RFP for PDRM Mod 1 Nozzle Sub Assembly

The Department of the Navy Naval Sea Systems Command is seeking proposals for the manufacture and delivery of Parachute Deployment Rocket Motor (PDRM) Mod 1 Nozzle Sub Assembly components through RFP N0017425R1017. This procurement covers multiple components including nozzles, nozzle inserts, insert cups, nozzle insulators, burst disc retainers, and burst discs under an indefinite delivery, indefinite quantity (IDIQ) contract structure with one base year and four option years. Contractors must be on the NSWC Indian Head Division's Qualified Bidders List (QBL) to be considered for award, maintain ISO 9001:2015 and ISO/IEC 17025:2017 quality management standards, and demonstrate the ability to perform at least 50% of contract work with their own personnel. The evaluation will be conducted on a lowest price technically acceptable basis, considering technical capability factors such as inspection plans, quality management systems, and delivery schedules, as well as past performance. Proposals are due by July 30, 2025, with the solicitation originally issued on June 30, 2025.

This solicitation is unrestricted with no set-aside designation but includes a 5% small business subcontracting goal at the first tier level. The contract quantities range from 350 to 1,400 units per contract line item annually, with some components requiring up to 2,800 units across the base and option years. The procurement follows a stepladder pricing model with first article testing required for various components, and the estimated contract spans 60 months total including all option years. Performance will take place at the Naval Surface Warfare Center Indian Head Division facility in Indian Head, Maryland, where inspection and acceptance will also occur. The government intends to award a single firm-fixed price contract based on initial offers, though reserves the right to conduct discussions if necessary.