Hardness Surveillance EMP Program (HSEP) for ICBM. The contractor shall furnish all equipment required to perform HSEP testing to include High altitude burs pulser that is approved and certified for nuclear safety by the Government IAW PWS.

The contract involves providing specialized testing services for the Hardness Surveillance Electromagnetic Pulse Program (HSEP) to support the Minuteman III Intercontinental Ballistic Missile (ICBM) system. These services include engineering expertise, equipment and facility repairs, site exposure testing to high-altitude and source region electromagnetic pulses, analysis, hardness forecasting, and cybersecurity monitoring in compliance with DoD cybersecurity standards. The contractor must supply a qualified, nuclear-certified high-energy pulser and all necessary equipment along with cleared personnel to conduct testing at multiple locations, primarily based at Hill Air Force Base in Utah. Issued by the Air Force Nuclear Weapons Center, the contract is a sources-sought notice with solicitation number FA8207-26-R-HSEP, posted on May 11, 2026, with responses due by May 30, 2026. The work falls under NAICS code 541330 and focuses on ensuring nuclear safety certification of all test equipment per government requirements. The contract emphasizes maintaining strict oversight, management, and documentation throughout the testing process, making it a critical component of maintaining the operability and resilience of the Minuteman III missile system against electromagnetic threats. Points of contact are based at Hill AFB, providing direct communication channels for interested parties.