1.5_SOW_VLS_MK_8_CAD_V2_DRAFT_BZ.docx

1. INTRODUCTION

The Naval Surface Warfare Center, Corona Division (Corona Division), Surface Range Engineering Branch, RS33 has a requirement to procure MK 8 Explosive and Inert Bolts; part number 6784421, and the necessary shipping brackets for the explosive bolts for the MK 25 Vertical Launch System (VLS).

2. BACKGROUND

Corona Division, Surface Range Engineering Branch, RS33 seeks replacement items in support of the MK 25 VLS. These hardware parts are needed for the Vertical Launch System (VLS) canisters as part of the MK 25 MOD 0 to MOD 1 upgrades.

3. SCOPE

The scope of this effort is to procure 64 MK 8 Explosive Bolts, P/N: 6784421, including any necessary shipping brackets, and 16 MK 8 Inert Bolts, P/N: 6784421 Inert as specified in Section 5.

4. APPLICABLE DOCUMENTS

All applicable specifications for the manufacturing of this part are stated within the drawings and need to be abided by.

Table 1

All supplied documents should be reviewed thoroughly for all required vendor parts, test procedures, and requirements.

5. REQUIREMENTS

Table 2

The MK 8 Explosive Bolt part number 6784421 requires Lot Acceptance Testing (LAT) and lot sample retention quantities to be provided, per WS 33598. Please reference Table 3 for the required LAT and retention quantities required. The LAT and retention sample quantities are included in the quantities ordered, and shall be considered when submitting proposals.

Table 3

The required minimum quantity is 64 MK 8 Explosive Bolts. In accordance with Table 3, nine units shall be used for LAT, four units shall be retained for future inspection, and 51 units shall be delivered.

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