Re-Manufacture of F-16 Canopy Jettison Rocket Motor

This contract pertains to the re-manufacturing of components for the F-16 canopy jettison rocket motors, with an estimated award date around August 2025. It is a presolicitation notice issued by the Department of the Air Force, specifically through the FA8213 Aflcmc Ebhk office at Hill Air Force Base in Utah. The procurement is not set aside for small businesses and is restricted to a sole source vendor, Rockwell Collins, Inc., identified by CAGE code 13499, indicating that the contract will be awarded without competitive bidding unless otherwise justified. The solicitation is expected to be publicly available via the Governmentwide Point of Entry at sam.gov around June 27, 2025. The contract involves the production of 200 units each of two distinct rocket motor components, with delivery scheduled approximately 24 months after contract award. The scope of work involves the manufacturing of specific parts identified by their NSNs and part numbers, with detailed descriptions provided for the components, including physical dimensions, weight, and material specifications. The contract emphasizes the importance of qualification packages for contractors not already qualified under FAR 52.209-1, though the government reserves the right to proceed without delay for qualification submissions. The overall effort falls under NAICS code 325920, which covers the manufacturing of chemical and allied products, indicating the specialized nature of the components. Interested parties, including potential subcontractors, are encouraged to contact the designated points of contact, Sharon Davis and Shasta Selwood, for further information. The contract aims to support the continued operational readiness of F-16 aircraft by ensuring the availability of remanufactured canopy jettison rocket motor components.