Fire Extinguisher Cartridges (TY61, MU26 & MU27)
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. Army Contracting Command, Rock Island, on behalf of PM-CCS, has issued a Sources Sought Synopsis to identify capable sources for the production and delivery of Aircraft Fire Extinguisher Cartridges (TY61, MU26, & MU27). This is for market research and planning purposes only, to determine potential competition and acquisition strategy, including the possibility of a small business set-aside. Responses are due by February 18, 2026, at 5:00 PM ET.
Scope of Work
This notice seeks information on sources capable of producing critical safety items (CSIs):
- Fire Extinguisher Cartridge (TY61)
- KC-135 Fire Extinguisher Cartridge (MU26)
- KC-135 Fire Extinguisher Cartridge (MU27)
These electrically initiated cartridges are vital for aircrew survival and require specialized manufacturing expertise. Failure to procure these items could lead to aircraft grounding and mission delays. Required capabilities include propellant manufacturing and casting, energetic material handling, welding, machining, bridge wire and electrical circuitry, and shock wave propagation.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought Synopsis (Not a solicitation)
- NAICS Code: 325920 / Explosive Manufacturing (Size Standard: 750 employees)
- Response Due: February 18, 2026, 5:00 PM ET
- Published: February 9, 2026
- Set-Aside: Market research to determine if a competitive and/or total Small Business Set-Aside is appropriate. Interest in all small business types (8(a), SDVOSB, HUBZone, WOSB).
Market Research Information Requested
Interested companies should provide:
- Company capabilities summary (facilities, personnel, quality system, manufacturing experience, capacity).
- Ability to obtain necessary resources without significant delay.
- Summary of potential key sub-tier vendors/subcontractors.
- Minimum and maximum monthly production quantities and available capacity.
- Company size status for NAICS code 325920.
- Identification of components/materials subject to price volatility or scarcity and mitigation strategies.
- Company contact information (name, address, POC, phone, email, TIN, DUNS, CAGE Code).
Submission Instructions
Responses must be submitted electronically by February 18, 2026, to Ms. Caitlyn Smith (caitlyn.l.smith3.civ@army.mil), Ms. Meghan Newman (meghan.p.newman.civ@army.mil), and Ms. Emily Kundel (emily.a.kundel.civ@army.mil). The subject line should be: "Sources Sought Response for the W519TC-26 NB036-SS Aircraft Fire Extinguisher Cartridge."
Important Notes
This is for information and planning only; no contract will be awarded from this notice. Technical Data Packages (TDPs) are classified as Distribution C (U.S. Government agencies and their U.S. Contractors Only). Contractors must be registered in SAM prior to any potential award.