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This is a Memorandum to the File documenting the justification for a sole-source procurement from TPC Wire and Cable Corp. for a specific cable assembly used in naval submarine shore power applications. The document details a cable assembly (part no. MA115707F1010) consisting of a 10 ft. 500 MCM/3Conductor THOF Enhanced Plus cable with female TPC molded locking connectors, which TPC Wire and Cable Corp. holds a patent for manufacturing. The procurement is being conducted under the simplified acquisition threshold, with a required delivery date of 8/30/25.

The justification for sole-source procurement is based on TPC Wire and Cable Corporation's restrictive rights, specifically their patent (Patent #US9, 425, 574 B2) for molded locking male and female connectors. The company's connectors are compression/transfer molded directly onto the cable full integral fill, with connectors tested to 2,000 lbs. without failure and passing 1500 psi high-pressure washdown testing. The document is part of a solicitation (SPMYM4-25-Q-0639) by DLA Maritime Pearl Harbor for this specialized cable assembly, set aside for small businesses, with quotes due by 07/08/2025.