Description
The Army is seeking to purchase a specific connector, receptacle, Amphenol, PN 13676824-501, MFG PN 33558126000. This connector is required to support the manufacture of a specific part and is the only component that meets the stringent standards required for high-vibration and extreme temperature environments. The use of any other connector would introduce significant and unacceptable risks to the Letterkenny Army depot production.
• The connector is required for mission-critical data integrity through its proprietary TwistPin contact system.
• The connector is manufactured by Amphenol.
• The purchase is justified due to the unique characteristics of the connector, which limits availability to only one source.
• The use of an alternative, non-qualified part would trigger extensive and costly re-qualification testing, leading to substantial schedule delays and budget overruns.