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Universal Propulsion Company 3530 Branscombe Rd Fairfild CA 94533 USA

UEI: SLED_B600A861DB799433

Universal Propulsion Company 3530 Branscombe Rd Fairfild CA 94533 USA is a federal contractor, registered under UEI SLED_B600A861DB799433. It has been awarded $1,986,439 in federal contracts. Primary work spans Explosives Manufacturing.

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Universal Propulsion Company specializes in the procurement and supply of specialized propulsion and ignition components. Their core capabilities include the provision of dual gas initiators and dual mechanically actuated initiators, demonstrating technical expertise in the delivery of precision-eng...

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Cap Blasting Non-Electric M7

Solicitation # W8703-270042/A

The Government of Canada, through the Department of National Defence, is seeking offers for the procurement of 13,000 Cap Blasting Non-Electric M7 units. These components are used in military demolition applications to initiate explosive shockwaves via a non-electric method. The total quantity is split into two delivery phases: 6,500 units must be delivered to CFAD Dundurn and CFAD Angus by November 1, 2027, and an additional 6,500 units must be delivered to the same locations between September 1 and November 30, 2028. This solicitation, identified by number W8703-270042/A, is subject to the Controlled Goods Program, though there are no additional security requirements. Eligible suppliers include Canadian entities, suppliers from applicable trading partners, and non-trading partners, provided there are no international sanctions. Responses are due by November 5, 2026, and may be submitted in either of Canada's official languages.

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Solicitation # W15QKN27A1CSD

The U.S. Army Combat Capabilities Development Command Armaments Center is conducting market research to identify manufacturers capable of producing high-grade Pentolite. This sensitive secondary high explosive is required for Naval Ordinance Laboratory Large and Extra-Large Scale Card Gap Tests to meet AOP-7 and DoW specifications. The government is specifically looking for vendors under NAICS 325920 and PSC 1375 who can provide material that exceeds the quality of standard commercial mining and blasting explosives. This sources sought notice is for informational purposes only and does not constitute a formal solicitation or a commitment to award a contract. Interested vendors must be registered in the System for Award Management and are encouraged to submit a capabilities statement including historical performance data, company details, and proof of ability to meet technical specifications. All responses must be submitted electronically to the U.S. Army Contracting Command Rock Island at Picatinny by November 16, 2026.

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Solicitation Notice - ARD-446 & ARD-863 Impulse Cartridges Amendment 3

Solicitation # FA821326RB006

This solicitation notice, issued by the Department of Defense under solicitation number FA821326RB006, seeks a single five-year IDIQ contract for the procurement of ARD 446-1B and 863-lAlW Impulse Cartridges. The government anticipates awarding the contract to Olin Winchester LLC as the sole responsible source due to their ownership of the technical data package, although other responsible sources are permitted to submit capability statements or proposals. The requirement is categorized under NAICS code 325920 and PSC 1377, with performance taking place at Hill Air Force Base in Utah. Eligible offerors must meet specific qualification requirements and can obtain further details from the listed points of contact. The solicitation is managed through Electronic Data Interchange procedures and posted on SAM.gov. Following two previous extensions, Amendment 3 has established the final submittal deadline as October 30, 2026.

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XW78: Mechanical Actuated Initiator: 1377-01-135-6852

Solicitation # N0010427NB002

This sources-sought solicitation, issued by the Department of Defense under the Navsup Weapon Systems Support Mech, is for the procurement of 50 units of the XW78 Mechanical Actuated Initiator, identified by NSN 1377-01-135-6852 and SCD 837AS117. The JAU-32/A Mechanical Initiator is designed to be fired by an internal canopy fracturing handle to initiate the Shielded Mild Detonating Cord for canopy fracturing. The opportunity is listed under NAICS code 325920 and is managed by Alexander Bonner out of Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania. Interested parties must respond to solicitation N0010427NB002 by the deadline of October 28, 2026. Performance of the contract is expected to take place in Pennsylvania.

