This Sources Sought opportunity from Department Of Defense was posted on April 27, 2026. The submission period has ended. Browse the details below for market research, or find similar active opportunities.

Top

Sources Sought for the Establishment of a Center of Excellence for Energetics

Closed

W519TC-26-R-0019Federal

Submission Closed04/29/2026, 10:00:00 PM UTC

Contract Overview

Solicitation details, issuing organization, response deadlines, documents, and interested companies for this government contract opportunity.

Active Opportunities Like This One

Solicitation # FA821326R3061

The F-15 SMDC Cord Set contract, identified by solicitation number FA821326R3061, involves the procurement of Shielded Mild Detonation Cord lines and kits. These explosive components are critical for the F-15 Eagle aircraft's emergency canopy removal system, ensuring the linear transfer of energy required for aircrew escape during emergencies. This presolicitation was posted on August 17, 2026, with a response deadline of September 12, 2026. The project is managed by the Department of Defense through the Aflcmc Ebhk office located at Hill Air Force Base in Utah. The contract falls under NAICS code 325920 and does not include any specific set-asides.

POSTED

DEADLINE

Manufacturing of Explosive Shape Charges for F-16 Spin Chute Recovery System

Solicitation # FA8615-27-RFI-SCRS

The Air Force Life Cycle Management Center is conducting market research to identify qualified sources for the manufacturing of explosive shape charges used in the F-16 Spin Chute Recovery System. This request for information seeks vendors capable of producing high-precision, cartridge-actuated devices, specifically the Shaped Charge Assembly P/N 52238-1, to support critical flight test missions. The government is considering a firm-fixed-price contract with an estimated 24-month period of performance and is evaluating whether to utilize a small business set-aside or full and open competition. Interested respondents must demonstrate technical expertise in handling sensitive energetics, including Lead Azide and RDX, and possess the necessary licensing and safety certifications. Capabilities in build-to-print execution, radiographic testing, and ITAR compliance are required. To access the full technical data package, vendors must have an active DD Form 2345. Capability statements must be submitted in PDF format within 30 days of publication, detailing the company's manufacturing experience, facility clearances, and relevant past performance in aerospace pyrotechnics.

FA8615 Aflcmc Wamk F16

POSTED

DEADLINE

Supply of Dragon Egg Ignition Spheres

Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services

POSTED

DEADLINE

1355-01-436-4620 CWFP CABLE ASSY, ADCAP F/MK48 MODS 6 AND 7 TORPEDOES

Solicitation # N0010426RK022

Solicitation N0010426RK022 is a firm fixed price procurement issued by the Department of Defense, specifically NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support, for the manufacture and delivery of MK62 Mod 1 A Cable Assemblies (NSN 1355-01-436-4620) used for ADCAP F/MK48 Mods 6 and 7 torpedoes. The scope includes the delivery of the primary hardware, technical data via CDRLs A001 through A004, and both first article and production lot test samples for destructive testing. The procurement is structured with multiple line items for different delivery quantities and locations, including sites in Rhode Island, Washington, Virginia, and Hawaii, with an additional option for FY28 requirements up to 120 percent of the base requirement. The award will be based on a best value tradeoff determination, evaluating quality, timeliness of delivery, small business utilization, and price reasonableness. Technical requirements mandate adherence to drawing 6894510 Rev H and associated standards, with inspection and acceptance managed by the DCMA and NAVSEA Keyport using MIL-STD-105 and ASQC-Z1.4 standards. The solicitation has undergone several amendments to extend the response deadline, with the final closing date set for October 29, 2026. Key administrative requirements include the use of the Wide Area WorkFlow system for invoicing, compliance with NIST SP 800-171A for cybersecurity, and adherence to Buy American and specialty metals restrictions.

