NSN 5995-01-517-0682 - Cable Assembly, Radi

The Defense Logistics Agency Aviation is seeking cable assemblies for radio applications through an indefinite quantity contract for NSN 5995-01-517-0682. The procurement covers cable assembly components specifically designed for FA-18 aircraft variants (A-D, E/F, and G Growler models), with Times Microwave Systems, Inc. identified as the approved source for part number AE12435-408-303. This is classified as a critical application item requiring FOB Origin and Destination Inspection/Acceptance for DLA Direct operations. Pricing evaluation will be based on the Estimated Annual Demand of 101 units, with delivery required within 187 days after receipt of order. The solicitation is scheduled to be issued on approximately June 30, 2025, with a response deadline of July 30, 2025, and electronic offers are not acceptable as offerors must submit completed hard copy solicitation packages.

This procurement does not utilize any set-aside designations and will be conducted as an unrestricted solicitation open to all qualified contractors. Times Microwave Systems, Inc. is specifically named as the approved source manufacturer for the required cable assemblies, suggesting they may have proprietary or specialized manufacturing capabilities for this military application. The contract structure includes a guaranteed minimum quantity with an estimated annual demand of 101 cable assemblies per year. The agreement will span five base years with no option periods, and stock deliveries must be made to any facility within the Continental United States as specified on individual delivery orders. The 187-day delivery timeline indicates these are likely custom-manufactured or specialized components requiring extended production and quality assurance processes.