Bid guide
How to bid on Cable Assembly, Special for the DEPT of the Army
What the Army is buying and why it matters
The Department of the Army is conducting market research for a special cable assembly, NSN 5995-01-659-9699, part number 13678655. They are looking for potential vendors to manufacture these items.
The planned purchase is for 15 units, with an option for an additional 15 units, totaling up to 30. These will need to be delivered to their destination and packaged to Military Packaging B standards. This is an opportunity for manufacturers of electronic components to show their capabilities to the Army.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
This is a Request for Information (RFI) and Sources Sought notice, not a request for proposals or a contract award. The deadline for responses is August 06, 2026, at 4:00 PM ET. All information submissions must be received by this time.
Responses will help the Army plan its acquisition strategy for a potential future purchase. The government is not committed to issuing a solicitation or awarding a contract based on this announcement.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for both small and large businesses with expertise in manufacturing electronic components, specifically cable assemblies. The NAICS code associated with this is 334419, Other Electronic Component Manufacturing.
Vendors must have ISO 9001:2015 certification or an equivalent. A key requirement is valid certification under the United States / Canada Joint Certification Program (JCP) to access the export-controlled technical data package. JCP registration can take several weeks, so early action is advised.
How to respond
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Responses must be submitted via email to Zachary Wiegand at [email protected]. Include your firm's name and address, CAGE Code, point of contact, business size status, summary of manufacturing expertise, delivery capability, place of performance, confirmation of NAICS code appropriateness, whether it's commercial or noncommercial, and an estimate of production lead time and monthly delivery rate. You should also add your name to the Interested Vendors list on SAM.gov.
Tips for preparing a competitive response
Since this is market research, focus on clearly demonstrating your firm's ability, capability, and responsibility to manufacture and deliver the cable assemblies. Provide concise summaries for each requested item.
Ensure your CAGE Code is valid and verifiable in SAM.gov. If claiming small business status, confirm it is accurately reflected in SAM.gov. Highlight any specific experience with similar cable assemblies or military packaging standards. Be realistic with your estimated production lead time and monthly delivery rate.
See the live bid — deadline, agency details, and how to respond
Dates and requirements can change via addenda; always verify on the bid page and at the original source before responding.
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