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This Government Contract opportunity from Department Of Defense was posted on April 10, 2026. The submission period has ended. Browse the details below for market research, or find similar active opportunities.

Manufacture of Propellant Actuated Devices (PADs) – Impulse Drogue Gun Cartridge

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NAICS: 332996
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The contract involves the manufacture of Propellant Actuated Devices (PADs), specifically impulse cartridges designed to integrate propellants that deploy drogue chutes during aircraft ejection sequences. These devices are critical for ensuring stable orientation of the aircraft occupant during ejection. The work will be performed as a subcontract under the Department of Defense, specifically through the FA8213 Aflcmc Ebhk office. The place of performance is designated at Hill Air Force Base. The solicitation, posted in April 2026, sets the response deadline for early May 2026. This procurement falls under NAICS code 332996, which pertains to the fabrication of metal valve and pipe fitting manufacturing, in this case applied to specialized aerospace safety components. Key points include the focus on impulse drogue gun cartridges that integrate propellant technology, ensuring the functionality and reliability of aircraft ejection systems in critical situations.

General Info

Manufacture of impulse cartridges for aircraft ejection drogue chutes, subcontract at Hill AFB.

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Department Of Defense → FA8213 Aflcmc EbhkView Agency

NAICS

332996 - Fabricated Pipe and Pipe Fitting ManufacturingView NAICS

Place of Performance

Hill Air Force Base, UT, USA

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

This scope was carved out of FA8213-25-R-3026.

The full solicitation package (19 documents), including the RFP, is on the prime solicitation, not on this scope.

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Advanced Concept Ejection Seat (ACES) II Harness Release Cartridge and Drogue Gun Cartridge

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AgencyDepartment Of Defense → FA8213 Aflcmc Ebhk
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Fabrication of impulse cartridges integrating propellants to deploy drogue chutes during aircraft ejection sequences for stable orientation.

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