Sources Sought for Cam-style Receptacle and Connector System N62478CON31FY2609
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AI-generated · Mar 27, 2026Provide a rugged, high-reliability low-voltage cam-style receptacle and connector system for ship-to-shore power in caisson and waterfront environments, with performance equal to the Duraline E1022 22 Series ball-nose, positive-latching cam-type connectors. Requirements include 600V class rating with a continuous current of 690A, capability to handle marine/naval electrical loads, and suitability for ship-to-shore transfer. Features must include a single-pole cam-type connector with positive latching and ball-nose design, quick connect/disconnect, insulated housing with no exposed conductors, and a ruggedized build with an external release operable with gloved hands. Environmental sealing must support indoor/outdoor use, moisture, dust, and vibration resistance (NEMA 4 or equivalent), with cable compatibility for 250 kcmil through 750 kcmil sizes and options for field-installable or factory-terminated terminations.
Also required are UL 1691 and UL 486A/B listings and color-coded housings for phase identification. This is market research to determine if other products can meet these specifications; responses with complete technical data and specifications will be evaluated for compatibility with the existing system. Submissions must be in PDF, using 11-point Times New Roman or larger, single-sided, on 8.5 x 11 inch pages, and include company information and a point of contact (no brochures). Submittals become Government property; the Government may disregard incomplete or vague submissions and will not reimburse costs. Submissions should be directed to the contracting officer by the stated deadline.
The Government intends to procure, under only one responsible source, where no other suppliers or services will satisfy the agency requirements. The Naval Facilities Engineering Systems Command, Hawaii (NAVFAC Hawaii) is conducting market research to determine if other potential products/services can provide a low voltage ship-to-shore cam-style receptacle and connector system with performance capabilities equal to that of the Duraline E1022 22 Series Ball Nose, Positive Latching, Single Pole Cam Type Connectors manufactured by Duraline, 11400 Parkside Dr. #300, Knoxville, TN, 37924, USA. The alternate product/service must meet the following requirements/specifications: Provide a rugged, high-reliability low voltage cam-style connector system designed for ship-to-shore power applications in caisson and waterfront environments, with the following capabilities: Voltage and Current Rating Rated for use in low voltage (600V) class systems, with a continuous current rating of 690A. Must be capable of handling marine and naval electrical loads. Suitable for ship-to-shore power transfer needs. Must have a low-resistance, high-conductivity contact interface. Physical Requirements Single pole, cam-type connector. Positive latching, ball nose design. Quick connect/disconnect option. Insulated housing with no exposed conductive parts. Ruggedized design suitable for harsh environments. External release mechanism operable with gloved hands. Environmental Sealing Suitable for indoor and outdoor use. Resistant to moisture, dust and vibration. NEMA 4 or equivalent environmental protection. Cable Compatibility - Compatible with 250kcmil through 750kcmil cable sizes (or equivalent range). Field-installable or factory-terminated options. Compliance and Standards UL 1691listed, UL 486A/B listed, color coded housings for phase identification. This notification is for market research purposes only and should not be construed as a commitment of any kind by the U.S. Government to issue a solicitation, request for proposals, quotes, or invitation of bids or award a contract. Interested parties with a comparable product meeting the requirements described in this announcement are invited to submit complete technical data, information and specifications in order for the Government to conduct an evaluation of your product to ensure compatibility with the existing system. Technical response shall be typed, at least 11 point Times New Roman or larger, single-sided 8.5 by 11 inch pages and submitted in Adobe PDF format. Also, provide company information and point of contract (name, title, email, phone, mailing address). The Government will not reimburse any responder for any costs associated with information submitted in response to this sources sought announcement. Any information provided to the Government in response to this request for information (RFI) will become U.S. Government property and will not be returned. All proprietary or classified information will be treated appropriately. The Government reserves the right to disregard any submittal that is incomplete or vague. Please do not submit your company brochure. Interested parties shall submit information and specifications to Ms. Jamie Inouye, Contracting Officer via email at Jamie.m.inouye.civ@us.navy.mil. Interested parties responding to this announcement by April 9, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. Hawaii Standard Time will be considered.
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