Wing, Fin, Elevon Cartridges

Solicitation FA821326R3044 is a full and open competition for a firm-fixed price contract to procure Wing, Fin, and Elevon impulse cartridges for the United States Air Force AGM-86 Air Launched Cruise Missiles. Managed by the AFLCMC EBHK at Hill Air Force Base, Utah, the acquisition focuses on critical safety items used in missile deployment actuators. The required delivery for impulse wing cartridges is 24 months after receipt of order, with a final delivery deadline for all items on or before May 31, 2028. Due to the safety-critical nature of these explosive devices, prospective bidders must undergo a rigorous pre-contract qualification process, including data and process verification and testing in accordance with Boeing specifications. The contract mandates strict adherence to military standards for packaging, marking, and hazardous materials handling, including MIL-STD-129 for shipment and storage, MIL-STD-130 for item identification, and ISPM 15 for wood packaging. Contractors must provide unique item identifiers and serial numbers for all cartridges. Administrative requirements include the use of the Wide Area Workflow system for invoicing and the submission of various data deliverables, such as Ammunition Data Cards and Lot Acceptance Test Plans. Additionally, the contract incorporates stringent cybersecurity requirements via CMMC level compliance and DFARS regulations regarding the handling of controlled unclassified information and safety precautions for ammunition and explosives.