1377-01-559-2164; JM96; impulse cartridge, CCU-166/B

The Department of the Navy Naval Supply Systems Command is seeking to procure the JM96 Impulse Cartridge, specifically the CCU-166/B model, through a competitive solicitation. This opportunity is focused on explosive cartridge manufacturing within the Explosives Manufacturing NAICS category (325920). The solicitation, identified by contract number 1377-01-559-2164, requires potential contractors to be prepared for a comprehensive Safety Survey due to the explosive nature of the item. Electronic drawings are available for review, but physical paper copies will not be provided to bidders. The solicitation was posted on January 15, 2025, with proposals due by March 14, 2025, giving potential vendors approximately two months to prepare and submit their competitive responses.

The contract is designated as a 100 percent Small Business Set-Aside, meaning only qualified small businesses can compete for this opportunity. While specific award values are not disclosed in the notice, the procurement involves cartridge and propellant actuated devices within Product Service Code 1377-P. Interested vendors will need to carefully review the complete solicitation documents to understand the precise explosive weight and classification requirements. The manufacturing and potential delivery of these impulse cartridges will likely occur at a facility meeting the Department of the Navy's stringent safety and production specifications. Prospective contractors should be prepared to demonstrate their capabilities in manufacturing specialized explosive components and compliance with military procurement standards.