SMDC lines for the USAF and FMS F-15 Program.
ID: FD20202450097Type: 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)

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https://sam.gov/opp/5b4c089437e446cb91ba376d0918d918/view
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    The Department of Defense, through the Department of the Air Force, is initiating a competitive procurement for SMDC lines intended for the USAF and Foreign Military Sales (FMS) F-15 Program. This acquisition involves specific ballistic devices, primarily ejection system components made of stainless steel with explosive charges, supplied by two identified manufacturers: Pacific Scientific Energetic Materials Company and Rockwell Collins. These components are critical for aircraft ejection systems, ensuring operational readiness and life support for military aircraft. Interested vendors should note that the procurement process will not be delayed for vendor qualification, and the synopsis closes at 1730 on November 4, 2024. For further inquiries, contact Stephanie Martin at stephanie.martin.24@us.af.mil or Darin Barnes at darin.barnes@us.af.mil.

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    Stephanie Martin
    stephanie.martin.24@us.af.mil
    Darin Barnes
    darin.barnes@us.af.mil
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    Synopsis FD20202450097.docx
    The Sole Source Pre-Solicitation Synopsis outlines a competitive procurement process for specific ballistic devices required by the U.S. Air Force and the Foreign Military Sales F-15 Program. Two manufacturers, Pacific Scientific Energetic Materials Company and Rockwell Collins, are identified as the vendors for this acquisition, which consists of various ejection system components primarily made of stainless steel with explosive charges. The procurement involves multiple National Stock Numbers (NSNs), each specifying quantities of 10 or more, with an 18-month delivery requirement after receipt of order. The devices feature different dimensions, including various lengths and diameters, all designed for aircraft ejection systems crucial to life support. The document emphasizes that the award will not be indefinitely postponed for vendor qualification, ensuring the procurement process remains efficient. Overall, the synopsis serves to inform relevant parties of the intent to procure necessary components for ensuring operational readiness in U.S. military aircraft systems.
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