Advanced Concept Ejection Seat (ACES) II Harness Release Cartridge, Drogue Gun Cartridge, and Gyro Spin-Up Gas Generator
ID: FD2020-25-50026_50027Type: 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/ca5669302e9441b7909429f24b8a3efb/view
Timeline
  1. 1
    Posted Mar 17, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  2. 2
    Updated Mar 17, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  3. 3
    Due Apr 2, 2025, 11:00 PM UTC
Description

The Department of Defense, through the Department of the Air Force, is seeking market research responses for the procurement of Advanced Concept Ejection Seat (ACES) II components, specifically Harness Release Cartridges, Drogue Gun Cartridges, and Gyro Spin-Up Gas Generators for various aircraft, including the A-10 and F-22. This initiative aims to identify potential sources for these critical egress components and assess the feasibility of competitive and small business set-asides in the procurement process. The information gathered will inform the government's acquisition strategy, emphasizing collaboration with capable suppliers to ensure military readiness. Interested parties are invited to submit their capabilities and relevant experience by 5:00 PM MST on April 2, 2025, and may direct inquiries to Roger Mott at roger.mott@us.af.mil or by phone at 801-558-3802.

Point(s) of Contact
Roger Mott
(801) 558-3802
roger.mott@us.af.mil
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HRCDGCGGG - SOURCES SOUGHT SYNOPSIS - FY2025.pdf
Mar 17, 2025, 10:05 PM UTC
The Department of the Air Force issued a Sources Sought Synopsis to obtain market research for the procurement of Advanced Concept Ejection Seat (ACES) II components, including Harness Release Cartridges, Drogue Gun Cartridges, and Gyro Spin-Up Gas Generators for various aircraft like the A-10 and F-22. This notice, identified as FD2020-25-50026/50027, is geared towards determining potential sources for these components and evaluating the possibility of competitive and small business set-asides in procurement. Interested parties are invited to respond with their capabilities, company profiles, and previous experience in manufacturing similar egress components over the last three years. The Government is seeking to collect information that could inform its acquisition strategy, especially focusing on encouraging participation from small businesses with various designations. Responses are expected by 5:00 PM MST on April 2, 2025, and inquiries can be directed to a designated official. The document emphasizes that this is not a solicitation and receipt of responses will not incur any costs for the government. Overall, this initiative seeks to enhance collaboration with capable suppliers while ensuring readiness for military operations.
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