CABLE ASSEMBLY, SPEC

This contract, issued under solicitation number SPE4A6-26-T-45Q1 by the ASC Commodities Division of the Department of Defense, seeks the procurement of two radio frequency cable assemblies with NSN 5995-01-494-0182 and part number 7030165-501, to be delivered to Industries of the Blind Inc in Greensboro, NC. Delivery is required within 171 days after receipt of order, with an original delivery date of January 4, 2027 and a need ship date of November 1, 2026, under FOB origin terms, meaning title and risk transfer to the government at the supplier’s location. Inspection and acceptance occur at the destination, with the government retaining full authority to reject non-conforming items. All packaging and labeling must comply with MIL-STD-129 and ASTM D3951, though the DLA Master List of Technical and Quality Requirements takes precedence over all other standards, including specific requirements for palletization under RP001. The contract mandates strict adherence to cybersecurity standards, requiring implementation of NIST SP 800-171 safeguards for Covered Defense Information, mandatory cyber incident reporting within 72 hours, and a CMMC Level 2 self-assessment. Compliance with DFARS 252.204-7012, 7020, and 7018 is required, prohibiting the use of covered telecommunications equipment from designated foreign entities. Sampling for quality assurance must follow MIL-STD-1916 or ASQ H1331 Table 1, with zero non-conformances required for acceptance unless otherwise specified; attributes are classified as critical, major, or minor with corresponding verification levels or AQLs. The contract applies to simplified acquisition procedures under FAR 52.213-4 and specifies electronic invoicing exclusively through WAWF. Contractors must maintain current UEI and CAGE codes in SAM and provide accurate socioeconomic representations, including size status and any applicable small business certifications. The provision of services or products must comply with whistleblower protections, anti-trafficking requirements, and restrictions on compensation of former DoD officials. Pricing details are not provided in the solicitation, making the total contract value undetermined, and the contract type remains unspecified pending completion of FAR clause 52.216-1 by the contracting officer.