297 Questions 5-16-23 CUI.pdf

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Minuteman Missile Cable Assemblies Federal contract opportunity
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SPRHA223R0297
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Defense Logistics Agency Aviation

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This document contains questions and answers related to a federal solicitation for Minuteman missile cable assemblies. The solicitation is set aside for small businesses only and seeks cable assemblies that fit within technical data package files labeled by National Stock Numbers provided in the attachments. Questions addressed testing requirements, which will ensure cable assemblies fit properly and function electrically without destructive testing, spare parts, or repairs needed for first article units. The original first article may be returned to the contractor for updates after consultation with the First Article lab. The purpose of testing clause is to make vendors aware the government may require collaboration on test procedures and contact vendors for advice during First Article testing.

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Questions related to SPRHA2‐23‐R‐0297 3/27/23

Q: Is there supplier for these parts?

RFE23050498‐001 Adapter Connector (Top Dwg: NSN: 5995‐01‐685‐2681) RFE23050497‐001 Adapter, IFD, Backshell (Top Dwg: NSN: 5995‐01‐685‐0827)

A: Both parts mentioned are custom machined parts. The dimensions and raw material are all included on the drawing. Any vendor looking to manufacture the cable will need to get a quote for these items

5/16/23

Q: Will the original first article unit be returned to the contractor for updating?

A: The original first article will be held by the FA lab until the vendor coordinates with the FA lab on what they would like to do. The first article may be sent back the vendor if that is what they want, it will be between them and the FA lab.

Q: Can the Government elaborate on the testing identified and how the contractor should address any risks associated with unknown testing requirements?

A: The testing for these cables consists of making sure they fit in the fixture and function correctly electrically. There should not be any destructive testing, spare parts support, or repair required for any cable first articles.

Q’s:

1) Please clarify the requirement for the contractor to provide operating and maintenance instructions from the TDP provided for this solicitation.

2) Please provide clarification of the spare parts support requirement.

3) Similar to the question from subparagraph “e”, can the Government elaborate on the testing identified and how the contractor should address any risks associated with unknown testing requirements?

A: The testing for these cables consists of making sure they fit in the fixture and function correctly electrically. There should not be any destructive testing, spare parts support, or repair required for any cable first articles. The purpose of this clause is to make the vendor aware that the government may require collaboration on testing procedures. The vendor may be contacted for advice/suggestions during

FA testing.

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