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High-Voltage (HV) Cable and Connector Supply

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The contract involves the supply of high-voltage cable assemblies and mating connectors featuring PTFE insulators, specifically intended for use at the James River Reserve Fleet site. The work includes ensuring the performance through visual inspection and verifying electrical continuity of the supplied components, confirming their quality and compliance with project requirements. This subcontract is designated as a Total Small Business Set-Aside under FAR 19.5, indicating it is exclusively available to small business entities. Issued by the Department of Transportation's Maritime Administration, the procurement aligns with NAICS code 335921, which pertains to the manufacture of communication and energy wire and cable. The place of performance is located in Fort Eustis, with execution and delivery expected to support the operational needs at this site. The contract was made available on May 4, 2026, underscoring the government's ongoing efforts to maintain and upgrade high-voltage cable infrastructure within maritime fleet operations.

General Info

Supply of high-voltage PTFE cable assemblies for James River, small business set-aside contract.

Agency

Department Of Transportation → 6933A2 DOT Maritime Administration

NAICS

335921 - Fiber Optic Cable Manufacturing

Place of Performance

Fort Eustis, VA, 23604, USA

Set-Aside

SBA

Documents

This scope was carved out of 6933A226Q000007.

The full solicitation package (4 documents), including the RFP, is on the prime solicitation, not on this scope.

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James River Reserve Fleet HV Cable Expansion

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PostedMay 4

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AgencyDepartment Of Transportation → 6933A2 DOT Maritime Administration

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Organization / AgencyDepartment Of Transportation → 6933A2 DOT Maritime Administration

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Supply of high-voltage cable assemblies and mating connectors with PTFE insulators for installation at the James River Reserve Fleet site, requiring visual and electrical continuity verification.

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