RFI for VLT Housing
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
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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 Army, McAlester Army Ammunition Plant (MCAAP), on behalf of the Naval Surface Warfare Center (NSWC) McAlester Detachment, has issued a Request for Information (RFI) for market research. The RFI seeks qualified sources capable of manufacturing and delivering 400 units of HOUSING, PROTECTIVE, Part Number (P/N) 7322031. This RFI is for informational and planning purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation. Responses are due February 10, 2026, at 10:00 AM CST.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for the custom manufacturing of 400 units of HOUSING, PROTECTIVE, P/N 7322031, as specified by Drawing DWG# 7322031. These units are intended for use in the PMA 280 Tomahawk Program. Key specifications include:
- Raw Material: 17-4 PH CRES BAR
- Inspections: Penetrant Inspection per ASTM E1417; General Inspection per MIL-STD-1907, Grade C
- Heat Treatment: Age Harden to H1150 Condition per MIL-H-6875, Class D
- Finishing: Passivation per ASTM A380
- Part Marking: Stencil "53711-7322031" per MIL-STD-130
- Certification: A Certificate of Conformance (CoC) is required, confirming all drawing requirements were met. All materials and equipment must be compatible with current Government Equipment.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Request for Information (RFI) / Sources Sought
- Product Service Code (PSC): 6625 (Electrical And Electronic Properties Measuring And Testing Instruments)
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Response Due: February 10, 2026, 10:00 AM CST
- Published: February 4, 2026
- Place of Performance/Delivery: Naval Surface Warfare Center McAlester Detachment, 1 C Tree Rd Bldg. 1041, McAlester, OK 74501.
Submission Requirements
Interested vendors should submit a response via email, formatted as a PDF, to casey.p.pratt.civ@email.mil or darla.a.lott.civ@army.mil. The email subject line must be "Response to RFI: Protective Housing P/N 7322031 - [Your Company Name]". Information requested includes:
- Company details (name, address, CAGE code, business size, Point of Contact)
- Capability Statement demonstrating ability to manufacture P/N 7322031
- Confirmation of access to Drawing #7322031 or capability without a complete Technical Data Package (TDP)
- Manufacturing and Quality Assurance Plan
- Relevant experience (past 5 years in similar manufacturing for Government/DoD/Aerospace)
- Estimated Lead Time for 400 units
- Rough Order of Magnitude (ROM) Pricing for 400 units
Additional Notes
This RFI is for market research only; the government does not own the complete TDP for this item. Responses are not considered offers and cannot form a binding contract.