BBU-48A/B Impulse Cartridge
Closed Solicitation Posted
This opportunity was awarded. See its 2 award notices in the notice history.
- Solicitation number
- FA8213-25-R-B001
- Agency
- AFLCMC Hill AFB Lifecycle Management Center, Department of Defense
- Responses due
- Set-aside
- Total Small Business
Opportunity facts
- NAICS code
- 325920 Explosives Manufacturing
- Points of contact
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- Ellis Swenson ellis.swenson@us.af.mil (801) 777-0083
- David Padgett david.padgett@us.af.mil (801) 775-4537
Notice details come from SAM.gov. Updated .
About this opportunity
The Department of the Air Force Materiel Command Lifecycle Management Center at Hill Air Force Base is seeking qualified sources to produce BBU-48A/B Impulse Cartridges (NSN: 1377-01-640-7205), a critical component used in RR-180 and RR-196 Chaff systems for multiple aircraft. This solicitation (FA821325RB001) requires potential contractors to submit a qualification package and meet stringent manufacturing and testing requirements, including First Article Testing of 96 units and compliance with ISO 9001:2015 quality standards. The evaluation criteria will focus on three primary factors: verification of qualified source status, submission of a comprehensive 10-page manufacturing plan detailing equipment, personnel, and processes, and a pricing proposal with production units divisible by 180. Proposals are due by March 20, 2025, with the government intending to make multiple awards through a split-funding approach. Contractors must also comply with numerous technical specifications, including ammunition data card requirements, energetic material documentation, and specific testing protocols.
The solicitation is set aside for total small business participation, with currently qualified sources limited to Valor Tactical (CAGE: 04099) and Decryptor (CAGE: 98K83). The total procurement includes 194,400 units for U.S. Government requirements and 76,860 units for Foreign Military Sales, with an estimated unit price of $18.00. The contract is rated DO-A6 under the Defense Priorities and Allocations System and will be performed at the contractor's facility, with strict requirements for lot numbering, marking, and energetic material age restrictions (not to exceed 24 months from manufacture date). Contractors will be required to provide various deliverables, including quality assurance plans, monthly progress reports, and test documentation through the Wide Area Work Flow (WAWF) system. The government reserves the right to make a split award, a winner-take-all award, or no award at all, depending on the adequacy of proposals and price reasonableness.
Notice text
4 versions
Update #4 · Latest ·
****The solicitation has been amended. The purpose of this amendment is to remove/revise provisions/clauses IAW Deviation 2025-O0003 (effective March 2025).****
This is a Solicitation for BBU-48A/B cartridge production (NSN: 1377-01-640-7205), see attached for details.
This acquisition is limited to qualified sources: a qualification package is required for new sources. See FAR Clause 52.209-1 for qualification requirements. PROPOSALS FROM NON-QUALIFIED SOURCES WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED IF A QUALIFICATION PACKAGE IS NOT SUBMITTED AND ACCEPTED BY THE AIR FORCE ENGINEER PRIOR TO AWARD, CONTRACT AWARD WILL NOT BE DELAYED FOR QUALIFICATION. Qualified Sources: Valor Tactical Cage Code: 04099 and Decryptor Cage Code: 98K83 The government intends to award a contract to each successful offeror through a split-award of available funds; however, the government reserves the right to award no contract at all or winner-take-all; depending on the number of adequate proposals and reasonableness of prices submitted.
Update #3 ·
****The solicitation has been amended. The purpose of this amendment is to replace DTL 8241124D (redline version)with DTL 8241124D (approved version) and extend the solicitation. This soliciation due date has been extended to March 20, 2025.****
This is a Solicitation for BBU-48A/B cartridge production (NSN: 1377-01-640-7205), see attached for details.
This acquisition is limited to qualified sources: a qualification package is required for new sources. See FAR Clause 52.209-1 for qualification requirements. PROPOSALS FROM NON-QUALIFIED SOURCES WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED IF A QUALIFICATION PACKAGE IS NOT SUBMITTED AND ACCEPTED BY THE AIR FORCE ENGINEER PRIOR TO AWARD, CONTRACT AWARD WILL NOT BE DELAYED FOR QUALIFICATION. Qualified Sources: Valor Tactical Cage Code: 04099 and Decryptor Cage Code: 98K83 The government intends to award a contract to each successful offeror through a split-award of available funds; however, the government reserves the right to award no contract at all or winner-take-all; depending on the number of adequate proposals and reasonableness of prices submitted.
