Re-Manufacture of F-16 Canopy Jettison Rocket Motor
ID: FA8213-25-R-2029Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

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

NAICS

Explosives Manufacturing (325920)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/13ef212403cc4fa5b4b061a44ad9c04f/view
Timeline
  1. 1
    Posted Jan 14, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  2. 2
    Updated Jan 14, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  3. 3
    Due Jan 31, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
Description

The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Air Force, is seeking potential sources for the re-manufacture of F-16 Canopy Jettison Rocket Motors (CJRM) as part of a market research effort. The procurement involves the re-manufacturing of specific components, including 300 units of part number 1517-002 and 300 units of part number 1517-001, both critical for the operational capabilities of the F-16 aircraft. This Sources Sought Synopsis aims to identify responsible entities, particularly small businesses, with relevant engineering and manufacturing experience in explosive manufacturing, as indicated by the NAICS code 325920. Interested parties must respond by 5 PM on January 30, 2025, and can direct inquiries to Shasta Selwood via email at shasta.selwood@us.af.mil.

Point(s) of Contact
Sharon Davis
sharon.davis.16@us.af.mil
Shasta Selwood
shasta.selwood@us.af.mil
Files
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REMAN CJRM Sources Sought.docx
Jan 15, 2025, 12:05 AM UTC
The United States Air Force (USAF) has issued a Sources Sought Synopsis (Number: FA8213-25-R-2029) to explore potential sources for the re-manufacture of F-16 canopy jettison rocket motors (CJRM). This request is part of a market research effort aimed at identifying responsible entities, particularly small businesses, that can provide engineering and manufacturing capabilities for specific CJRM components. The designated North American Industry Classification Systems (NAICS) code is 325920 for Explosive Manufacturing, with a size standard of 750 employees. Interested parties are encouraged to respond with their small business status, relevant experience in engineering and manufacturing similar components within the last five years, and company profiles, including employee count and office location. Notably, the Air Force indicates that no proposals or contracts will result from this synopsis, and there is limited technical data available to support potential offers. Interested companies must respond by 5 PM on January 30, 2025. Questions can be directed to Shasta Selwood via email or phone. This synopsis showcases the Air Force's commitment to engaging small businesses and ensuring competitive procurement processes while adhering to federal guidelines.
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