F-16 CARB Synopsis
ID: FD2020-23-50038Type: 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/fc1131aab5024514a5b0aef25d8390a6/view
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Air Force, is preparing to solicit proposals for the F-16 CARB project, which falls under the Explosives Manufacturing industry. This presolicitation aims to procure cartridge and propellant actuated devices and components, which are critical for the operational capabilities of the F-16 aircraft. The successful contractor will play a vital role in ensuring the reliability and performance of these essential military systems. Interested parties can reach out to Mitch Carver at mitchell.carver@us.af.mil or call 801-586-1817 for further details regarding this opportunity.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Mitch Carver
    (801) 586-1817
    mitchell.carver@us.af.mil
    Sharon Davis
    sharon.davis.16@us.af.mil
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