5935 - 01-678-7255 SWA5 ADAPTER, CONNECTOR, ETHERNET CAPABILITY/CONNECTIVITY RECEPTACLE CONNECTOR ASSEMBLY

The contract solicitation N0010426RK006, issued by NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support Mech under the Department of Defense, seeks the procurement of Ethernet adapter connector assemblies identified by National Stock Number 5935-01-678-7255. This procurement is conducted as a Total Small Business Set-Aside under NAICS code 334417 and requires the manufacture, assembly, and delivery of rugged, hermetically sealed Ethernet connectivity receptacle connectors meeting stringent defense-grade specifications. The contract emphasizes compliance with quality standards, including ISO 9001:2015 for critical items, and incorporates detailed fabrication specifications (notably Spec 6990510) ensuring military-grade performance and reliability. Delivery and production milestones have defined timelines measured in days following contract award and first article test approval. Inspection and acceptance occur at the contractor’s facility, with government quality assurance representatives responsible for final acceptance based on thorough testing against contractual standards, including 100% inspection of critical characteristics under applicable MIL-STD sampling procedures. The contract incorporates specific first article testing requirements to validate production processes, governed by FAR clause 52.209-3 with Alternate I. The procurement operates under firm fixed price terms with FOB origin shipping and requires electronic proposal submissions by January 8, 2026, following instructions for sealed bidding under FAR procedures. Amendments to the solicitation have extended proposal due dates and refined submission and offer adjustment protocols. Contract data deliverables include test procedures, inspection reports, and failure analysis with mandated submission and approval workflows to ensure ongoing quality verification. Cybersecurity is a key compliance area, requiring adherence to DFARS clauses 252.204-7012 and 252.204-7020, mandating implementation of NIST SP 800-171 controls for safeguarding covered defense information and enhanced measures for cleared contractor systems, including incident reporting and subcontractor flow-down responsibilities. Proposal evaluations require distinct documentation volumes addressing introductory material, past performance, and pricing, submitted electronically with file size and format restrictions. Invoicing will be conducted exclusively through the Wide Area WorkFlow system (WAWF), underscoring standardized government payment processes. Through these requirements, the contract ensures that small business offerors deliver high-quality, secure, and compliant Ethernet connector assemblies aligned with Department of Defense technical, timing, and regulatory standards.