59--SPLICE,CONDUCTOR

The United States Navy is soliciting bids for the supply of a specific conductor splice, identified by the NSN 0Q-5940-017216315-V2. The required quantity is 11 units, and the delivery is expected to be made FOB origin. The design of this part is unstable, and major changes are contemplated due to its low process yield and marginal performance. The Government intends to solicit and negotiate with only one source under the authority of FAR 6.302-1. Interested parties must submit their proposals, quotations, or capability statements within 45 days after the date of publication of this synopsis. Some key points to consider: * The item is flight critical and requires Government source approval prior to contract award. * Only sources previously approved by the Government for this item have been solicited. * New sources must submit the required information detailed in the NAVSUP WSS Source Approval Information Brochures. * The proposed contract action is for supplies or services for which the Government intends to solicit and negotiate with only one source. * All responsible sources may identify their interest and capability to respond to the requirement or submit proposals, quotations, or capability statements.