Sole Source to Amphenol Corporation for 1200 EA. Low Magnetic Signature Electrical Connectors.   2

Background
The Naval Sea Systems Command, Naval Surface Warfare Center, Panama City Division (NSWC PCD) is issuing a sole source justification for the acquisition of low magnetic signature electrical connectors from Amphenol Corporation Aerospace Group. This contract aims to address critical supply issues affecting the MK16 Mod 1 Underwater Breathing Apparatus (UBA) due to cable shortages that have impacted fleet operations. Amphenol Corporation is uniquely qualified to provide these connectors due to their compliance with specific military standards and their ability to meet the noncontact component requirements for magnetic signature.

Work Details
The contract involves a firm fixed price purchase order for 1200 units of low magnetic signature electrical connectors, specifically part number 10-511201-6S. These connectors are essential for the MK16 Mod 1 UBA and must meet the specifications outlined in NAVSEA 6195938 Revision E and MIL-DTL-19595, which govern the magnetic effect limits and testing methods for nonmagnetic equipment used near magnetic influence ordnance.

The Navy requires these connectors urgently to restore full operational capacity as they have depleted their existing supply.

Place of Performance
Panama City, FL