MIL-PRF-24623D w/AMD 1, Splice, Fiber Optic Cable, General Specification For

The Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA), a defense agency within the Department of the Navy, has issued a Special Notice regarding the draft of MIL-PRF-24623D w/AMD 1, which is a general specification for fiber optic cable splices. This special notice is categorized under the Electronic Connector Manufacturing NAICS code 334417 and the Fiber Optic Interconnectors PSC category 6060. The document is intended to establish technical specifications and standards for fiber optic cable splices, with the goal of accommodating various design solutions and encouraging a diverse vendor base. The notice was posted on December 18, 2024, and is not a solicitation, but rather a preparatory document for potential future procurement activities.

Contractors interested in reviewing the draft specification can request a copy by emailing CommandStandards@navy.mil with the document number in the subject line. The review period for this draft specification ends on January 20, 2025, providing interested parties approximately one month to examine the document. While this is not a solicitation and does not have specific set-aside requirements, vendors in the electronic connector and fiber optic interconnector industries may find the draft specification relevant to their business. NAVSEA recommends that interested parties check ASSIST Online at https://quicksearch.dla.mil/ for the final version of the document when it becomes available. The broader objective appears to be developing a comprehensive specification that can support multiple design approaches and potentially expand the pool of qualified vendors for future fiber optic cable splice procurement.