Arm Fire Initiator Remanufacture
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Department of the Air Force, specifically AFLCMC EBHK, has issued a Presolicitation for the Remanufacture of Arm Fire Initiators. These critical components are used in the C-17 aircraft's Flotation Equipments Deployment System (FEDS) to facilitate life raft deployment and aircrew escape. The place of performance is Nibley, UT. Responses are due by April 23, 2026.
Scope of Work
This presolicitation seeks capabilities for the remanufacture of Arm/Fire Initiators. These devices are essential for initiating the explosive charge within the FEDS panel assemblies, which cut through the aircraft's fuselage to create escape hatches during emergencies. The requirement includes:
- Arm/Fire Initiator, Electrical: 177 units (NSN/DODIC 1377-01-382-0650 or 1377-01-560-2165/SP81, Part Number 824054-101 or 6201300)
- Arm/Fire Initiator, External: 99 units (NSN/DODIC 1377-01-382-0647 or 1377-01-560-1520/SP83, Part Number 824355-2 or 6201100)
- Arm/Fire Initiator, Internal: 350 units (NSN/DODIC 1377-01-382-0670 or 1377-01-560-1521/SP82, Part Number 824355-1 or 6201200)
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Presolicitation
- Product Service Code: 1377 (Cartridge And Propellant Actuated Devices And Components)
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Response Due: April 23, 2026, 10:00 PM EDT
- Published: April 8, 2026, 10:24 AM EDT
Additional Notes
This notice is for planning purposes to inform potential bidders of an upcoming opportunity. Specific solicitation details, including evaluation criteria, will be provided in a future announcement. For inquiries, contact Darin Barnes at darin.barnes@us.af.mil.