NSN: 1377-00-845-5242
Overview
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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 Navy, NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support Mech, is soliciting proposals for Reduced Charge Primary Cartridges, P/N: 2519696, DODIC: M397 (NSN: 1377-00-845-5242). This is a Firm Fixed-Price contract for a Critical Safety Item. The procurement is restricted to Martin-Baker Aircraft. Quotes are due by March 31, 2026, at 5:00 PM EDT.
Scope of Work
This solicitation requires the supply of Reduced Charge Primary Cartridges, including First Article Test Samples (18 for testing, 1 for investigative), Production Lot Test Samples (28 net plus 18 per lot for test), and Production Lot Units (28 each). Key requirements include:
- Technical Data: As specified in DD Form 1423, Exhibit A.
- Configuration Control: Adherence to SAE EIA-649 (NAVY STOCK CLASS 1377).
- Energetic Materials: Must not exceed 24 months from original manufacturing or retest date.
- Packaging & Marking: Compliance with MIL-STD-129, MIL-STD-2073, CFR 49 171-178, MIL-STD-130, and DLAR 4145.41. Detailed marking instructions for Cartridge Actuated Devices and Propellant Actuated Devices (CAD/PAD) are provided, requiring Item Unique Identifiers (IUID) and Data Matrix ECC 200.
- Safety: Items are explosive, requiring a Safety Survey. Explosive weight and class details are in the solicitation.
- Data Requirements: Contractors must prepare Ammunition Data Cards (ADCs) in accordance with MIL-STD-1168 and MIL-STD-962 for the Worldwide Ammunition-data Repository Program (WARP), ensuring traceability for energetic and hardware components. A Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL) outlines specific deliverables such as Product Baseline Index, Test/Inspection Reports, and Failure Summary.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price
- Agency: Department of the Navy, NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support Mech
- Set-Aside: Not a Small Business Set-Aside
- Procurement Restriction: Restricted to Martin-Baker Aircraft.
- Contact: Andrew E. Emrich (andrew.e.emrich.civ@us.navy.mil, 771-229-3927)
Submission & Evaluation
Quotations must be submitted electronically to andrew.e.emrich.civ@us.navy.mil by the due date. Offerors must complete representations and certifications. A Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) Level 2 (C3PAO) is required for systems processing, storing, or transmitting Federal Contract Information (FCI) or Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI).
Additional Notes
A limited drawing package is available, but drawings are not provided on CD. An amendment extended the quote due date.