1377 - M688 M689 M700 M218 INITIATOR CARTRIDGE ACTUATED
ID: N0010426RK041Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE NAVYNAVSUP WEAPON SYSTEMS SUPPORT MECHMECHANICSBURG, PA, 17050-0788, USA

NAICS

Explosives Manufacturing (325920)

PSC

CARTRIDGE AND PROPELLANT ACTUATED DEVICES AND COMPONENTS (1377)

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    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Navy through NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support, is seeking eligible contractors to manufacture various initiator cartridges for military aircraft. The procurement includes items such as the M688, M689, M700, and M218, which are critical components for the escape systems of several aircraft models, including the A-10A/C, B-52H, and F-16A/B/C/D/N. Interested parties are invited to submit capability statements, as the government may choose to negotiate with a single source or open the solicitation to full competition. For further inquiries, contractors can contact Ashley Leonard at ashley.l.leonard4.civ@us.navy.mil or by phone at 771-229-0494.

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    Ashley Leonard
    (771) 229-0494
    ashley.l.leonard4.civ@us.navy.mil
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    1377 - M688 M689 M700 M218 INITIATOR CARTRIDGE ACTUATED
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