Attachment 7 Request for Information.pdf
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- 8 and 14 element cable kits Federal contract opportunity
- Solicitation number
- 6973GH-25-Q-00197
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This document is a Request for Information (RFI) containing four questions and answers related to a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) cable contract. The key details include: a requirement for a First Article Test (FAT) for sample cables, with testing required before production units are accepted; specifications for cable and connector components, mandating phase-stable cable from Andrew and soldered center pin connectors; and specific shipping instructions for First Article Test (FAT) and production units to two different addresses at the Mike Monroney Aeronautical Center in Oklahoma City.
The document also addresses technical drawing details, with the FAA noting that certain older drawing numbers (732662 and 732672) are no longer relevant, and providing guidance on current drawing versions. A specific technical note indicates that vendors cannot use non-adhesive heat shrink on cables, as detailed in drawing 230161. The RFI provides clear, specific guidance for potential vendors on technical requirements, testing procedures, component specifications, and shipping instructions for the cable contract.
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| Sol_6973GH-25-Q-00197 P00003.pdf | ||
| 6973GH-25-Q-00197 P0002.pdf | ||
| SOW MK 1 antenna array cable set Vol2.pdf | ||
| 6973GH-25-Q-00197 A0001.pdf | ||
| FB914211-TABb.pdf | ||
| FB230161-0001e.pdf | ||
| FB267450-TABb.pdf | ||
| DE-B-732670-1 REVB.pdf | ||
| Heliax cable building R3 082625.pdf | ||
| DE-B-732669-1 Rev B.pdf | ||
| DE-B-732662 REVE.pdf | ||
| DE-B-732672-1 Rev B.pdf | ||
| SOW MK 1 antenna array cable set 100225.pdf | ||
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Attachment 8
Request for Information:
1. Question: First Article Test (FAT) Requirements: Could you please confirm if a First Article Test is required for this contract? The RFQ mentions the construction of sample cables. We want to clarify if these sample cables will be formally evaluated as a First Article. If so, what specific tests or documentation will the FAA require as part of the FAT approval process?
Answer: Yes, unless you can provide the waiver information in one of the AC0123, then an FAT will be required and tested before the other production units are accepted.
2. Question: Brand Name or Equal Components: The drawings/specifications reference certain brand-name items (e.g., CommScope/Andrew Heliax cable and connectors). Would the FAA accept “brand-name-or-equal” components – for example, equivalent coaxial cable and connectors from another qualified manufacturer – provided they meet or exceed the required specifications and form/fit/function? Or is this requirement considered a closed design where only the exact specified brand/part numbers are acceptable? We want to ensure we source components correctly.
Answer: Cable-must be phase stable cable. Andrew number is listed in drawings for this. Vendors are required to prove with documentation that they used phase stable cabling. Connectors – must be a soldered center pin only.
3. Delivery Location and Packaging Requirements: We see a Delivery Location Code (A6973G4F) in the RFQ. Could you clarify the exact delivery address for the cable kits and whether there are any special packaging or labeling requirements for shipment? We typically individually bag and label each cable and protect connectors with caps for transit – please advise if FAA has any specific packing instructions or if delivery to the Mike Monroney Aeronautical Center in Oklahoma is expected (based on the solicitation details).
Answer: Yes, the shipping location is different for FAT because it is going directly to
A6973G4F
6973G4 DOT FAA AJW-L700 TSF
7100 S MACARTHUR BLVD BLDG 215
*ATTN BRENT BILLERBECK*
OKLAHOMA CITY OK 731696901 US
And the other units are going to
A697349F
697349 DOT FAA AJW-L300
M F OPERATING STOCK
Attachment 8
6500 S MACARTHUR BLVD
OKLAHOMA CITY OK 731696901 US.
There are shipping specifications in the SOW on how to mark them.
4. Question: Our engineer reviewed the drawings available in SAM and would like to request the following documents as well:
Answer: 732662 & 732672 are not relevant as they call out the older style of cables used in the past. Not what we want today. The updated drawings are the current version.
The other three are related to pieces of the cable.
In 230161, there is a note on the last page about the vendor can use heat shrink that is non-adhesive if they choose to. We don’t allow that option
732662 732672 230161 267450 914211
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