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KITCO Fiber Optics

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N0017826Q6840Federal

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NAICS: 335921
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CABLE ASSEMBLY, FIBER O
Solicitation # SPE7M1-26-T-346D
Solicitation SPE7M1-26-T-346D is a fixed-price request for quotations issued by DLA Land and Maritime for the procurement of three fiber optic cable assemblies, identified by NSN 6020-01-721-7293. The requirement specifies a delivery period of 168 days after order, with a need ship date of March 9, 2027, and a final required delivery date of March 31, 2027. Delivery is set as FOB Destination to DLA Distribution San Joaquin in Tracy, California, where both inspection and acceptance will occur. The contract mandates strict packaging and preservation standards, requiring the use of Method 10-Physical Protection, MIL-STD-2073-1E, and MIL-STD-129 for marking. Specific requirements for fiber optic cables include covering ends with a four-inch neutral wrap and utilizing spools or reels with a minimum six-inch diameter. Technical data associated with this item is subject to export control under ITAR or EAR regulations, requiring contractors to have approved US/Canada Joint Certification Program certification and specific DLA authorization. Administrative requirements include the use of the Wide Area WorkFlow system for electronic invoicing and receiving reports. Offerors must comply with the Buy American Act and the Berry Amendment, with mandatory disclosure for any non-domestic materials. The solicitation provides a price evaluation preference for certified HUBZone small businesses and incorporates the DLA Master Solicitation for Automated Simplified Acquisitions Revision 105. Items produced via additive manufacturing are ineligible for award without prior approval from the contracting officer.
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The U.S. Navy’s Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division is soliciting quotations for twenty units of KITCO Fiber Optics part number KFO 15700, a 4-channel single-mode fiber optic pigtail, under solicitation N0017826Q6840. This procurement is issued as a combined synopsis/solicitation under FAR Part 12 using simplified acquisition procedures and will be awarded on a lowest price technically acceptable basis. The requirement is sole sourced to KITCO Fiber Optics of Norfolk, Virginia, due to the proprietary nature of the product, which is mission-critical for the continued operation and development of the Mark 160 and Mark 34 systems. Only authorized resellers or distributors of KITCO Fiber Optics may submit a quotation, and they must provide documented proof of authorization from the original equipment manufacturer. All offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management and comply with applicable FAR and DFARS clauses, including Buy American or Trade Agreements requirements based on value, with all costs including shipping, freight, duties, and tariffs included in the firm-fixed-price quote. Proposals are due by 12:00 p.m. EST on July 22, 2026, with an anticipated award date by September 8, 2026. The products must be delivered to Dahlgren, Virginia, and no additional costs will be permitted after award. Quotations lacking required OEM authorization documentation or taking exception to the solicitation terms will not be considered. Offerors are encouraged to provide pricing data to support price reasonableness determinations. The point of contact for questions is Sharon Lathroum, reachable via email at Sharon.a.lathroum.civ@us.navy.mil, and all inquiries must reference the solicitation number in the subject line. This procurement falls under NAICS code 335921 for digital network products and is classified under PSC 7G21 for IT and telecom hardware and perpetual licenses.

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U.S. Navy sole-sources 20 KITCO fiber optic pigtails to authorized resellers under simplified acquisition, due July 22, 2026.

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Department Of Defense → Nswc DahlgrenView Agency

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335921 - Fiber Optic Cable ManufacturingView NAICS

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VA

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AgencyDepartment Of Defense → Nswc Dahlgren
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OfficeDAHLGREN, VA, 22448-5154, USA
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Office AddressDAHLGREN, VA, 22448-5154, USA

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COMBINED SYNOPSIS/SOLICITATION #: N0017826Q6840Submitted by: Sharon Lathroum NAICS Code: 335921FSC/PSC Code: 7G21Anticipated Date to be published in SAM.gov: 07/16/2026Anticipated Closing Date: 07/22/2026Contracts POC Name: Sharon Lathroum Email Address: Sharon.a.lathroum.civ@us.navy.milPSC/FSC Code and Description: 7G21 - IT and Telecom - network: digital network products (hardware and perpetual license software)Basis for award: X Brand Name - FAR 6.103-1(d) __ Sole Source - FAR 6.103-1(b)__ Full and Open - FAR 6.101__ Total Small Business Set Aside - FAR 19.104-1 This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items or service prepared in accordance with FAR Part 12 using the publicizing requirements of FAR Part 5.This announcement constitutes the only solicitation. Quotations are being requested and a separate written solicitation will not be issued.Synopsis/Solicitation N0017826Q6840 is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ). The provisions and clauses incorporated in this solicitation are those in effect through the Federal Acquisition Regulation and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement as of the date of issuance and are included in the attached SF 1449.For commercial acquisitions using simplified procedures under FAR Part 12, Buy American applies unless the value exceeds the applicable Trade Agreements threshold, in which case Trade Agreements apply ? except where an exception applies.The Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division (NSWCDD) intends to procure products/service manufactured by KITCO Fiber Optics as follows: for twenty (20) ASY, 7B12P1-LC, 4CH, SM, 1FT Pigtail, part number KFO 15700. See the attached Requirements List. KITCO Fiber Optics is located in Norfolk, Virginia. Procurement of 4-Channel Kitco Fiber Pigtails (Part Number: KFO15700) is mission-critical to replenish depleted inventory and support ongoing system development, integration, and testing for the Mark 160 (MK 160) and Mark 34 (MK 34) programs. These specific fiber optic pigtails are essential for the vital interconnection of all MK 160, MK 34All costs associated with this requirement must be included in the quoted price. This includes shipping and freight to Dahlgren, VA 22448-5114 as well as any tariff or duty charges. No additional costs may be added after award. Where applicable, DFARS 252.225-7013, Duty-Free Entry, will be incorporated. The Government will utilize Simplified Acquisition Procedures, and the order will be issued on a firm fixed-price basis.All responsible offerors shall submit a quotation in response to this solicitation. By submission of a quotation, the offeror represents compliance with the applicable representations and certifications, which are incorporated by reference and completed in the System for Award Management (SAM), as applicable. Submission of a quotation shall constitute the offeror?s unconditional agreement to the terms and conditions of this solicitation. The offeror shall provide documentation from the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) confirming the offeror is an authorized reseller or distributor of the brand-name item(s) quoted. Quotations submitted without such documentation may not be considered for award. Quotations that take exception to the terms and conditions of this solicitation may be rejected.Offerors are encouraged to submit published pricing, historical pricing data, or other information to support the Government?s price analysis and determination of fair and reasonable pricing. Quotes will only be accepted from authorized re-sellers who have provided a Letter of Authorization. Award will be made on a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable basis.In order to be eligible for award, firms must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM). Offerors may obtain information on registration in SAM by calling 866-606-8220, or via the Internet at https://www.sam.gov. Proposal is due by 22 July 2026, no later than 12:00 p.m. EST with an anticipated award date by 8 September 2026. Questions and responses regarding this synopsis/solicitation may be submitted by e-mail to Sharon.a.lathroums.civ@us.navy.mil prior to the RFQ closing. Email should reference Synopsis/Solicitation Number N0017826Q6840 in the subject line.Attachments ? -Requirements List, SF1449: Solicitation/Contract/Order for Commercial Items

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