1356 - 1356-01-106-5985; WW98; Initiating Propellant; DWG: 2508738 REV AA

The Department of the Navy Naval Supply Systems Command (NAVSUP) Weapon Systems Support at Mechanicsburg is seeking eligible contractors to manufacture and furnish 1356-01-106-5985 WW98 Initiating Propellant components used on the 4T HWT system. This pre-solicitation notice invites capable contractors to submit capability statements demonstrating their interest and qualifications to perform the required manufacturing effort, including labor, material, and facilities. The Government intends to conduct full and open competition for this procurement and possesses the technical data necessary to support manufacturing operations, which may be provided to interested parties. While this notice is not a formal request for competitive proposals, all capability statements received by the November 27, 2025 closing date will be evaluated and considered by the Government in determining how to proceed with the procurement. The Government retains sole discretion in determining whether to compete this contract based on the responses received.

This procurement carries no set-aside designation and is classified under NAICS 325920 (Explosives Manufacturing) and PSC 1356 (Torpedos and Components, Explosive), indicating the specialized and regulated nature of the work required. The pre-solicitation notice does not identify any incumbent contractors or current service providers, nor does it specify the contract award value, budget range, or the quantity of initiating propellant units required for manufacture. Interested contractors should note that this sources sought notice establishes November 27, 2025 as the deadline for submitting capability statements, after which the Government will make internal determinations regarding competitive strategy. Contractors in the explosives manufacturing sector with relevant experience in naval weapons system components are encouraged to respond to establish their eligibility and capabilities for potential future solicitation.