Closed Solicitation · DEPT OF DEFENSE
AI Summary
The Department of Defense, specifically the Air Force, is seeking manufacturers capable of producing the BBU-35A/B and BBU-36A/B impulse cartridges for a potential combined IDIQ contract. This market research aims to identify responsible sources with the necessary skills and experience, while also assessing the possibility of a competitive or Small Business Set-Aside. Interested parties should note the unique military specifications and long-lead time materials involved in production.
The Government is conducting market research to determine if there are manufacturers capable of producing both the BBU-35A/B and BBU-36A/B for a combined IDIQ contract.
The BBU-35A/B and BBU-36A/B are impulse cartridges comprised of a cylindrical aluminum case containing a firing electrode, bridge-wire, and propellant.
The BBU-35A/B performance requirements are found in the BBU-35A/B specification. The requirements are military unique. HMX, the main charge, is a long-lead time material which may impact contract performance and delivery requirements.
The BBU-36A/B performance requirements are found in the BBU-36A/B specification. The requirements are military unique. The main charge is 2400 smokeless powder and is a long lead item which may impact contract performance and delivery requirements.
The purpose of this Sources Sought is to conduct market research to determine if responsible sources exist, to assist in determining if this effort can be competitive and/or a total Small Business Set-Aside. The Government is performing market research to identify potential contractors who have the skills, experience, and knowledge required to successfully produce the BBU-35 Impulse Cartridge, (NSN: 1377-01-642-1574, P/N: 7729436-30, DODIC: MG62) and BBU-36 Impulse Cartridge, (NSN: 1377-01-640-6470, P/N: 7730680-30, DODIC: MG11)
BBU-35A/B & BBU-36A/B IMPULSE CARTRIDGES is a federal acquisition solicitation issued by DEPT OF DEFENSE. Review the full description, attachments, and submission requirements on SamSearch before the response deadline.
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