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MJU-76/B Flare, Countermeasure

Solicitation # FA821326RB005-Solicitation

Solicitation FA821326RB005 is a request for proposals to establish a Multiple Award Contract (MAC) Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) for the production of MJU-76/B Thrusted Countermeasure Flares for the U.S. Government and Foreign Military Sales. The contract features a five-year ordering period with a sixth-year option and is structured as a firm-fixed-price requirement. Due to the nature of the material, all offerors must possess a valid U.S. security clearance of Secret or higher. The procurement is anticipated to be other than full and open competition, specifically targeting limited sources such as Armtec and Chemring, though all responsible sources may submit proposals. The government intends to award contracts to all qualified offerors who meet responsibility standards and technical requirements. Evaluation is based on a pass/fail basis focusing on the offeror's status as a qualified source and their technical approach to manufacturing, including equipment, process flow, and defect prevention. The first delivery order is expected to be a buy-to-budget acquisition with an affordability cap of 9,446,336 dollars for Year 1. Awarded contractors must adhere to strict quality standards, including ISO 9001-2015, and comply with rigorous military packaging, marking, and hazardous material shipping regulations. Key deliverables include the production units, first article testing of 250 units, and various data reports such as Ammunition Data Cards submitted via the WARP system.

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1355-01-387-7738 T107 Suspension Band Set MK89 MOD 1

Solicitation # N0010426RK058

Solicitation N0010426RK058, issued by NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support Mechanicsburg, is a competitive invitation for bids for the procurement of T107 Suspension Band Set MK89 MOD1 hardware. The requirement consists of a base quantity of 750 units with a one-year option for up to 80 percent of the total. This is a firm-fixed-price contract with deliveries destined for the NUWC Division Keyport in Washington. Key deliverables include the hardware, first article preproduction test samples, and specific technical data items A001 through A006. The contractor must adhere to strict quality standards, including ANSI/ISO/ASQ Q9001-2008 or equivalent, and follow MIL-STD-1168 for ammunition lot numbering and data cards. The government will utilize a best value trade-off analysis for the award, where non-price factors, specifically past performance in quality and timeliness of delivery, are significantly more important than price. Offerors must demonstrate a robust Quality Management System and a proven track record of meeting milestones to be eligible. Proposals must be submitted electronically by November 3, 2026, divided into four volumes: introductory, past performance, small business participation, and price. Special requirements include compliance with CMMC cybersecurity levels, Buy American regulations, and the provision of DoD unique identification for all items. Invoicing must be processed through the Wide Area Work Flow Receipt and Acceptance system.

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Bulk Liquid Magnesium Chloride Manufacturer/SupplierThis subcontract agreement involves the manufacture and supply of corrosion-inhibited liquid magnesium chloride deicing chemicals for prime contractors working on Oregon Department of Administrative Services highway projects. The supplier is required to provide materials that are listed on the ClearRoads Qualified Product List and must utilize bulk storage and loading facilities to ensure efficient delivery to designated state sites or distribution points. Managed by Oregon Procurement Services, the contract is centered in Salem and falls under NAICS code 325920. Interested parties must respond by October 31, 2026, to provide these essential chemical supplies for state highway maintenance and safety operations.

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KC-46 Fire Extinguisher Cartridges

Solicitation # FA821326R3031

The Department of the Air Force, through AFLCMC E BHKK, intends to award a sole source, firm fixed price contract to Pacific Scientific Energetic Materials for the supply of fire extinguisher cartridges used on KC-46 aircraft. Solicitation FA8213-26-R-3031, posted on October 9, 2026, specifies a delivery timeline of 24 months after receipt of order with a final delivery destination of Robins AFB, Georgia. The items are classified as hazardous explosives, requiring specialized production facilities and strict adherence to various military standards for packaging, marking, and shipping, including MIL-STD-2073-1, MIL-STD-129, and MIL-STD-1660. Key contractual requirements include the use of Wide Area WorkFlow for invoicing and the submission of Ammunition Data Cards for lot traceability. The contract mandates strict quality assurance through Certificates of Conformance and Analysis to ensure hardware and energetic material traceability. Notable clauses include a 10 percent payment withholding for technical data and compliance with cybersecurity standards such as DFARS 252.204-7012 and 252.204-7021. While no specific set-aside is used, the evaluation process includes a 10 percent price preference for HUBZone small business concerns. Inspection and acceptance will occur at the point of origin.

