UWARS Parachute Release
Closed Pre-Solicitation Posted
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- Solicitation number
- FA8213-25-R-UWARS
- 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
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 preparing to procure parachute release devices through a Firm Fixed Price contract anticipated to be awarded in September 2025. The pre-solicitation notice describes two specific National Stock Number (NSN) parachute release components, each with complex specifications involving aluminum housing, circuit boards, batteries, electro-explosive initiators, and specialized explosive materials. Contractors must submit a qualification package as outlined in FAR 52.209-1, and proposals without this package will not be considered. The solicitation will be made available on SAM.gov in June 2025, with responses due by May 20, 2025. Interested vendors are encouraged to review the detailed technical specifications, which include precise descriptions of the electronic and mechanical components.
The contract is not set aside for small businesses and appears to be specifically targeted toward MISSION SYSTEMS DAVENPORT, INC. (CAGE: 99251), which is identified as the anticipated qualified source. The procurement involves two distinct NSN parachute release units: one with an estimated quantity of 2,863 units and another with 1,535 units, totaling 4,398 devices. The contract falls under the Explosives Manufacturing NAICS category (325920) and the Cartridge And Propellant Actuated Devices And Components PSC category (1377). While specific contract value is not disclosed, the complexity of the components and the substantial quantity suggest a significant procurement effort. The devices are highly specialized, containing advanced electronic and explosive components designed for precise mechanical release functions.
Notice text
This notice is NOT a solicitation, but rather a pre-solicitation synopsis in support of the CAD/PAD program office. The government anticipates awarding a Firm Fixed Price contract with estimated awarded date in September 2025. The requirement is NOT set aside for small businesses and is restricted to qualified vendors. The anticipated qualified source for this requirement is: MISSION SYSTEMS DAVENPORT, INC., CAGE: 99251.
The proposed solicitation is anticipated to be made available through the Governmentwide Point of Entry (GPE), https://www.sam.gov, approximately in June 2025. It is suggested that small businesses or others interested in subcontracting opportunities in connection with the described procurement contact the firm listed above.
All responsible sources may submit a capability statement, proposal, or quotation, which shall be considered by the agency. Qualification package required for those contractors who are not already qualified (See FAR 52.209-1). Unless determined to be in the Government’s interest, award of this anticipated contract shall not be delayed to permit an offeror to submit evidence of qualification. If a proposal does not include a qualification package, consideration of the proposal will not occur.
NSN: 1377013941271ES P/N 1814-017-02 CAGE 99251 NOUN: PARACHUTE RELEASE DESCRIPTION: Aluminum housing which contains a circuit board, four batteries, an electro-explosive initiator with a semiconductor bridgewire, and Titanium Subhydride Potassium Perchlorate (explosive material). A Built-In-Test (BIT) button, two sensing contacts, and an indicator light are located on the housing. Two retractable steel pins protrude outward from the housing. An environmental cover/Electromagnetic Impulse (EMI) gasket is held in place by four screws. Estimated QTY: 2,863
NSN: 1377013941272ES P/N 1814-017-01 CAGE 99251 NOUN: PARACHUTE RELEASE DESCRIPTION: Aluminum housing which contains a circuit board, four batteries, an electro-explosive initiator with a semiconductor bridgewire, and Titanium Subhydride Potassium Perchlorate (explosive material). A Built-In-Test (BIT) button, two sensing contacts, and an indicator light are located on the housing. Two retractable steel pins protrude outward from the housing. An environmental cover/Electromagnetic Impulse (EMI) gasket is held in place by four screws. Estimated QTY: 1,535
Notice history
| Notice | Type | Posted |
|---|---|---|
| UWARS Parachute Release | Solicitation | |
| This notice | Pre-Solicitation |
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