NSWCCD Sources Sought for Surlyn Jacketed Wire
ID: RFI_12132024Type: Sources Sought
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE NAVYNSWC CARDEROCKBETHESDA, MD, 20817-5700, USA

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Other Communication and Energy Wire Manufacturing (335929)
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    The Department of Defense, through the Naval Surface Warfare Center Carderock Division (NSWCCD), is seeking potential sources for the design, construction, testing, documentation, and delivery of Surlyn Jacketed Wire. The primary objective is to procure at least 60,000 feet of solid core, 22 AWG, tinned copper wire that effectively resists water intrusion and is suitable for pressure testing applications up to 15,000 psi. This procurement is critical for ensuring the integrity of instrumentation used in high-pressure environments, highlighting the need for reliable materials and expert insights on wire performance and manufacturing capabilities. Interested parties must submit their responses electronically to Michael S. Brodie at michael.s.brodie7.civ@us.navy.mil by 12:00 pm on January 13, 2025, and should include detailed company information as specified in the notice.

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    The Naval Surface Warfare Center (NSWC) Carderock Division is seeking information for the procurement of surlyn jacketed wire for pressure testing applications up to 15,000 psi. The objective is to acquire at least 60,000 feet of solid core, 22 AWG, tinned copper wire that effectively resists water intrusion. The document requests input on several technical specifications, including recommendations for insulation thickness, minimum order quantities by color run, and tolerances for the outer diameter of the wire. This solicitation highlights the NSWC’s commitment to obtaining reliable materials for specialized testing purposes, emphasizing the need for expert insights on wire performance and manufacturing capabilities. The requirements established in this sources sought notice are crucial for ensuring the integrity of instrumentation used in high-pressure environments.
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