Cable assembly, radio

Defense Logistics Agency Aviation seeks quotes for three radio frequency cable assemblies (NSN 5995-01-242-5495, line 0001) under request for quotations SPE4A727T3658, with quotes due November 17, 2026. The procurement is marked No Set-Aside Used, but the attached RFQ summary states that only vendors with access to the technical data or able to provide traceability to approved sources may quote.

Delivery is required within 88 days to DLA Distribution at New Cumberland, Pennsylvania, on a FOB Origin basis with inspection at origin. The RFQ summary identifies part number 1538-8230-140, manufactured by M/A-COM (CAGE 96341), as a source-controlled critical application item to be made and tested to Boeing Drawing 82918 675-20133-563, Revision AC. A Source Approval Request package is required from vendors considering source approval.

Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification Level 2 with C3PAO certification is required. Manufacturer inspection systems must comply with SAE AS9003 or ISO 9001, and packaging must follow ASTM D3951 and MIL-STD-129. Technical data subject to ITAR or EAR controls requires export-control compliance. Domestic-content requirements include the Berry Amendment (threshold reduced to $150,000), the Buy American Act, and DFARS 252.225-7001. Cybersecurity safeguards follow NIST SP 800-171.

The solicitation incorporates the DLA Master Solicitation for Automated Simplified Acquisitions, Revision 106 (November 3, 2026), and uses Fast Auto Evaluation procedures. Quotes must be submitted through DIBBS, payment runs through Wide Area Workflow, and sea transport must use U.S.-flag vessels. The contract includes small business rerepresentation requirements. Quotes may be awarded before the return date, and quantity ranges are encouraged due to demand volatility.