T38 Initiators
Closed Solicitation Posted
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- Solicitation number
- FA8213-25-R-3027
- Agency
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AFLCMC Hill AFB
Lifecycle Management Center, Department of Defense
- Responses due
- Set-aside
- No set-aside
Opportunity facts
- NAICS code
- 325920 Explosives Manufacturing
- Place of performance
- Hill Air Force Base, Utah, United States
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 procuring T38 initiators, specifically cartridge actuated devices and initiator cartridges used in T-38 and F-5 aircraft ejection systems. These explosive devices are classified as Critical Safety Items essential for emergency egress systems, with National Stock Numbers 1377-01-494-0471 and 1377-01-494-0468. The solicitation is restricted to qualified sources only, requiring vendors to demonstrate expertise in manufacturing explosive components that meet stringent quality standards including ISO 9001:2015 compliance, first article testing requirements, and specialized packaging for hazardous materials. Evaluation will use a best value tradeoff approach with technical factors significantly more important than price, assessing qualified vendor status, schedule capabilities, and cost proposals. Proposals are due by October 3, 2025, at 5:00 PM, with the government seeking contractors who can provide reliable manufacturing, quality control procedures, and adherence to delivery schedules.
This procurement does not include any set-aside designations and operates under the unrestricted category, though small business set-aside options are mentioned. Potential sources identified include Chemring Energetic Devices and Rockwell Collins Inc., suggesting these may be current or previous contractors for similar requirements. The contract includes multiple line items with delivery schedules ranging from December 2025 through May 2027, indicating a multi-year procurement timeline for ongoing supply needs. All items will be delivered to Hill Air Force Base in Utah, where performance will take place at 7981 Georgia Street. The solicitation operates under Defense Priorities and Allocations System rating, emphasizing the critical nature of these components for military aircraft safety systems. Contract requirements include comprehensive documentation through Ammunition Data Cards, unique identification markings, and strict adherence to energetic materials handling protocols with shelf life limitations of 24 months from original manufacturing date.
Notice text
Please see the attachment titled FA821325R3027 for details on the items being solicted for. Additional attachments are also provided.
Files
| File | Type | Posted |
|---|---|---|
| FA821325R3027.pdf | ||
| ES7034.pdf | ||
| ItemDescription.pdf | ||
| Statement_of_Objectives_SOO.pdf | ||
| ADC_SOW.pdf | ||
| ItemMarkingInstruction.pdf | ||
| PackagingSOW.pdf | ||
| CDRLs.pdf | ||
| AirSpec.pdf | ||
| REPSHIP.pdf | ||
| Section_M_CADPAD.pdf | ||
| F01-167-6621_SPI.pdf | ||
| Section_L_CADPAD.pdf |
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Notice history
| Notice | Type | Posted |
|---|---|---|
| T38 Initiators | Solicitation | |
| This notice | Solicitation | |
| T38 Initiators | Pre-Solicitation | |
| T38 Initiators | Pre-Solicitation |
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