ALCM Expanding Tube Release System (ETRS) Rings
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The contract FA8213-26-R-3043 involves the procurement of Expanding Tube Release System (ETRS) Rings, key components used in the AGM-86 Air Launched Cruise Missiles operated by the U.S. Air Force. It is a firm-fixed price contract focused on manufacturing these specialized rings, which feature an aluminum structure with an explosive cord and a fan expanding tube assembly. The contract requires delivery of 50 units by May 31, 2028, with associated technical data provided in electronic format. The contracting office located at Hill Air Force Base, Utah, will oversee the acquisition process, and all qualified sources are encouraged to submit proposals before the response deadline on June 30, 2026. Qualification as a technically acceptable source necessitates adherence to the specified Joint Qualification Requirements (JQR). This solicitation is open to full and open competition, allowing foreign-owned firms to participate, though they must consult with the contracting officer about any award restrictions prior to submitting proposals. The contracting office will determine the final place of performance after awarding the contract. Primary points of contact include personnel at the issuing office, with all communications handled electronically. Potential offerors such as Rockwell Collins, Inc., and Pacific Scientific Energetic Materials, among others, are indicated as recipients of notification for this procurement opportunity. The contract aligns with NAICS code 325920, covering explosive manufacturing, under a Department of Defense agency.
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UT, USASet-Aside
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Synopsis for FA8213-26-R-3043
Expanding Tube Release System (ETRS) Rings
Product Service Code: 1377 – CAD/PAD Components
NAICS: 325920 - Explosive Manufacturing
Issuing Contract Office:
FA8213 AFLCMC EBHK
6072 Fir Ave BLDG 1233
Hill AFB, UT 84056-5820
United States
Set Aside Status:
Full and Open Competition – Must be a qualified source by time of contract award. See JQR attachment for qualification process.
Place of Contract Performance:
To be determined upon contract award
All responsible sources may submit a proposal which shall be considered by the agency.
Notice to foreign owned firms:
Prospective Offerors are advised that foreign participation is permitted at the prime contractor level. Foreign-owned firms are advised to contact the contracting officer before submitting any proposal information to determine whether there are restrictions on receiving an award.
Description:
This acquisition is to establish a firm-fixed price (FFP) contract. The United States Government (USG) intends to procure Expanding Tube Release System (ETRS) Rings for use in USAF AGM-86 Air Launched Cruise Missiles.
The USG reserves the right to not issue a solicitation in response to this Synopsis. Interested parties with questions may reach out to the Primary Contracting Officer as listed below.
The JQR documents describing the required process needed to become qualified (as a requirement to be considered a technically acceptable source for award) are listed in the attachments below.
Line-Item Overview:
0001 - The release assembly consists of a fan expanding tube that is mounted in an aluminum ring with attachment flanges. This ring contains an explosive cord. Supp. Description: DODIC: KY91, Quantity: 50 EA
NSN: 1336-01-124-9369ES P/N: 51302-3 Delivery: On or Before 31 MAY 2028
ALT NSN: 1336-01-526-9868ES P/N: 876025-01 Delivery: On or Before 31 MAY 2028
0002 - Technical Data, Not Separately Priced, IAW DD 1423-1(s), Delivery IAW applicable DD1423-1(s)
Electronic procedures will be used for this solicitation.
To: ROCKWELL COLLINS, INC., CEDAR RAPIDS, IA.,52498-0505.
To: PACIFIC SCIENTIFIC ENERGETIC MATERI, HOLLISTER, CA.,95023-9635.