1377-00-193-8832; M363; Impulse Cartridge, MK 124 Mod 0

The Department of the Navy Naval Supply Systems Command is soliciting competitive bids for the manufacture of Impulse Cartridge, MK 124 Mod 0 (NSN 1377-00-193-8832), an explosive device classified under NAICS 325920 (Explosives Manufacturing). Contractors must demonstrate compliance with multiple cybersecurity and safety requirements, including CMMC Level 2 Self certification, NIST SP 800-171 DoD Assessment standards, and adherence to DoD Manual 4145.26 for ammunition and explosives safety. The government will evaluate proposals based on item risk, price risk, and supplier performance risk using the Supplier Performance Risk System (SPRS), with particular emphasis on contractor quality systems meeting ISO 9001:2015 or equivalent standards. Additionally, contractors must possess radiographer certification per NAS 410, maintain current explosives safety compliance, and be capable of performing first article testing at Naval Surface Warfare Center Indian Head Division. The proposal due date has been extended to February 27, 2026 at 2:00 PM EST, with paper copies not provided and drawings available for review by interested parties.

This is an unrestricted, competitive solicitation with no set-aside designation applicable. The contract involves production of cartridge actuated devices (CAD/PAD) with multiple contract line items (CLINs) covering first article testing, investigative units, lot acceptance testing, and production units, though specific award values and total quantities are not disclosed in the available documentation. Key contract requirements include maintaining energetic materials with specific age restrictions (24 months maximum for finished explosives; 12 months for raw ingredients) and achieving a minimum 85 percent shelf life remaining at delivery. Contractors must submit comprehensive Ammunition Data Cards (ADCs) via the WARP system with full traceability documentation, comply with CAD/PAD item marking instructions including Data Matrix ECC200 bar codes for unique identification, and complete radiographic testing and inspection procedures with 60-day approval notification timelines. Performance will take place at contractor facilities with material submissions to Naval Surface Warfare Center Indian Head Division for government testing and inspection.