BLU-140/B IDIQ
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 the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center (AFLCMC), Armament Directorate, Munitions Sustainment Division, is conducting market research to identify potential contractors for the production of BLU-140/B 500lb advanced warhead (empty case), polymer nose plugs, and MHU-149/E or MHU-122/E bomb pallets. This is a Sources Sought notice to gauge industry interest and preferred IDIQ lengths for a potential future procurement. Responses are due February 2, 2026.
Scope of Work
The government is seeking capabilities for the manufacturing of:
- BLU-140/B empty case (Part Number 20199302).
- Polymer nose plugs (Part Number 20199469), one per empty bomb body.
- MHU-149/E Bomb Pallet (TDP, DL1048AS100) or MHU-122/E Bomb Pallet (TDP, ADL 623AS100), one per every six bomb bodies. Feedback is sought on preferred pallet variants. All manufacturing must conform to the current Air Force BLU-140/B Technical Data Package (TDP). The explosive fill is not part of this Sources Sought.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research (for a potential IDIQ procurement)
- NAICS Code: 332993 Ammunition (Size Standard: 1,500 employees)
- Set-Aside: The government is assessing if the effort can be competitive and/or a total Small Business Set-Aside. Interested parties should indicate their small business status.
- Response Due: February 2, 2026, by 4:00 P.M. (MST).
- Published: January 2, 2026.
Submission & Evaluation
Interested parties must submit a capabilities statement demonstrating their ability to provide the required items. Responses should include a company profile, confirmation of small business status, anticipated teaming arrangements, and relevant experience. The information will be used to determine the best acquisition strategy.
Additional Notes
This notice is for market research purposes only and does not constitute a commitment to procure. No reimbursement will be made for costs associated with providing information. Technical Data Packages (TDPs) and specifications are available upon written request via email to the points of contact and will be sent via DoD SAFE to qualified respondents. Known qualified vendors include General Dynamics, Grand Valley, MTM, and Northrup Grumman.
Primary Point of Contact: Ryan Mitchell (ryan.mitchell.21@us.af.mil) Alternate Point of Contact: Nicholas Padgett (nicholas.padgett.2@us.af.mil)