Cable wet bifurcated

The Defense Logistics Agency Land and Maritime is procuring 2 units of SEACON 5078140-459-21 Cable Break-Away Electrical cables, specifically wet bifurcated cable assemblies that must include completed hydrostatic testing. This specialized procurement requires contractors to provide manufacturer information, country of origin, and lead time details, while also ensuring compliance with NIST SP 800-171 cybersecurity standards unless the items qualify as Commercial Off The Shelf (COTS). The solicitation mandates electronic submission through SAM.gov with a critical deadline of July 3, 2025 at 4:00 PM local time, and emphasizes that late bids will not be considered for award. Contractors must submit complete solicitations with all required documentation, including hydrostatic test reports following DGO TEST QTR-3350 REV standards, and must check applicable boxes in clause 52.204-24. The evaluation will focus on responsiveness to technical specifications and timely delivery requirements.

This procurement is designated as a total small business set-aside under NAICS code 335999 with a size standard of 600 employees, indicating the government's commitment to supporting small business participation. The solicitation references ALGO as the sole manufacturer of these specialized cable assemblies, with Branner Enterprises identified as an authorized dealer, suggesting limited competition due to the unique technical specifications required. The contract requires delivery to Puget Sound Naval Shipyard in Bremerton, Washington by July 25, 2025, with air shipment authorization to meet the tight timeline. While specific contract values are not disclosed in the main solicitation, the sole source justification indicates this type of procurement typically falls within the $5,000 to $250,000 range under FAR 13.106(b). The cables must serve as direct replacements for existing equipment with exact form, fit, and function requirements, emphasizing the critical nature of maintaining current system compatibility.