CL-20

SOL #: N6893625Q0081Award Notice

Overview

Buyer

Dept Of Defense

Dept Of The Navy

NAVAL AIR WARFARE CENTER

CHINA LAKE, CA, 93555-6018, United States

Place of Performance

Place of performance not available

NAICS

Explosives Manufacturing (325920)

PSC

Bulk Explosives (1376)

Set Aside

No set aside specified

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/433f0b3a3a624cd78fc4535ca6998b87/view

Timeline

Posted

Aug 22, 2025

Last Updated

Feb 19, 2026

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 Naval Air Warfare Center, Weapons Division (NAWCWD), China Lake, CA has awarded a Firm Fixed Price (FFP) contract to Northrop Grumman Systems Corporation for CL-20 Explosives-Class 1, Type I and CL-20 Type III, valued at $518,817.85.

Scope of Work

This contract covers the provision of CL-20 Explosives, specifically Class 1, Type I and Type III, which are critical for the Naval Air Warfare Center's operations.

Contract & Timeline

Type: Firm Fixed Price (FFP)
Value: $518,817.85
Set-Aside: Not applicable (Awarded on an other than full and open competition basis)
Award Date: February 19, 2026

Evaluation

This acquisition was conducted on an other than full and open competition basis under FAR 6.301-2, citing "Only one responsible source and no other supplies or services will satisfy agency requirements."