Specialized Cable Parts and Assemblies for Navy Submarines

The FISC Norfolk Contracting Department, Groton Office, plans to award a sole source purchase order to General Dynamics, Electric Boat Division for the procurement of specialized cable parts and assemblies intended for Navy submarines. This acquisition will proceed under Simplified Acquisition Procedures and is justified as an Other Than Full and Open Competition procurement in accordance with FAR 6.302-1, citing direct replacement, compatibility, and proprietary considerations that necessitate awarding the contract to this specific vendor. The anticipated award is expected on or before June 12, 2009. This procurement is identified by solicitation number N00189CABLES2 and falls under the NAICS code 336611, which pertains to ship building and repairing. The notice clarifies that it is not a solicitation for offers, and the government reserves the discretion to decide against competitive bidding based on the responses received. The purchase supports the continued maintenance and operational readiness of Navy submarines by securing critical, specialized cable components directly from the established contractor capable of meeting proprietary and compatibility requirements.