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CAD/PAD Digital Twin and Dashboard Digital Engineering

Solicitation # N00421-26-RFPREQ-WPM202-0341

The Naval Air System Command at Naval Air Station Patuxent River intends to award a firm fixed price contract to Lone Star Aerospace, Inc. on a limited sole source basis via GSA Contract 47QRAA24D00AF. This effort focuses on the Cartridge Actuated Devices and Propellant Actuated Devices program, requiring specialized engineering, software integration, technical support, and program management services. The scope of work includes supporting existing system architecture and software, specifically providing the capability to modify a current Digital Twin software solution developed with proprietary software from Lone Star Aerospace. This initiative is managed by the Naval Air Warfare Center Air Division under solicitation number N00421-26-RFPREQ-WPM202-0341.

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Solicitation # FA821326R3053

Solicitation FA821326R3053 is a firm-fixed-price, sole-source procurement issued by the Department of the Air Force, AFLCMC EBHK, for the acquisition of F-117 aircraft components. The scope of work includes the delivery of thruster cartridges, initiator cartridges, and ballistic devices for aircraft ejection systems. Key delivery milestones for these items are set for September 30, 2028. The procurement requires strict adherence to higher-level quality standards, specifically ISO 9001-2015, with inspection and acceptance occurring at the point of origin. The contract mandates rigorous technical and safety compliance due to the explosive nature of the components. Contractors must follow detailed Special Packaging Instructions (SPI) and international wood packaging standards under ISPM No. 15. Marking requirements are extensive, requiring Item Unique Identifiers (IUID) for all Cartridge Actuated Devices and Propellant Actuated Devices (CAD/PAD) regardless of value, in accordance with MIL-STD-130. Additionally, the contractor is responsible for delivering Ammunition Data Cards (ADC) and Engineering Change Proposals (ECP) via Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF), while ensuring all hazardous material shipments include required REPSHIP data and Safety Data Sheets.

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Loaded Cartridge Assembly (MC91) for MK 5 Mod ) Explosive Bolt

Solicitation # N00174-26-RFPREQ-W71-0030

The Naval Surface Warfare Center, Indian Head Division is conducting market research to identify capable vendors for the Loaded Cartridge Assembly, DODIC MC91. This assembly must be compatible with the MK 5 MOD 0 Explosive Bolt used in the AN/BST-1 Buoy system and adhere to specific technical criteria including WS6061 and WS6052. The anticipated procurement involves 100 production units plus all necessary destructive test samples, encompassing the full process of manufacture, nondestructive testing, packaging, and delivery. Interested vendors must demonstrate the ability to establish a manufacturing line and complete all deliveries within one year of award. Requirements include possessing necessary ATF licensing, specific storage capacities, and advanced inspection capabilities such as helium leak rate and real-time radiography testing. To access the restricted Technical Data Package, applicants must provide an approved DD Form 2345, a signed NDA, and an active CAGE code. Responses to the detailed capability questionnaire must be submitted in PDF format by November 9, 2026.

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Sodium Chloride Brine Manufacturer/SupplierThis subcontract opportunity is for a manufacturer or supplier to provide liquid sodium chloride brine to prime contractors supporting the City of Richmond Hill's municipal winter road maintenance projects. The selected provider must be capable of producing or sourcing brine with a concentration of 23.0% plus or minus 0.3%, maintaining a freeze point of -20C or lower, and adhering to strict purity limits for arsenic, barium, and cadmium. To qualify, the supplier must possess industrial mixing facilities and quality control laboratory equipment to ensure all deliveries meet chemical specifications, specific gravity charts, and Safety Data Sheet requirements. Interested parties must submit their responses by October 28, 2026.

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1355-01-620-4752 CWRT Wire Coil, Short

Solicitation # N0010426RK012

Solicitation N0010426RK012, issued by NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support Mech, is a Firm Fixed Price procurement for Wire Coil - Short (Torpedo), NSN 1355-01-620-4752, manufactured in accordance with DWG 8555076. The scope of work includes the delivery of hardware and associated technical data, specifically data items A001 through A004. The procurement requires a rigorous quality assurance process, including the submission of five first article preproduction test samples for destructive testing and periodic samples from each production lot. Items must adhere to strict marking and labeling standards, including MIL-STD-130 for unique item identification and MIL-STD-129 for shipment and storage. The solicitation has undergone multiple amendments, ultimately extending the response deadline to November 5, 2026. Award evaluation is based on past performance, which is weighted more heavily than small business participation, with a minimum rating of limited confidence required for eligibility. Deliveries are scheduled across various timelines ranging from 30 to 570 calendar days, depending on the line item and first article test approval, with destinations including Naval Station Newport, RI, and NUWC Division Keyport, WA. Compliance requirements include DFARS cybersecurity standards, CMMC level requirements, and the submission of a four-volume proposal consisting of introductory, past performance, small business participation, and price volumes.