Navsup Weapon Systems Support Mech

POSTED

DEADLINE

1355-01-620-4752 CWRT Wire Coil, Short

Solicitation # N0010426RK012

Solicitation N0010426RK012 is a firm fixed price requirement issued by the NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support Mech for the procurement of Dispenser Assembly, Wire Coil, MK 8 Mod 3 (NSN/NALC 4T 1355-01-620-4752 CWRT). The procurement includes various delivery quantities ranging from a single set to 200 units, with delivery locations spanning Naval Station Newport, NUWC Division Keyport, and the Navy Submarine Torpedo Facility. The solicitation has undergone multiple amendments to extend the closing date, with the final response deadline established as October 7, 2026. The government will evaluate proposals based on past performance, which is significantly more important than small business participation, and price reasonableness. Technical requirements include the submission of a Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL) for items A001 through A004, as well as the provision of first article preproduction test samples for destructive testing and periodic production samples. Quality assurance is governed by specific Acceptance Quality Levels (1.0 AQL for major characteristics and 2.5 AQL for others), and all items must feature DoD unique identification per MIL-STD-130. Contractors must comply with stringent packaging and marking standards, including MIL-STD-129 and ASTM-D5486. The contract incorporates several critical federal regulations, including the Buy American program, CMMC cybersecurity level requirements, and a specific deviation regarding DEI discrimination by federal contractors. Proposals must be submitted in four electronic volumes covering introductory data, past performance, small business participation, and pricing. Final shipment is contingent upon the review and approval of test validation reports by the NAVSUP WSS PCO.

Navsup Weapon Systems Support Mech

POSTED

DEADLINE

IGNITER, MARK 288 MOD 1

Solicitation # N6660426Q0472

The Naval Undersea Warfare Center Division, Newport intends to award a firm fixed price purchase order for the procurement of MK 288 MOD 1 Igniters. This requirement is being pursued on a sole source basis with the Original Equipment Manufacturer, Pacific Scientific Energetic Materials Company. The procurement falls under NAICS code 325920 for explosives manufacturing and PSC 1377 for cartridge actuated devices and propellants. While this is not a request for competitive quotes, responsible sources may submit capability statements to demonstrate their ability to fulfill the requirement without proprietary restrictions. Access to technical specification drawings is strictly limited to Department of Defense contractors with a valid Joint Certification Program certification and a current NIST SP 800-171 assessment score posted in the Supplier Performance Risk System.

Nuwc Division Newport

POSTED

DEADLINE

N0016426RJR98 - TIMED FIRING DEVICE (TFD)

Solicitation # N0016426RJR98

The Naval Surface Warfare Center, Crane Division (NSWC-CR) is soliciting proposals for a five-year, Indefinite-Delivery Indefinite-Quantity (IDIQ) supply contract under a Firm-Fixed-Price arrangement. The scope involves the production, acceptance, and delivery of the Timed Firing Device (TFD) system, which consists of the TFD kit (MR27), the TFD blasting demo accessory kit (MR28), and the RSI-1586-01 Plastic Encapsulated Detonator or Low Energy Exploding Foil Initiator (LEEFI) (MR29). This precision electronic device is designed to initiate a wide range of explosives and requires the integration of components such as the LEEFI, Shock Tube Initiators, training chips, and software installation for PC and Android applications. The solicitation is a total small business set-aside under NAICS code 325920. The award will be based on best value, evaluated through a combination of pass/fail contract documentation and weighted factors including technical approach, past performance, and price. The technical approach is the most significant factor, requiring a detailed manufacturing, management, and quality plan. Proposals must be submitted via the PIEE Solicitation Module, with specific page limits for technical and past performance volumes. Throughout the solicitation process, multiple amendments were issued to answer industry questions, update pricing matrices, incorporate performance-based payment clauses, and extend the closing date, with the final response deadline set for September 14, 2026. Government furnished property, including electric TFDs and software/firmware disks, is provided to support the program.