Update #2 ·
****The solicitation has been amended. The purpose of this amendment is to replace DTL8241124C with DTL 8241124D (redline version). Prior to the solicitation close date, the Government is requesting feedback to the redline changes. This soliciation due date has been extended to February 24, 2025.****
This is a Solicitation for BBU-48A/B cartridge production (NSN: 1377-01-640-7205), see attached for details.
This acquisition is limited to qualified sources: a qualification package is required for new sources. See FAR Clause 52.209-1 for qualification requirements. PROPOSALS FROM NON-QUALIFIED SOURCES WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED IF A QUALIFICATION PACKAGE IS NOT SUBMITTED AND ACCEPTED BY THE AIR FORCE ENGINEER PRIOR TO AWARD, CONTRACT AWARD WILL NOT BE DELAYED FOR QUALIFICATION. Qualified Sources: Valor Tactical Cage Code: 04099 and Decryptor Cage Code: 98K83 The government intends to award a contract to each successful offeror through a split-award of available funds; however, the government reserves the right to award no contract at all or winner-take-all; depending on the number of adequate proposals and reasonableness of prices submitted.
Update #1 ·
This is a Solicitation for BBU-48A/B cartridge production (NSN: 1377-01-640-7205), see attached for details.
This acquisition is limited to qualified sources: a qualification package is required for new sources. See FAR Clause 52.209-1 for qualification requirements. PROPOSALS FROM NON-QUALIFIED SOURCES WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED IF A QUALIFICATION PACKAGE IS NOT SUBMITTED AND ACCEPTED BY THE AIR FORCE ENGINEER PRIOR TO AWARD, CONTRACT AWARD WILL NOT BE DELAYED FOR QUALIFICATION. Qualified Sources: Valor Tactical Cage Code: 04099 and Decryptor Cage Code: 98K83 The government intends to award a contract to each successful offeror through a split-award of available funds; however, the government reserves the right to award no contract at all or winner-take-all; depending on the number of adequate proposals and reasonableness of prices submitted.
Attachments
| File | Type | Posted |
|---|---|---|
| Solicitation Amendment FA821325RB0010002.pdf | ||
| RFIs - FA8213-25-R-B001.docx | DOCX document | |
| Solicitation Amendment FA821325RB0010001 SF 30.pdf | ||
| Section L Instructions. Conditions. & Notices to Offerors.pdf | ||
| Section M Evaluation Factors for Award.pdf | ||
| JQR BBU-48 May 2019 signed.pdf | ||
| Attachment 4 - ES6200 (End Item Component ADC) BBU 48.docx | DOCX document | |
| BBU-48 Pricing Table Example.xlsx | XLSX spreadsheet | |
| GFPFA821325RB001_1.pdf | ||
| Attachment 9 ES6925 MSE BBU 48.pdf | ||
| Attachment 5 - ES7034 (Rework Repair).docx | DOCX document | |
| Solicitation - FA821325RB001.pdf | ||
| Air Spec BBU-48 FD2020-24-50083.docx | DOCX document | |
| BBU-48 Pricing Table.xlsx | XLSX spreadsheet | |
| REPSHIP.pdf | ||
| FD2020-24-50083_DD1423Pkg_2024Aug29-Signed.pdf | ||
| ATTACHMENT 8 - FAT (Contractor Testing).docx | DOCX document | |
| Attachment 3 ES7035 Description Sheets.docx | DOCX document |
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Notice history
| Notice | Type | Posted |
|---|---|---|
| BBU-48A/B Impulse Cartridge | Award Notice | |
| BBU-48A/B Impulse Cartridge | Award Notice | |
| BBU-48A/B Impulse Cartridge | Solicitation | |
| BBU-48A/B Impulse Cartridge | Pre-Solicitation |
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