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F-16 Canopy Actuated Release Bolt
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The contract concerns the procurement of the F-16 Canopy Actuated Release Bolt (CARB), a Critical Safety Item vital to aircrew survival in the F-16 aircraft. The CARB is constructed from high-strength steel and incorporates an internal passage housing an explosive train composed of base charges, transfer charges, and an interconnecting charge. The device interfaces with Detonation Transfer Assemblies through ports on either end and features two circumferential grooves. Given its critical safety function, any failure of the CARB poses severe risks, including serious injury or death to aircrew members. Issued by the Department of Defense under solicitation number FA821326R3021, this contract is managed through the Aflcmc Ebhk office located at Hill Air Force Base, Utah. The solicitation was posted on April 13, 2026, with responses due by May 13, 2026. There is no set-aside program applied to this acquisition. The contract falls under NAICS Code 325920, related to explosives manufacturing. A list of subcontractors involved in handling arms, ammunition, and explosives is maintained to ensure compliance with security and hazard classifications, proper handling of government-furnished property, and regulatory requirements. The primary point of contact for this contract is Darin Barnes, reachable via email for coordination and inquiries.
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NAICS
Place of Performance
UT, USASet-Aside
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Submission Closed
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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.
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