Connector Body, Plug, Electrical

The Department of National Defence Canada has issued solicitation W8482-275463/A for the procurement of electrical connector body plugs intended for use with HFX-class sonar towed array groups. The requirement consists of two line items for part number 1127652S, totaling 15 units to be delivered to CFB Halifax and CFB Esquimalt. The contract is awarded on an item-by-item basis to the lowest evaluated price that meets all mandatory technical criteria. Bidders proposing equivalent or substitute products must provide comprehensive technical specifications, descriptive literature, and compliance statements, as well as a letter from the Original Equipment Manufacturer or a certified agent. The solicitation includes strict requirements for packaging, marking, and quality assurance. Contractors must adhere to specific standards based on their location, such as Canadian Forces specifications, US Department of Defense MIL-STDs, or NATO standards. All items must be barcoded using the UCC/EAN-128 standard and must comply with the Controlled Goods Program and the Defence Production Act. Additionally, the contract mandates adherence to safety regulations for hazardous materials, including the provision of bilingual Safety Data Sheets. The submission deadline has been extended to October 16, 2026, at 14:00 EDT, and proposals must be submitted in either official language of Canada through approved electronic or fax channels.