Request for Information (RFI), Cable Assembly, Special Purpose, NSN: 5995-01-679-8233
ID: W912CH-25-Q-0002Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW6QK ACC- DTAWARREN, MI, 48397-5000, USA

NAICS

Power, Distribution, and Specialty Transformer Manufacturing (335311)

PSC

CABLE, CORD, AND WIRE ASSEMBLIES: COMMUNICATION EQUIPMENT (5995)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/3fb005ee089c4b438e7479307e82a6cb/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Defense, specifically the Army Contracting Command - Detroit, is issuing a Request for Information (RFI) to gather insights for the potential acquisition of special purpose cable assemblies, identified by NSN: 5995-01-679-8233 and P/N: 10810047. This RFI aims to assess the capabilities and qualifications of both small and large businesses that can manufacture these cable assemblies, which are critical for communication equipment. Interested vendors are invited to submit detailed information regarding their firm’s identity, DUNS number, CAGE Code, business size, manufacturing expertise, delivery capabilities, and experience with First Article Testing, among other requirements. Responses must be submitted to Kaitlyn Fruhner at kaitlyn.n.fruhner.civ@army.mil by November 11, 2024, at 5:00 PM EST, with the understanding that this is solely for market research purposes and does not constitute a solicitation for proposals or a commitment to contract.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Kaitlyn Fruhner
    kaitlyn.n.fruhner.civ@army.mil
    Files
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    Request for Information.docx
    The Army Contracting Command - Detroit has issued a Request for Information (RFI) to gather market insights for manufacturing special purpose cable assemblies (NSN: 5995-01-679-8233, P/N: 10810047). This RFI, aimed at planning future acquisition strategies, invites responses from both small and large businesses interested in demonstrating their capabilities. Companies are requested to provide detailed information including firm identity, DUNS number, CAGE Code, business size, commercial availability of the item, manufacturing expertise, delivery capabilities, experience with First Article Testing, and location of production. The submission should also assess the appropriateness of the specified NAICS code (335311) concerning the requested items. Responses should be sent to Kaitlyn Fruhner by November 11, 2024, with no financial compensation for proposal preparation by the Government. The notice clarifies that this is solely an information-gathering activity and does not constitute a solicitation for proposals or a commitment to contract. This notice plays a vital role in enhancing the Government's understanding of vendor capabilities in supporting its defense procurement objectives while ensuring compliance with federal acquisition regulations.
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