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1355 - 01-620-4752 CWRT DISPENSER ASSEMBLY, WIRE, MK8 MOD 3

Solicitation # N0010426RK028

Solicitation N0010426RK028, issued by NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support Mech, is for the procurement of Wire Coil Dispenser Assemblies, MK 8 MOD 3 (NSN 1355-01-620-4752). The scope of work includes the production of these assemblies in accordance with specific technical drawings and standards, such as MIL-W-82599 for insulated wire. Key deliverables consist of one set of technical data, five preproduction first article test samples, and various quantities of production units. Delivery schedules range from 30 days for technical data to 540 days for production units following first article approval, with delivery locations including NUWC Division Newport, Toole Army Depot, and Letterkenny Munitions Center. The award process prioritizes non-price factors, with past performance and small business participation being significantly more important than price. Past performance is evaluated based on quality management systems, timeliness of delivery, and small business utilization, requiring a minimum rating of limited confidence for eligibility. Technical requirements include compliance with ISO-9001:2015 and specific packaging and marking standards such as MIL-STD-130 and MIL-STD-129. Additionally, contractors must adhere to NIST SP 800-171 cybersecurity standards and utilize the Wide Area Work Flow Receipt and Acceptance system for invoicing. Following two amendments, the final offer submission deadline was extended to February 27, 2026.

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FUSEE, BACKFIRING

Solicitation # SPE8E5-27-Q-0005

Solicitation SPE8E5-27-Q-0005 is a firm fixed price procurement issued by DLA Troop Support for backfiring fusees, identified by NSN 6260-00-294-1279. The requirement consists of multiple line items, including 5 boxes and 355 boxes, with each box containing 72 units. The items must be manufactured in accordance with Forest Service Specification 5100-360F Amendment 1. Due to the item's classification as a flammable solid, the contractor must comply with strict hazardous materials regulations, including the submission of Safety Data Sheets per Federal Standard No. 313-E and specific packaging and marking requirements under MIL-STD-129 and RP001. A critical requirement of this contract is the submission of first article samples to the Missoula Technology and Development Center for inspection and testing. The contractor must provide laboratory test reports from a government-acceptable facility and a Certificate of Conformance detailing the specification type and class. Delivery is set for destination, with specific timelines of 60 and 280 days after order. Administrative requirements include the use of the Wide Area WorkFlow system for electronic invoicing and payment requests, and adherence to various FAR and DFARS clauses regarding cybersecurity, export controls, and contractor conduct.

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EBAD CAD PAD Requirements

Solicitation # N00421-26-RFPREQ-WPM202-03XX

The Department of Defense, specifically Navair, intends to award multiple sole-source, firm-fixed-price delivery orders to Ensign-Bickford Aerospace and Defense Company. These orders are for the acquisition and testing of developmental CAD/PAD technologies essential to the CAD/PAD Joint Program Office, specifically including Exploding-Bridgewire Electric Detonators, Flexible Confined Detonating Cord Assemblies, and associated adaptors. The work will be executed under an existing Basic Ordering Agreement with an estimated period of performance of 360 days after contract award. This procurement is being conducted as a sole-source action under FAR 6.103-1 and 10 U.S.C. 3204(a)(1), as the government has determined that Ensign-Bickford is the only responsible source capable of satisfying the agency's requirements. While the government is negotiating with a single source, other responsible parties may submit capability statements. Potential subcontracting opportunities may be available through Ensign-Bickford Aerospace and Defense Company.

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Munitions Explosive Components (MEC) Support

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FY27-31 WC864 Ball Powder

Solicitation # W15QKN26RA085

The Department of Defense, specifically the W6QK Acc-Ri-Picatinny office located at Picatinny Arsenal, New Jersey, is soliciting bids for the FY27-31 WC864 Ball Powder contract. This combined contract opportunity, identified by solicitation number W15QKN26RA085, falls under NAICS code 325920. The solicitation was posted on October 2, 2026, with a response deadline of October 21, 2026. Interested parties may contact Gina Cuiffo or Bethany Ficacci-Kretzmer for further information regarding the requirements and submission process.

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