Active Solicitation · DEPT OF DEFENSE

    F-16 CANOPY ACTUATED RELEASE BOLT

    Sol. FA821326R3021SolicitationHILL AFB, UT
    Open · 20d remaining
    DAYS TO CLOSE
    20
    closes May 13, 2026
    POSTED
    Apr 13, 2026
    Publication date
    NAICS CODE
    325920
    Primary industry classification
    PSC CODE
    1377
    Product & service classification

    AI Summary

    The Department of Defense is soliciting for the Canopy Actuated Release Bolt (CARB) for the F-16 aircraft, a Critical Safety Item essential for aircrew survival. This high-strength steel component is crucial for the aircraft's safety, and its failure could lead to severe consequences. Interested bidders should prepare to meet stringent safety and performance standards.

    Contract details

    Solicitation No.
    FA821326R3021
    Notice Type
    Solicitation
    Posted Date
    April 13, 2026
    Response Deadline
    May 13, 2026
    NAICS Code
    325920AI guide
    PSC / Class Code
    1377
    Issuing Office
    FA8213 AFLCMC EBHK
    Primary Contact
    Darin Barnes
    State
    UT
    ZIP Code
    84056-5820
    AI Product/Service
    product

    Description

    The Canopy Actuated Release Bolt (CARB), used on the F-16 aircraft, is a Critical Safety Item (CSI) essential for aircrew survival. The CARB consists of a high-strength steel body that is configured with an internal passage for the explosive train, a port at each end for the attachment of a Detonation Transfer Assembly (DTA), and two circumferential grooves. The explosive train consists of two base charges, four transfer charges, and an interconnecting charge. Failure of the CARB could result in serious injury or death. 

    Key dates

    1. April 13, 2026Posted Date
    2. May 13, 2026Proposals / Responses Due

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    F-16 CANOPY ACTUATED RELEASE BOLT 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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