Infrared (IR) Counter Measure (CM) Flare Family of M206 and MJU-7A/B
ID: W519TC-25-R-0010Type: Sources Sought
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW6QK ACC-RIROCK ISLAND, IL, 61299-0000, USA

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All Other Miscellaneous Chemical Product and Preparation Manufacturing (325998)

PSC

PYROTECHNICS (1370)

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https://sam.gov/opp/c1e81ef7c807425cb1202d51a65e531d/view
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the Army Contracting Command - Rock Island (ACC-RI), is conducting a Sources Sought announcement to identify potential sources for the manufacturing and delivery of the Infrared (IR) Counter Measure (CM) Flare Family, including the M206 and MJU-7A/B models. The procurement aims to secure flares that protect various aircraft from infrared heat-seeking missiles, which are critical for maintaining mission capability and crew safety. The estimated annual production quantities are 40,000 units for the M206 and 80,000 units for the MJU-7A/B, with deliveries anticipated from FY26 to FY31. Interested companies must respond with their capabilities and relevant information by the specified deadline, and inquiries can be directed to Benjamin Riessen at benjamin.c.riessen.civ@army.mil.

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    Benjamin Riessen
    benjamin.c.riessen.civ@army.mil
    Joseph DePover
    joseph.r.depover.civ@army.mil
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