Penetrator, hull

The Department of the Navy Naval Supply Systems Command is seeking to procure Hull Penetrator cable, cord, and wire assemblies for communication equipment under NSN 1H-5995-012432508-L1. This pre-solicitation notice indicates that the agency is in the preliminary stages of preparing a formal solicitation for these communication equipment components. The procurement references technical data package version 003 and reference number CPG1025/1-101, suggesting specific technical specifications and requirements will govern the contract. While the pre-solicitation notice does not explicitly detail evaluation criteria or provide specific deadline information for questions, interested contractors should note that the due date for proposals is March 20, 2026, providing a window to prepare responses once the formal solicitation is released. Contractors are advised to monitor official procurement channels for the release of the formal solicitation document, which will contain detailed specifications, evaluation factors, and submission requirements.

This procurement is designated as a Total Small Business set-aside, meaning only small businesses as defined by the Small Business Administration are eligible to compete for this contract. The notice does not identify any incumbent contractors or current supplier information. The government is seeking to procure six units with delivery on a free-on-board origin basis, meaning the supplier bears shipping responsibility to the designated delivery point. No specific award value or budget range is disclosed in this pre-solicitation notice. Contractors interested in pursuing this opportunity should ensure they meet small business size standards applicable to cable and wire assembly manufacturing and begin preparing technical and commercial proposals to meet the March 20, 2026 deadline.