SM-2/SM-6 Rocket Motor Production

This notice is a Request for Information (RFI) as defined in FAR 15.201(e). The Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA) is conducting market research on Standard Missile Rocket Motor (MK72 Booster and MK104 Dual Thrust Rocket Motor) production capabilities. 

SM-2/SM-6 is the premier fleet defense weapon of US Navy providing Over-the-horizon capability across platforms.  SM-6 leverages Aegis Weapon System, Cooperative Engagement Capability (CEC) and airborne early warning systems, and supports a fully integrated, extended-range, detect-to-engage capability for U.S. Navy Aegis cruisers, destroyers and future combatants​. This RFI seeks information on the rocket motor and booster production capabilities that could be used for SM-2/SM-6 full rate production, or to supplement already existing rocket motor production capabilities.  Particular emphasis should be placed on affordability and technical readiness of a SM-2/SM-6 production effort for acquisition in the FY26-FY27 timeframe, or sooner.

NAVSEA invites all interested parties, including small business concerns, to submit written information sufficient to demonstrate the respondent's ability to fulfill the requirements.  For those interested parties that have technologies which may not achieve a Technology Readiness Level (TRL) of 8-9 by FY2026, please provide information on current research and development efforts that may address some or all requirements of this RFI beyond FY2026.

The Navy is conducting market research to identify qualified and responsible sources that may be interested in the requirements described in this notice. This RFI is issued for informational and planning purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation or a Request for Quote (RFQ). This RFI is not to be construed as a commitment by the Government to issue a solicitation or award a contract.

RFI Responses:

Responses should include one copy sent via email to the points of contact listed in this notice, and must be received no later than October 1, 2024. Please ensure that the subject line of any emails containing responses or questions related to this notice includes the name of your firm and "SM-2/SM-6 Rocket Motor Production Response" (without quotation marks).

Include a cover page with the response that lists the following information:

1. Solicitation number for this notice (N0002424R5415)
2. Company Name
3. Mailing address and physical address (if different)
4. DUNS number
5. CAGE code
6. Business size status (based on NAICS code 336414)
7. Type of small business (if applicable)
8. Name, position, email address, and phone number of point(s) of contact

All information received bearing proprietary markings will be handled in accordance with applicable statutes and regulations and be limited in distribution to cognizant government agencies and to the program Technical Direction Agent.  Responses to this notice will not be returned.  An acknowledgement of receipt will be provided for all responses received.  If you do not receive an acknowledgement within two working days, please notify the points of contacts listed in this notice. Interested parties submitting proposed solutions shall include the following in the RFI submission:

1. SM-2/SM-6 rocket motor production capability/technology/solutions
2. Projected cost drivers or potential major cost drivers
3. Identify relevant technology risk areas and any ongoing production maturation initiatives currently under way.
4. Include anticipated development timeline for near-term production and R&D timeline for long-term production.

NOTE: Please limit RFI responses to 15 pages or less, excluding the cover page, with 1-inch margins, and 10-point Times New Roman font or larger.

This notice is not a request for proposals. Per FAR 15.201(e), responses to this notice do not constitute offers and cannot be accepted by the Government to form a binding contract. This notice is issued solely for information and planning purposes and does not constitute a solicitation or obligation on the part of the Government. The Government makes no representations that a solicitation for the requirements described in this notice will be issued. Respondents are wholly responsible for any costs or expenses associated with submitting a response. No reimbursement will be made for any costs associated with providing information in response to this notice or any further requests for information relating to a response. Respondents will not be notified of the results of this notice. The information obtained from submitted responses may be used by the Government in the development of a procurement strategy. Information submitted in response to this notice will become the property of the United States Government.  Responses shall not include classified information.  Respondents should properly mark any materials submitted with the appropriate restrictive markings.  Information that is proprietary or competition-sensitive may be protected from disclosure under the public records statutes only if properly labeled as such.