POSTED

DEADLINE

1355 - 01-620-4752 CWRT DISPENSER ASSEMBLY, WIRE, MK8 MOD 3

Solicitation # N0010426RK028

Solicitation N0010426RK028, issued by the NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support Mechanics office in Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania, is for the procurement of Wire Coil Dispenser Assemblies (NSN 1355-01-620-4752), specifically the MK 8 MOD 3. The scope of work requires the manufacture of production units in accordance with Drawing 8555076 and associated specifications, including the delivery of five preproduction test samples for first article testing. Key deliverables also include technical data items A001 through A004, covering test procedures and inspection reports. The delivery schedule is tiered, with initial items due within 30 to 120 days of award, and larger production quantities due within 420 to 540 days following first article test approval. Shipments are destined for various locations, including NUWC Division Newport, Toole Army Depot, and Letterkenny Munitions Center. The award process is based on a best-value trade-off where non-price factors, specifically past performance regarding quality and timeliness of delivery, are significantly more important than price. Offerors must achieve at least a limited confidence rating in past performance to be eligible for the award. Technical requirements include compliance with ISO 9001:2015 and specific military standards for marking and packaging, such as MIL-STD-129R. Additionally, contractors must adhere to NIST SP 800-171 cybersecurity standards for safeguarding covered defense information. Invoicing and acceptance must be processed electronically through the Wide Area Work Flow Receipt and Acceptance system. The solicitation has undergone two amendments to extend the offer submission deadline, ultimately moving the closing date to February 27, 2026.

Navsup Weapon Systems Support Mech

POSTED

DEADLINE

Flotation Life Unit (FLU-9)

Solicitation # FA821326R3062

Solicitation FA821326R3062, issued by the Department of the Air Force and managed by the Aflcmc Ebhk office at Hill AFB, is for the procurement of Flotation Life Unit (FLU-9) inflation devices. The contract specifies the acquisition of 214 total units of the electro-explosive initiator (NSN 1377015900158ES, P/N 01-0-04-200-0AA), distributed across five line items to various destinations including DCI004, DJOB00, DSN800, DSNW00, and DTW004. All units are subject to a delivery timeline of 30 months after receipt of the order. The solicitation is identified as a sole source to Stratus Systems, Inc., with a response deadline of November 7, 2026. The contract includes rigorous quality and technical requirements, including the ES7034 clause for the rework and repair of nonconforming materials and strict adherence to CAD/PAD item marking instructions for DoD Item Unique Identification. Packaging and preservation must comply with MIL-STD-2073-1 and SPI F01-590-0158, with specific requirements for hazardous materials shipping via REPSHIP reporting. Additionally, the contractor is required to provide various data deliverables as outlined in the Contract Data Requirements List, including Ammunition Data Cards and Engineering Change Proposals, with payment withholding tied to the successful delivery of these CDRLs.

POSTED

DEADLINE

Solicitation # FA8213-26-R-3029

Solicitation FA8213-26-R-3029 is issued by the Department of the Air Force, specifically the Aflcmc Ebhk office at Hill AFB, Utah, for the procurement of F-35 Fire Bottle Cartridges (NSN 1377-01-661-0137, Part No. 475031). This is an IDIQ requirement for safety-critical aircraft components used in fire suppression systems. Due to the manufacturing complexity and mission risk associated with these cartridges, pre-award qualification is mandatory, involving a comprehensive 360-day process that includes facilities reviews, process verification, and qualification article testing. Only fully qualified sources are eligible for award. The contract mandates strict adherence to technical and logistical standards, including the use of MIL-STD-1168 and MIL-STD-962 for Ammunition Data Cards and compliance with DoD Item Unique Identification policy for marking. Contractors must follow specific rework and repair procedures under ES7034, requiring government approval for any nonconforming material. Packaging and shipping must comply with SPI-PHST-347 and various hazardous material regulations, including REPSHIP data requirements for HAZMAT shipments. The solicitation includes a detailed Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL) for engineering change proposals and notices of revision, and it identifies Kiddie Technologies Inc. as a sole-source manufacturer. Responses are due by October 8, 2026.

POSTED

DEADLINE

Signal Distress Day & Night No.1 Mk5

Solicitation # W8703-270013/A

The Department of National Defence is seeking a supplier for the acquisition and resupply of Signal Distress Day & Night No.1 Mk5 survival signals. These devices, consisting of a waterproof tubular canister with a flare and smoke signal, are critical for alerting rescuers to the position of Canadian Armed Forces personnel in distress. The procurement includes a firm requirement for two inert cutaway training aids to be delivered between September and November 2027, and 4,320 units per year for delivery to the Canadian Forces Ammunition Depot (CFAD) Dundurn in Saskatchewan during the 2027 and 2028 windows. There is an unfunded optional quantity for an additional 4,320 units per year for 2029 and 2030. The contract is subject to the Controlled Goods Program and requires compliance with various international and national standards, including ISO 9001:2015 and specific NATO and military environmental test standards. Award selection is based on the lowest evaluated price among offers that meet all mandatory technical criteria. All pricing must be submitted in Canadian dollars on a Delivery Duty Paid (DDP) basis. Due to the nature of the items, the contractor must adhere to strict dangerous goods packaging and marking regulations, provide bilingual safety data sheets, and manage necessary export licenses and regulatory permits. Submissions must be received by September 10, 2026, and include required certifications regarding the Ineligibility and Suspension Policy and employment equity.

