1377-01-529-0812 Shielded Mild Detonating Cord (SMDC) (Multiple NSN)

The Department of the Navy Naval Supply Systems Command is procuring Shielded Mild Detonating Cord (SMDC) under multiple National Stock Numbers through this explosives manufacturing solicitation. The procurement is restricted exclusively to Pacific Scientific Energetic Materials, indicating a sole-source acquisition for these specialized explosive components classified under cartridge and propellant actuated devices. The items being procured are explosive materials that will require a mandatory Safety Survey of the contractor's facilities due to their hazardous nature. A limited drawing package is available to support the procurement, though drawings will not be provided on CD format and paper copies will not be furnished. The solicitation was posted on April 18, 2025, with responses due by June 27, 2025.

This procurement does not utilize any small business set-aside designations, reflecting the specialized nature of the explosive materials and the restriction to the single qualified manufacturer. Pacific Scientific Energetic Materials appears to be the incumbent or designated supplier for this requirement, as the solicitation explicitly limits participation to this company only. The solicitation references explosive weight and class information that bidders must review within the full solicitation document to understand the specific technical requirements and safety protocols. No specific award values, quantities, or performance timelines are disclosed in the summary information provided. The place of performance and delivery locations are not specified in the available solicitation details, though the Safety Survey requirement suggests manufacturing will occur at Pacific Scientific Energetic Materials' facilities.