61--WIRING HARNESS

PROCUREMENT OVERVIEW:
The opportunity involves the procurement of wiring harnesses for the Department of Defense, specifically through the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Aviation in Richmond, Virginia. The core need is to supply high-quality wiring harnesses that meet the specifications and standards required for military applications. This procurement is critical for ensuring the operational readiness and reliability of defense systems.

ISSUING ORGANIZATION:
The issuing organization is the Department of Defense, specifically the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Aviation, located in Richmond, Virginia, USA. For inquiries regarding the solicitation, bidders should contact the buyer listed in block 5 of the solicitation document via email at [email protected].

KEY DATES:

• Posted Date: April 8, 2026
• Proposal Due Date: April 23, 2026
• Anticipated Award Date: Not specified
• Performance Period: Not specified

CONTRACT DETAILS:
The contract type is not explicitly mentioned in the provided information. However, bidders should prepare for a firm-fixed-price contract as is common in defense procurements. The estimated contract value or budget range is also not provided. There are no mentions of option years.

MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS:
Bidders must meet the following mandatory requirements to be considered eligible:

• Registration in SAM.gov is required.
• No specific security clearances are mentioned, but compliance with defense contracting standards is implied.
• There are no set-aside restrictions noted (e.g., small business, HUBZone, etc.).
• No geographic restrictions or place-of-performance requirements are specified.
• Minimum years of experience or past performance requirements are not detailed.
• Bonding or insurance requirements are not mentioned.

TECHNICAL CAPABILITIES:
Bidders must demonstrate specific technical skills related to the design and production of wiring harnesses. Familiarity with military specifications and standards for wiring harnesses is essential. Knowledge of relevant manufacturing processes and quality assurance protocols is also likely required.

DELIVERABLES AND PERFORMANCE STANDARDS:
Key deliverables include the timely production and delivery of wiring harnesses that meet specified military standards. While specific milestones and reporting requirements are not detailed in the provided information, adherence to quality metrics and service-level agreements typical in defense contracts is expected.

EVALUATION CRITERIA:
The evaluation criteria for proposals have not been explicitly outlined. However, bidders should anticipate that proposals will be assessed based on technical approach, past performance, and price, with a likely emphasis on best-value evaluation.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
While not mandatory, preferred qualifications may include additional certifications related to quality management (e.g., ISO), experience with military contracts, and advanced capabilities in wiring harness technology. Bidders with a proven track record in similar projects may receive favorable consideration.

This summary provides a comprehensive overview for potential bidders to assess their fit for this opportunity. Bidders are encouraged to review the solicitation document for further details and clarification.