How to bid on Special Purpose Electrical Cable Assembly for the DEPT of the Army

What the agency is buying

The Department of the Army is seeking bids for Special Purpose Electrical Cable Assemblies. This is a firm-fixed-price contract with a 100% option. The specific item is NSN: 6150-01-260-2747, Part Number 19200. This opportunity is for suppliers of electrical cable assemblies.

Key dates and deadlines

This Invitation for Bids (IFB) was published on July 14, 2026. All questions regarding the IFB must be submitted by August 3, 2026, at 2:00 PM local time (Warren MI). The final deadline for bid submissions is August 13, 2026, at 1:00 PM ET. Bids submitted after this time will be rejected.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is suitable for U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) contractors who can supply special purpose electrical cable assemblies. Access to the Technical Data Package (TDP) is restricted to DoD and U.S. DoD contractors. Bidders must be granted TDP access before submitting a bid, or their submission will be rejected. This is a supply contract for electrical components.

How to respond

To access the solicitation, click “View original source” on the portal. If the first click leads to the homepage, click it again to go directly to the bid. You may need a free account to view all documents, though this is not always required. Once you have access, carefully review the entire IFB, including Sections L and M. All questions must be emailed to Richard Hall and Ryan Nawrocki by the stated deadline. Responses to questions will be posted to SAM.gov. Ensure you complete all necessary fill-ins and representations within the IFB. Acknowledge receipt of all IFB amendments by the bid due date and time.

Tips for a competitive response

Read the entire Invitation for Bids carefully, paying close attention to Sections L and M, which typically outline submission requirements and evaluation criteria. The government will evaluate bids without discussions, so ensure all necessary information for review and evaluation is contained within your submission. Do not assume the government will search for data to correct problems in your bid.

Ensure all required fill-ins and representations throughout the IFB are completed accurately. Failure to complete any of these items may lead to your bid being rejected. If amendments are issued, acknowledge their receipt by the bid deadline, as specified in the IFB. Timely submission of questions is crucial; the government is not obligated to answer questions submitted after the deadline.