Initiator, Cartridge Actuated
ID: FD2020-25-50053Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA8213 AFLCMC EBHKHILL AFB, UT, 84056-5820, USA

NAICS

Explosives Manufacturing (325920)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/4a00189708fc4377a63ece4881ed815a/view
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Air Force, is preparing to solicit proposals for the production of Cartridge Actuated Initiators (CAIs) intended for use in F-15 aircraft. The procurement includes specific requirements for 90 units under Item 0001 and an additional 4 units under Item 0001AB, both necessitating an aluminum body design with a precise 0.4-second delay, with delivery expected within 18 months post-contract award. This initiative is crucial for enhancing the USAF's ammunition supplies, ensuring compliance with military specifications and operational readiness. Interested manufacturers should contact Roger Mott at roger.mott@us.af.mil or call 801-558-3802 for further details regarding the solicitation process.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Roger Mott
    (801) 558-3802
    roger.mott@us.af.mil
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    F-15 0.4 Sec Delay Initiator Sources Sought Synopsis.pdf
    The document is a Sources Sought Synopsis issued by the U.S. Air Force aimed at identifying potential sources for engineering and manufacturing services related to specific cartridge actuated initiators. This inquiry is part of market research to assess whether the procurement can be competitive and possibly set aside for small businesses. The NAICS Code specified is 325920, which corresponds to a size standard of 750 employees. The Air Force encourages responses from all small business classifications, including 8(a), Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned, Hubzone, and Women-Owned entities. Interested parties are required to submit their company profiles, including employee count, location, and relevant experience. The government will not cover costs incurred during this process, and interested parties must have access to the required manufacturing data. The submission deadline is set for April 7, 2025. This synopsis serves to gather information for strategic decision-making on contracts related to military equipment production and ensures a fair opportunity for small businesses in this sector.
    Pre-solicitation Synopsis.pdf
    The USAF is preparing to solicit proposals for the production of Cartridge Actuated Initiators (CAIs) used in F-15 aircraft. The pre-solicitation synopsis outlines several contract line items, including 90 units under Item 0001 and an additional 4 units under Item 0001AB, both requiring an aluminum body design with a specific 0.4-second delay. Delivery for these items is expected within 18 months after contract award. Furthermore, a line item (0002) focuses on associated data requirements per DD 1423-1. The solicitation will be conducted electronically, targeting qualified manufacturers, including Pacific Scientific Energetic Materi and Chemring Energetic Devices Inc., along with other interested parties. This announcement reflects the USAF's intention to enhance its ammunition supplies, ensuring new acquisitions adhere to military specifications and operational readiness needs.
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