Department of National Defence

POSTED

DEADLINE

Impulse Cartridge Initiator and Rocket Motor Manufacturing

FA8213 Aflcmc Ebhk

POSTED

8 days ago

DEADLINE

in 18 days

AI Contract Overview

The U.S. Army Contracting Command-Rock Island, acting on behalf of the Office of Project Lead Joint Services, is conducting market research through a Sources Sought Notice to identify industry capabilities for establishing a Center of Excellence for Energetics at Blue Grass Army Depot in Richmond, Kentucky. The goal is to rapidly develop, construct, commission, and operate a facility capable of scaling up and producing current and emerging explosives such as RDX and HMX, with full operational capability required before 2031. Industry responders are expected to provide detailed technical approaches, facility layouts including R&D labs, pilot and full-rate production areas, packaging, and waste treatment systems, along with an Integrated Master Schedule, personnel breakdowns, and rough order of magnitude cost estimates with price-per-pound projections over a 5- to 10-year horizon. Responses must be submitted electronically by April 29, 2026, no later than 5:00 PM CDT, limited to 40 pages inclusive, and must include the company’s Unique Entity Identifier and CAGE code, size status, and socioeconomic certifications. The Government has emphasized that this is not a competitive procurement at this stage and will use inputs to shape a future procurement under a Undefinitized Contract Action with a Firm-Fixed-Price ceiling, utilizing Class Deviation 2024-00005 to accelerate capabilities for strategic defense priorities. Offerors must propose not only a technical and operational concept but also a viable contracting vehicle and funding model. The Government does not plan to provide operational funding and requires proposers to include private capital investment, at-risk equity, and a clear capital structure. Proposed contractual mechanisms may include FAR-based contracting, Other Transaction Authority, Public-Private Partnership, or Enhanced Use Lease, and proposers must justify their chosen approach. Compliance with DoD 6055.09-M explosives safety standards and National Environmental Policy Act requirements is mandatory, along with securing all necessary environmental permits and demonstrating expertise in explosives manufacturing, safety, and environmental compliance. A site visit was held on April 8, 2026, requiring participants to complete a BGAD NCIC form and present REAL ID-compliant identification; foreign nationals were excluded from attendance. All submissions must clearly mark proprietary information, and no reimbursement will be provided for proposal development costs. Responses must be sent via email to three designated government points of contact, with file sizes limited to 5 MB unless delivered through DoD SAFE. No formal evaluation weights,

General Info

U.S. Army seeks industry proposals for private-funded explosives facility at Blue Grass by 2031 with at-risk capital and innovative contracting models.

Agency

Department Of Defense → W6QK Acc-RiView Agency

NAICS

325920 - Explosives ManufacturingView NAICS

Place of Performance

Richmond, KY, 40475, USA

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

(6)

Attachment+0001+-+Sources+Sought+for+the+Establishment+of+a+Center+of++Excellence+for+Energetics_7+April+2026.pdf

PDF

Sources Sought for Center of Excellence for Energetics W519TC-26-R-0019

PDF•sources-sought

Sources Sought W51PTC-26-R-0019 Q&A 27 April 2026

PDF•q-and-a

Attachment+0002+-+BGAD+Capabilities+Brief.pdf

PDF

Attachment+0003+-+BGAD+NCIC+Form.pdf

PDF

Sources Sought W519TC-26-R-0019 Q&A

PDF•sources-sought

AI Contract Breakdown

Uniform Contract Format

Timeline

4 updates

PhaseClosed

PostedMar 13

Sources Sought

Amendment 1Mar 26

Contract was updated

Amendment 2Apr 7

Contract was updated

Amendment 3Apr 17

Contract was updated

Amendment 4Apr 27

Contract was updated

Response DeadlineApr 29

Deadline has passed

Submission Closed

04/29/2026, 10:00:00 PM UTC

Find active opportunities like this

Start your free trial to discover similar active contracts, track opportunities, and build proposals with AI assistance.

