How to bid on Branched Wiring Harnesses for the Department of Defense

What the Army is buying

The Army Contracting Command - Detroit Arsenal (ACC-DTA) is seeking branched wiring harnesses. Specifically, they need 132 units of NSN 6150-01-702-8103 (Part Number 12592422) and 8 units of NSN 6150-01-702-7450 (Part Number 12592423).

There is also an option for an additional 200% of these quantities. This is a Firm-Fixed-Price Order, meaning the price you propose will be the price paid if awarded. Inspection and acceptance will occur at the origin, and the delivery term is FOB Destination.

Key dates and deadlines

The solicitation was published on September 03, 2026. Proposals are due by September 17, 2026, at 3:00 PM ET. It is crucial to submit your proposal before this deadline. Any amendments to the solicitation, including changes to the proposal due date, will be posted electronically on the SAM.gov notice. You must review all amendments and respond to them before the closing date, or your proposal may be rejected.

Who this opportunity suits

This is a total small-business set-aside specifically for active holders of a Basic Ordering Agreement (BOA) under the Basic Ordering Agreement Sustainment Track (BOAST) program. If you do not have an executed BOAST BOA by the closing date, you will not be eligible for award.

The relevant NAICS code for this opportunity is 335999. This opportunity is suitable for small businesses that manufacture or supply electrical equipment and components, particularly those with experience in wiring harnesses. The items are export controlled, so bidders must have current Joint Certification Program (JCP) access to view the technical data package.

How to respond

To access the solicitation, click “View original source” on the portal. If you land on the portal’s homepage, click it again to go directly to the bid. You may need a free account to view the documents, though this is not always required.

All instructions for proposal submission, evaluation criteria (such as Price Only, LPTA, or Tradeoff), and order-specific clauses are contained within the attached BOAST RFOP document. You must review this document in its entirety to prepare your proposal.

Tips for preparing a competitive response

Ensure your company has an active BOAST Basic Ordering Agreement in place by the deadline. If you do not, you will not be considered for this award. Also, confirm your Joint Certification Program (JCP) access is current, as the technical data package is export controlled and requires JCP certification.

Carefully read the entire RFOP document, including all attachments and any amendments. Pay close attention to the proposal submission instructions and evaluation criteria to ensure your response is compliant and addresses all requirements. Double-check all quantities, part numbers, and NSNs to avoid errors in your bid.