CABLE, FIBER OPTIC

The Defense Logistics Agency awarded a sole-source contract to GENUINE CABLE GROUP, LLC CAGE 0XJK1 for the procurement of 7,822 military reels of fiber optic cable under NSN 6015014226497, with a total contract value of $26,360.14. The award was made on July 21, 2026, under solicitation SPE7M5-26-T-174X, with delivery required by November 18, 2026, at the DLA Distribution San Diego facility. The contract is structured as a fixed-price delivery order with FOB Origin terms, meaning title and risk of loss transfer to the Government upon shipment. Performance must comply with MIL-STD-2073-1E for packaging and preservation, including Method 10-Physical packaging, spooling on reels with minimum six-inch diameter, and secure cushioning in approved containers. All items must be marked and barcoded per MIL-STD-129 using 2D barcodes, and hazardous materials must be labeled according to 29 CFR 1910.1200 and MIL-STD-129. The cable must conform to MIL-PRF-85045H and MIL-PRF-85045/16D specifications and be sourced from a qualified manufacturer on the Qualified Products List. Inspection and acceptance occur at destination by the Government using MIL-STD-1916 and ASQ Z1.4 standards with zero non-conformances required. Invoicing must be submitted electronically via Wide Area WorkFlow, and payment is facilitated by DFAS in Columbus, Ohio. The contract incorporates a robust suite of FAR and DFARS clauses including cybersecurity protections under 252.204-7012, supply chain risk under 252.239-7018, trafficking in persons and employment verification under Deviation 2026-00038, and the prohibition of hexavalent chromium and mercury use. The contractor must provide Safety Data Sheets prior to delivery and adhere to all packaging, labeling, and preservation standards. The underlying procurement vehicle type is unspecified, but the contract operates under a rated order and DPAS priority system. No options, subcontracting requirements, or socioeconomic set-asides are stated, and the award basis