F-16 Emergency Canopy Release Lines
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 notice for F-16 Emergency Canopy Release Lines. The U.S. Government intends to award a sole source contract to Rockwell Collins for these items. However, other qualified sources are invited to respond. The response date is June 3, 2026.
Scope of Work
This requirement is for aircraft ejection system (life support) ballistic devices. These devices are described as having a predominant material core with a black polyethylene jacket, cased in an aluminum sheath, and containing an explosive charge.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Presolicitation (Sole Source)
- Intended Contractor: Rockwell Collins, 400 Collins Rd NE, Cedar Rapids IA 52498
- Product Service Code: 1377 (Cartridge And Propellant Actuated Devices And Components)
- Set-Aside: None specified (sole source)
- Response Due: June 3, 2026, 23:00 UTC
- Published: May 18, 2026, 21:18:59 UTC
- Place of Performance: Utah, United States
Additional Notes
This notice serves as a market research effort to identify any other potential qualified sources for these specialized F-16 components. Interested parties who believe they can provide these items are encouraged to submit their capabilities.
Contact Information
- Primary Point of Contact: Darin Barnes (darin.barnes@us.af.mil)