MIL-DTL-22653E, Cartridge, Impulse, Mark 19 MOD 0

The Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA), a defense agency within the Department of the Navy, has issued a Special Notice regarding the drafting of specifications and standards for the MIL-DTL-22653E, Cartridge, Impulse, Mark 19 MOD 0. This Special Notice is not a solicitation but rather an informative communication about an upcoming technical document development process. The notice pertains to a military cartridge specification within the National Security NAICS category and the Cartridge and Propellant Actuated Devices category. The document is currently in draft form and NAVSEA is seeking to create specifications that will accommodate multiple design solutions and encourage a diverse vendor base. The opportunity was posted on April 7, 2025, with a review period ending on May 5, 2025.

Contractors interested in the draft specification can request a copy by sending an email to CommandStandards@navy.mil with the document number in the subject line. NAVSEA recommends that potential vendors check ASSIST Online at https://quicksearch.dla.mil/ for the final document when it becomes available. The objective of this Special Notice is to develop comprehensive technical specifications for the Mark 19 MOD 0 Impulse Cartridge, with the goal of creating flexible standards that can support various design approaches. There are no specific set-asides mentioned, suggesting the opportunity is open to a broad range of contractors. The notice does not outline explicit eligibility criteria beyond the ability to request and review the draft specification. Potential participants should closely monitor the document's development and be prepared to engage with the technical requirements once the final specification is published. The initiative represents an opportunity for vendors in the defense and military equipment manufacturing sectors to understand and potentially contribute to emerging military equipment standards.