Countermeasure Magazines
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 U.S. Air Force Life Cycle Management Center (AFLCMC), Fighters and Advanced Aircraft F-22 Program Office, is conducting Sources Sought market research to identify potential sources for Countermeasure Magazines. The required magazines must carry the MJU-68/B flare, interface with the AN/ALE-52 Dispensing System, and meet F-22 airworthiness requirements. A quantity of 846 magazines is needed, with manufacturing to commence by October 2026. Responses are due by March 9, 2026.
Scope of Work
This RFI seeks solutions for countermeasure flare magazines to address current inadequacies and support new flares for combat flight. Key system requirements include:
- Ability to carry the MJU-68/B flare.
- Interface with the AN/ALE-52 Dispensing System.
- Quantity required: 846 magazines.
- Qualification to F-22 Environmental Control Document airworthiness requirements (e.g., salt-fog, vibration, gunfire, temperature extremes).
- Ability to commence manufacturing by October 2026.
- Possession of a high quality CPAR Rating.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Request for Information (RFI)
- Set-Aside: None specified (market research stage)
- Response Due: March 9, 2026, 12:00 PM Eastern Time
- Published: March 5, 2026 (metadata), Document posted February 9, 2026
Instructions for Potential Respondents
Interested parties should submit responses demonstrating their technology and qualifications. Responses should include:
- Company Name, Address, Point of Contact, CAGE Code, Web Page URL.
- Small business status (various categories).
- Domestic or foreign ownership.
- Interest in prime or subcontractor role.
- Ability to commence deliveries within 6 months of order.
- Rough Order of Magnitude (ROM) cost estimate.
- Information on current performance of similar work or existing government contracts.
- Indication if the work is a commercial solution.
- Compliance with Buy American Act or Berry Amendment.
- Product warranty terms, spare parts, new equipment training, and potential product improvements.
- Description of risks associated with fulfillment.
- Rationale for compliance with FAR 52.219-14 and FAR 52.219-33, if applicable.
Submission Details
- Responses are due by March 9, 2026, 12:00 PM Eastern Time.
- Submissions must be sent electronically via email to the Contracting Officer.
- Responses shall not exceed 20 pages.
- Proprietary data must be clearly marked.
- Prospective contractors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM).
Contact Information
- Contracting Officer: Heike Bell (Heike.bell.1@us.af.mil)
- Program Manager: Justin Hall (Justin.hall.45@us.af.mil)
- Engineer: Joseph Horrocks (Joseph.horrocks@us.af.mil)
Additional Notes
This RFI is for informational purposes only and does not constitute a commitment to procure. The information provided is subject to change and is not binding on the Government.