source action, limited to Winchester Interconnect RF Corporation, due to unique item requirements. The document details the quantities, specifications, and pricing arrangements for various RF cable models, specifying accelerated delivery options at no additional cost to the government. The Statement of Work (SOW) stipulates comprehensive requirements for manufacturing, inspecting, and delivering these cables, emphasizing quality assurance and compliance with military standards for delivery and documentation. Along with obligations regarding the rights to technical data produced in this contract, it also mandates risk mitigation protocols for counterfeit materials. The overall structure encompasses guidelines for submission, inspection, and compliance, reflecting the government's commitment to both quality and security in its procurement practices for critical military components. This RFQ illustrates the government’s structured approach to navigating and securing specialized contracts within its defense operations.
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