NAWCAD WOLF - Fiber Optic Cable Assemblies for AN/SPN-46
ID: N0042125Q1031Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE NAVYNAVAL AIR WARFARE CENTER AIR DIVPATUXENT RIVER, MD, 20670-1545, USA

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Fiber Optic Cable Manufacturing (335921)

PSC

FIBER OPTIC CABLE ASSEMBLIES AND HARNESSES (6020)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)
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    The Department of Defense, through the Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division, is seeking qualified vendors to supply fiber optic cable assemblies for the AN/SPN-46 radar system. The procurement involves acquiring 40 specific fiber optic cable assemblies, with delivery required by May 30, 2025, and is conducted under competitive acquisition procedures with a firm fixed-price contract. These assemblies are critical for military applications, ensuring reliable communication and operational effectiveness. Interested vendors must submit their quotes by April 14, 2025, and comply with registration requirements in the System for Award Management (SAM) as well as U.S. export control laws. For further inquiries, vendors can contact Maria A. Sproul at maria.a.sproul.civ@us.navy.mil or by phone at 240-808-9150.

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    The document is a Request for Quotation (RFQ) issued by the Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division for the procurement of fiber optic cable assemblies required for the AN/SPN-46(V) Precision Approach and Landing System. Interested vendors must submit their quotes by March 12, 2025, and comply with federal regulations, including registration in the System for Award Management (SAM). The procurement is competitive and on a firm fixed-price basis, following the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) guidelines. Key points include the requirement for specific part numbers of fiber optic assemblies, including 20 units each of two different types. Vendors are tasked with conducting a light loss test and delivering the assemblies to a specified address in Saint Inigoes, MD, within three months after order receipt. The document emphasizes export control compliance, mandating that only certified companies may access certain technical data. Moreover, it delineates requirements for quotations, including FOB, estimated delivery dates, and necessary certifications. Overall, this RFQ is part of the government's strategy for obtaining essential technical components while ensuring compliance with procurement procedures and regulations.
    The document is a Request for Quotation (RFQ) from the Naval Air Warfare Center for Fiber Optic Cable Assemblies required for the AN/SPN-46 radar system. It outlines procurement details, including the specifics of the items needed, submission deadlines, and requirements for participating vendors. The procurement will be conducted as a competitive acquisition, adhering to appropriate Federal Acquisition Regulations. Vendors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) and provide technical data along with their quotes. Compliance with U.S. export control laws is mandated, as technical data is export-controlled. Suppliers are required to meet specific deliverables and conduct testing upon request. The RFQ seeks to procure 40 fiber optic cable assemblies, with delivery due by 30 May 2025. Overall, this document emphasizes the importance of compliance, competitive pricing, and the meticulous nature of government procurement processes, ensuring that supplies are reliable and meet specified technical standards for military applications.
    This document is an amendment to a solicitation issued by the Naval Air Warfare Center Air Division. Its primary purpose is to extend the closing date for submissions to April 14, 2025, at 5:00 PM Eastern Time, thereby allowing vendors additional time to submit their quotes. The solicitation pertains to a competitive procurement under Simplified Acquisition Procedures, where the government intends to award a firm fixed-price purchase order. Contractors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) and must comply with U.S. export control laws to receive related technical data. The amendment clarifies that all proposals must include sufficient technical information for evaluation, and the contract will be awarded based on the lowest evaluated price of compliant proposals. Additionally, vendors are instructed to provide specific information with their responses, such as shipping costs, entity identifiers, and estimated delivery dates. The document reinforces that the solicitation's terms remain largely unchanged, highlighting the importance of adherence to the submission guidelines for successful bidding.
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