A07 - ATTACH_0004_Security_SOW.pdf

This document provides details on a federal solicitation for infrared countermeasure flares. The Army Contracting Command - Rock Island is soliciting proposals for the M206 and MJU-7A/B infrared countermeasure flares used to protect helicopters, fixed-wing aircraft, and other platforms from infrared heat-seeking missiles. The solicitation number is W52P1J-17-R-0155 with a closing date of January 6, 2020. The flares use a magnesium and Teflon formulation to generate heat upon ignition and are housed in metal cases for dispensing. Interested producers must have the facilities, equipment, personnel, and clearance to safely manufacture these hazardous pyrotechnic devices. The technical data package is classified and distribution is restricted to the Department of Defense and its contractors. Failure to source the flares from a qualified producer could impact aircraft mission capability or safety. The NAICS code is 325998 and the business size standard is 500 employees. The soliciting agency is the Department of the Army Materiel Command Joint Munitions Command.