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Alternate Sourcing for JAU-72B/A Cartridge Actuated Initiators
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The U.S. Navy intends to award a sole-source, firm-fixed-price contract to Task Aerospace, Inc. for the acquisition of the PN 740055-1 cartridge actuated initiator and its associated test fixture, aimed at qualifying an alternate supplier for the JAU-72B/A external initiators used in V-22 aircraft emergency ejection systems. This effort supports the CAD/PAD Joint Program Office’s mission to broaden the supplier base for critical developmental technologies, ensuring operational reliability and continuity. Task Aerospace, Inc. has already developed the design based on NCRADA-NSWCIH-24-308 requirements and will use this contract to perform feasibility testing of their component against specified performance criteria. The estimated contract value is $850,000, with performance expected to run from August 1, 2026, to August 1, 2027, and an award date of July 2, 2026. The acquisition will be executed under FAR 6.103-1 due to the unique technical requirements that only Task Aerospace can meet, and it will be conducted under an existing Basic Ordering Agreement between the Government and the vendor. This notice, posted on June 11, 2026, with a response deadline of June 25, 2026, is not a solicitation for competitive proposals but serves as an opportunity for other parties to submit capability statements to inform the Government’s decision on whether competition is feasible. All submissions must be provided in writing via email to Mr. Jose Perez at the Naval Air Warfare Center Air Division in Patuxent River, Maryland. The place of performance is Indian Head, Maryland, and the contract falls under NAICS code 541330. No phone inquiries will be accepted, and companies seeking subcontracting opportunities are directed to contact Task Aerospace, Inc. directly. The solicitation number is N00421-26-RFPREQ-WPM202-0139, and the award will be processed through an existing government contract vehicle without set-aside restrictions.
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Indian Head, MD, 20640, USASet-Aside
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This is a notice of intent to award a sole-source, firm-fixed-price contract to Task Aerospace, Inc. (CAGE: 99YV8, UEI: URXHLS476EB4) for the acquisition of the Task Aerospace PN 740055-1 cartridge actuated initiator and its associated test fixture design. The U.S. Navy requires the procurement of developmental CAD/PAD technologies critical for the CAD/PAD Joint Program Office’s mission, specifically in widening the CAD/PAD JPO sources of supply for JAU-72B/A Cartridge Actuated Initiators. This acquisition will allow for feasibility testing of an alternate source of supply for the JAU-72B/A V-22 external initiators in support of the CAD/PAD Joint Program Office.
The estimated award date is 02 July 2026 and the estimated value is $850,000. The estimated period of performance is 01 August 2026 to 1 August 2027. The Government intends to solicit and negotiate with only one source, Task Aerospace, Inc., under the authority of Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) 6.103-1, "Only One Responsible Source and No Other Supplies or Services Will Satisfy Agency Requirements."
Task Aerospace, Inc. investigated the V-22 external initiator and performance requirements from NCRADA-NSWCIH-24-308, developed their design for the V-22 external initiator, and now this acquisition of test samples and test fixture will verify the TASK PN 740055-1 performance. The V-22 external initiator initiates the ballistic sequence to detonate the severance assemblies in an emergency aircrew escape scenario. Additionally, this contract will be awarded under an existing Basic Ordering Agreement between the Government and Task Aerospace, Inc.
Purpose of this Notice: THIS NOTICE OF INTENT IS NOT A REQUEST FOR COMPETITIVE PROPOSALS. Interested parties, however, may identify their interest and capability by responding to the requirement with a capability statement. The Government will consider all information received prior to the closing date of this synopsis. Information received will be considered solely for the purpose of determining whether to conduct a competitive procurement. A determination by the Government not to compete the proposed contract based upon responses to this notice is solely within the discretion of the Government. No phone inquiries will be entertained. Responses shall be made in writing via e-mail to the attention of Mr. Jose Perez using the contact information provided in this synopsis. Companies interested in subcontracting opportunities should contact Task Aerospace, Inc.
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