Sources Sought. Klystron Tubes. guided Missiles
ID: W31P4Q-25-R-0019Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW6QK ACC-RSAREDSTONE ARSENAL, AL, 35898-5090, USA

NAICS

Other Guided Missile and Space Vehicle Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing (336419)

PSC

GUIDED MISSILE WARHEADS AND EXPLOSIVE COMPONENTS (1336)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/99dd1b6cc01c43e09b5e10fb0d1289dc/view
Timeline
  1. 1
    Posted Jan 21, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  2. 2
    Updated Jan 21, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  3. 3
    Due Feb 4, 2025, 4:00 PM UTC
Description

The Department of Defense, specifically the Army Contracting Command, is seeking qualified companies to develop and manufacture Klystrons for the Homing All Way Killer (HAWK) Missile System. The procurement focuses on three specific missile system components, and interested vendors must demonstrate extensive knowledge of the HAWK system, possess appropriate facilities for handling Klystrons, and exhibit financial stability for a fixed-price contract without upfront funding. This initiative is crucial for maintaining the operational capabilities of the HAWK Missile System, which plays a significant role in guided missile technology. Interested parties should submit technical documentation that adheres to military packaging standards and quality assurance programs, and they are encouraged to monitor the System Award Management (SAM.GOV) website for further details. For inquiries, vendors can contact Exavier Massey at 256-604-2760 or via email at Exavier.l.massey.civ@army.mil, or B. Dean Angell at 713-828-7772 or burrel.d.angell.civ@army.mil.

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RFI Document Klystron(1).pdf
Jan 21, 2025, 5:06 PM UTC
The document is a Request for Information (RFI) issued by the Army Contracting Command, aiming to identify qualified sources for the development and production of Klystrons for the HAWK Missile System. Specifically, it references three missile system components and requires vendors to demonstrate extensive knowledge of the HAWK system, appropriate facilities for handling Klystrons, and financial stability for a fixed-price contract without upfront funding. Interested vendors must submit technical documentation showcasing their ability to adhere to quality assurance and hazardous material programs while complying with military packaging standards. Additionally, vendors are required to provide components from a single supplier, and participation in this RFI does not preclude future RFP opportunities. Responses are informational only, assisting the Army in refining its acquisition strategy. Interested companies are encouraged to monitor the System Award Management (SAM.GOV) website for further details. Contact points for inquiries are provided within the document.
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