1377 - NASA t-38N

The Department of the Navy Naval Supply Systems Command is procuring cartridge actuated devices and propellant actuated devices (CAD/PAD) related to the NASA T-38N program under solicitation N0010426RK011. The procurement involves explosive items classified as Hazard Class 1.4C, requiring comprehensive documentation including Ammunition Data Cards (ADCs) that comply with MIL-STD-1168 and MIL-STD-962 standards. Key contract requirements include preparation of detailed ADCs documenting all energetic materials and hardware components with complete traceability, manufacturer part numbers, lot numbers, dates of manufacture, and supporting quality assurance documentation. Contractors must also comply with CAD/PAD item marking instructions requiring Unique Identifiers with both Human Readable Information (HRI) and Machine Readable Information (MRI) using Data Matrix ECC200 bar codes. The solicitation was posted on October 15, 2025, with a proposal due date of December 5, 2025, and prospective vendors must submit questions and proposals within this timeframe.

This procurement carries no set-aside designation and is restricted to vendors located in PacSci, California, with procurement from incumbent contractor Proven Quality Products Inc. referenced in the supporting documentation. A limited drawing package is available for qualified bidders, though drawings will not be distributed on CD format, and paper copies will not be provided. A mandatory Safety Survey will be required prior to award, with specific explosive weight and class details outlined in the full solicitation. The specific award value and exact quantities are not explicitly stated in the amendment, but historical documentation references production lots consisting of thousands of units (referenced example lot PQP06A001-008 contained 2,722 units) with individual unit explosive weights of 0.00106 pounds. Performance of work must occur in PacSci, California, and all submissions must comply with the Worldwide Ammunition-data Repository Program (WARP) submission procedures within 30 days of contract award.