F-15 SMDC Initiators FA8213-25-R-3013
ID: FA8213-25-R-3013Type: Presolicitation
Overview

Buyer

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

NAICS

Explosives Manufacturing (325920)

PSC

CARTRIDGE AND PROPELLANT ACTUATED DEVICES AND COMPONENTS (1377)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/69d93d3b4cea436394deb73073e22f02/view
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Air Force, is preparing to solicit proposals for the procurement of cartridge and propellant actuated devices and components under solicitation number FA8213-25-R-3013. The requirement includes various quantities of specific items, such as 138 units of one part number and 50 units of another, all intended for Foreign Military Sales (FMS) countries, along with associated data as outlined in the attached documentation. These components are critical for military operations and defense cooperation with allied nations. Interested vendors should reach out to primary contact Abbigail Clawson at abbigail.clawson@us.af.mil or secondary contact Cole Sposato at cole.sposato.1@us.af.mil for further details, as the procurement process will utilize electronic procedures.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Abbigail Clawson
    abbigail.clawson@us.af.mil
    Cole Sposato
    cole.sposato.1@us.af.mil
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    F-15 SMDC Initiator Sources Sought Synopsis.docx
    The Sources Sought Synopsis issued by the US Air Force (USAF) aims to gather market research for services relevant to the Department of the Air Force, specifically concerning the acquisition of initiator devices. It seeks to identify potential responsible sources and assess whether the effort can be competitive or set aside for small businesses, with a focus on various designations, including 8(a) and Women-Owned businesses. The synopsis requests interested parties to respond by providing their small business status, relevant experience in engineering and manufacturing similar items, and team arrangements if applicable. The document outlines requirements for detailing company profiles, including employee numbers, office location, and business designations. It notes that Chemring Energetic Devices Inc and Pacific Scientific Energetics Materials Company hold necessary capabilities and drawings for the items listed but that the government does not have access to all required manufacturing data. Responses must be submitted by May 29, 2025, with a contact given for further inquiries. This notice is critical to shaping the air force’s acquisition strategy and ensuring compliance with specific federal procurement standards.
    Pre-Solicitation Synopsis.docx
    This pre-solicitation synopsis pertains to solicitation number FA8213-25-R-3013, focusing on specific requirements for cartridge and propellant actuated devices and components, identified by NSNs and part numbers. The primary items requested include various quantities of components needed by Foreign Military Sales (FMS) countries, comprising 138 units of one type, 50 of another, and 103 of a different designation. Additionally, data related to these items is also required as specified in the attached documentation. The procurement process will utilize electronic procedures, and the synopsis addresses specific manufacturers, indicating an intention to reach out to companies like Pacific Scientific Energetic Materials and Chemring Energetic Devices Inc. Overall, the document outlines the government's intention to facilitate the acquisition of essential military parts and relevant data to support defense cooperation with allied nations.
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