Slipper Shroud Alignment Tool for MMIII weapon system

This upcoming contract opportunity involves the procurement of spare parts for the Minuteman III weapon system, specifically focusing on the Slipper Shroud Alignment Tool. The contract, anticipated to be awarded in October 2025, is managed by the Supply Chain Management Contracting Division at Hill Air Force Base in Utah. The scope includes the delivery of a first article, which is a corrosion-resistant steel component used for precise mechanical alignment of the inflight disconnect slipper relative to the aft shroud, along with associated test and inspection data. Following successful qualification, the contract will also include the production of eleven additional units to be delivered by June 17, 2026. The government holds extensive engineering data rights, allowing interested vendors to assess whether they can qualify as a source of supply based on the provided data package, which encompasses design and engineering documentation. This procurement is set aside exclusively for small businesses under the SBA's Total Small Business Set-Aside program, with the NAICS code 336413 indicating the manufacturing of military vehicle parts. The solicitation, identified by number FA820625R0896, will be posted on Sam.gov around August 7, 2025, with responses due by September 6, 2025. The contract emphasizes adherence to detailed design specifications, engineering documents, and applicable government rights to data. Logistics and transportation details are outlined in related documentation, ensuring proper handling and shipping procedures. Interested vendors and potential sources are encouraged to review the posted solicitation and data package to determine their capability to fulfill the contract requirements.