EDRM - Enhanced Drogue Rocket Motor

Solicitation FA8213-26-R-3036 is an Invitation for Bid issued by the Department of the Air Force, AFLCMC EBHK, for the procurement of 21 Enhanced Drogue Rocket Motors (NSN 1377-01-591-8912 ES) used in ejection seats to provide necessary altitude thrust. This firm-fixed-price contract designates Rockwell Collins Inc. as the sole source and requires the motors to be constructed from machined metal and plastic with energetic propellant. Delivery is split into two lots, with Lot 1 due 20 months and Lot 2 due 26 months after receipt of order, shipping F.O.B. Origin to Whiteman Air Force Base, Missouri. The proposal submission deadline was extended via amendment to October 30, 2026. Due to the nature of the items as Critical Safety Items and ammunition and explosives, the contract mandates stringent quality assurance and safety compliance. The contractor must maintain a quality program modeled on ISO 9001:2015 or AS9100 and adhere to rigorous radiographic inspection standards and government-witnessed lot acceptance testing. Packaging and marking must comply with MIL-STD-2073-1, MIL-STD-129, and ISPM 15, with specific requirements for hazardous materials (UN0186). Key deliverables include monthly production status reports, Ammunition Data Cards via the WARP system, and specific CDRLs. Payment is processed through WAWF, and the contractor is required to host a post-award meeting within 30 days of the award to ensure mutual understanding of all technical and contractual requirements.