Organization & Contact Information

AgencyDepartment Of Defense → W6QK Acc-Ri

Contacts2 people available

OfficeROCK ISLAND, IL, 61299-0000, USA

Organization / Agency

Department Of Defense → W6QK Acc-Ri

View Agency Profile

Office AddressROCK ISLAND, IL, 61299-0000, USA

Contacts

Lindsey Arguello

contact@example.gov

SFC Pramod Khanal

contact@example.gov

Full Description

The Army Contracting Command-Rock Island (ACC-RI), on behalf of the Office of Project Lead Joint Services (PL JS), is seeking information and feedback from domestic industry sources on the potential for design, development, construction, commissioning, and operation of a comprehensive, modern, and efficient "Center of Excellence" (CoE) for scale-up and production of current and emerging explosives to be located at Blue Grass Army Depot, KY. The Army is interested in rapid acceleration of this capability with completion prior to 2031.

Refer to the Sources Sought Attachment 0001 for more details.

Update 26 March 2026: The attachments section has been updated to include Attachment 0002 – BGAD Capabilities Brief.

The Government is offering a site survey visit at Blue Grass Army Depot on 8 April 2026 for interested vendors. The tentative schedule for the site survey is:

8:45 EDT: Arrival and sign in at security
9:15 EDT: Capabilities brief
10:00 EDT: BGAD Tour
11:30 EDT: Departure

To facilitate onsite visits, each individual attendee shall complete Attachment 0003 - BGAD National Crime Information Center (NCIC) Form attached to this announcement. Attendees shall note, the number of people per interested vendor is limited to a maximum of four attendees. The Government staff at BGAD will vet all attendees accessing the facility using the National Crime Information Center. Each individual attending must present a REAL ID-compliant state-issued identification or other acceptable ID to enter the federal facility. For this site survey, foreign nationals will not be able to attend due to limited time to vet attendees but there may be additional opportunities for site visits in the future.

To request a site survey visit, contact Contract Specialist: Lindsey Arguello at lindsey.j.arguello.civ@army.mil, Contracting Officer: SFC Pramod Khanal at pramod.khanal.mil@army.mil, and BGAD Business Development Officer: Thomas Viney at thomas.m.viney.civ@army.mil. Requests must be submitted no later than 1 April 2026 at 5:00 PM CDT. Please submit all completed NCIC Forms along with the request for a site survey visit.

Update 7 April 2026: Attachment 0001 has been updated to include the following:

The deadline for responses to this Sources Sought Notice has been extended to 29 April 2026. All responses are due by 5:00 PM CDT on that date.
The page limit has been updated to 40 pages. The Government requests that responses are focused on the key information requested within the SSN. The page limit is inclusive of all content.
All questions regarding the Sources Sought Notice must be submitted by 10 April 2026 at 5:00 PM CDT. All questions must be submitted by electronic mail to Contracting Officer: SFC Pramod Khanal at pramod.khanal.mil@army.mil, Contract Specialist: Lindsey Arguello at email lindsey.j.arguello.civ@army.mil, and Contract Specialist: Rebecca Bernard at email rebecca.s.bernard2.civ@army.mil.

Update 17 April 2026: The attachments section has been updated to include Attachment 0004 - Q&A - Sources Sought W519TC-26-R-0019.

The U.S. Government (USG) is actively processing inquiries received in response to this Sources Sought Notice (SSN). Because many of these questions require additional research and/or internal coordination, the USG may not be able to provide answers to all inquiries prior to the SSN closing date. The USG will, however, continue to post answers as information becomes available.

To avoid delays in the development of the ECOE requirement and acquisition strategy, the USG strongly requests that industry partners continue to proceed with the preparation and submission of their SSN responses by the established deadline, utilizing the information currently provided, and any additional information that is posted prior to the SSN closing date.

Update 27 April 2026: Attachment 0004 - Q&A - Sources Sought W519TC-26-R-0019 has been updated. The USG is still actively processing inquiries received in response to this SSN.