CAP, BLASTING: NON-ELECTRIC, 30 FT SHOCK TUBE, M11 (M11 Blasting Cap) AND CAP, BLASTING: NON-ELECTRIC, 5 MINUTE TIME FUSE DELAY, M14 (M14 Blasting Cap)

Quick Summary

The U.S. Army Contracting Command – New Jersey is conducting a Sources Sought market survey to identify potential manufacturers for M11 and M14 Non-Electric Blasting Caps. This is for planning purposes only and may lead to a future solicitation. Responses will help determine the procurement method, including potential small business set-asides. Responses are due by March 26, 2026.

Scope of Work

The requirement is for the manufacture, inspection, testing, and delivery of two items:

• M11 Blasting Cap (DODIC ML47, NSN 1375-01-576-5213): A non-electric cap with a 30-foot shock tube, coiled in a Figure "8" configuration, with a non-electric, non-delay blasting cap. Key components include a standard shock tube (0.118 +/- 0.006 inches diameter) and a blasting cap with RDX and Lead Azide. It can be initiated via igniter, shock tube wall, or J-Hook.
• M14 Blasting Cap (DODIC MN06, NSN 1375-01-567-5534): A non-electric cap with approximately 7.5-foot M700 Time Blasting Fuse, coiled in a Figure "0" configuration, with a non-electric, non-delay blasting cap. It provides a 5-minute plus 45-second delay. The M700 fuse burns at ~40 seconds per foot. The blasting cap also contains RDX and Lead Azide.

Required capabilities include shock tube manufacture, time fuse manufacture, blasting cap cup manufacture, explosive/pyrotechnic processing, loading and handling, and Load Assemble Pack (LAP) of final products. First Article Testing (FAT) and Conformance/Lot Acceptance Testing (LAT) will be required. Respondents must possess or demonstrate the ability to timely obtain necessary resources.

Contract & Timeline

• Type: Sources Sought / Market Research (not an RFP)
• NAICS: 325920 - Caps, blasting and detonating, manufacturing (Small Business Size Standard: 750 employees)
• PSC: 1375 – Demolition Materials
• Set-Aside: Market research will determine if this requirement will be set-aside for small businesses (in full or in part) or procured through full and open competition. All small business set-aside categories will be considered.
• Response Due: March 26, 2026, by 3:00 p.m. Eastern
• Published: February 26, 2026

Submission Requirements

Interested companies should provide:

• Company name, CAGE code, POC details, address, and business size (including HUBZone, Veteran Owned, Woman Owned status).
• Indicate interest as prime or subcontractor.
• Summary of capabilities (facilities, personnel, quality system, relevant manufacturing experience).
• Feasibility/alternatives for preferred lead times (270 days for FAT, 365 days for production deliveries).
• Rough Order of Magnitude (ROM) prices for FY27 production (10,000 units) and FAT samples.
• Minimum/maximum monthly production quantities and available capacity.
• History of producing these items (when, customer, rate, contract numbers).
• Assumptions, recommendations, and useful information for a potential RFP.
• Minimum stand-alone order quantity for initial and follow-on orders.
• Minimum, preferred, and maximum monthly delivery rates, identifying subcontractor capacity restraints.
• Identification of components/materials subject to price volatility/scarcity and mitigation strategies.

Technical Data Packages (TDPs)

Uncertified TDPs are available upon request through the contracting POC. To obtain them, submit a certified DD Form 2345, a completed AMSTA-AR Form 1350, and a fully executed Non-Disclosure and Non-Use Agreement. TDPs must be destroyed upon market survey closure.

Contact Information

Submit responses electronically to Michael Arena at michael.w.arena3.civ@army.mil. Email submissions are restricted to 8MB.