SAM #W51AA1sUASCONNECTORS

RFI for Commercial-Grade sUAS Cable Connectors for Tobyhanna Army Depot

This opportunity is a Request for Information (RFI) from Tobyhanna Army Depot seeking U.S.-based manufacturers for commercial-grade connectors used in small uncrewed aircraft systems (sUAS) electronics. - Procurement Overview: - U.S. Army (Tobyhanna Army Depot) is conducting market research for commercial off-the-shelf electrical connectors. - Intended for sUAS electronics and unmanned aircraft systems. - Connector Requirements: - 500 units of XT90 Female Connector with Pigtail - 4,500 units of XT60 Female Connector with Pigtail - 5,000 units of JST-XH 6S Pack Side Tap - All connectors must be new, fully functional, and comply with U.S. national security sourcing regulations. - Delivery in a single shipment with Certificate of Conformance. - Vendor Requirements: - Respondents must be U.S.-based manufacturers. - Must provide company information, capability statements, product datasheets, experience summaries, lead times, and pricing estimates. - Place of Performance & Delivery: - Tobyhanna Army Depot, Tobyhanna, Pennsylvania - Delivery location to be determined by Contracting Officer - Additional Details: - No specific OEMs or part numbers are listed; connectors are commercial-grade and widely available. - This is for market research only, not a solicitation or contract award. - Estimated Contract Value: - Likely range: $50,000 - $150,000 based on quantities and typical unit pricing. - Potential Competitors: - Companies specializing in electrical connectors for drones and electronics, such as Amass, Molex, TE Connectivity, JST, and others. - Competing Products: - XT90, XT60, JST-XH connectors from various manufacturers; similar connectors from Molex, TE Connectivity, and other suppliers.

Description

Tobyhanna Army Depot (TYAD) is issuing this Request for Information (RFI) as a part of its market research to identify American companies based in the United States of America with the interest and capability to manufacture and supply commercial-grade connectors. These connectors are required to support the development, maintenance, and operation of various electronics used in small uncrewed aircraft systems (sUAS). This RFI is for market research and planning purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation for proposals.

This is an RFI only. This RFI is for planning and market research purposes and does not constitute a solicitation for proposals, proposal abstracts, or quotations. The Government will not award a contract on the basis of this RFI.

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