Seat Stabilization Rocket Motors (MT32 or MD98)
Overview
Buyer
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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, is issuing a Sources Sought notice to identify capable sources for the production and delivery of Seat Stabilization Rocket Motors (SSRM), specifically MT32 or MD98 models. These motors are crucial for stabilizing ejection seats during emergency aircrew escape. Responses are due by February 3, 2026.
Scope of Work
The SSRM is a mechanically fired rocket motor designed to counteract forces that tend to pitch the ejection seat during rocket catapult burn. Key specifications include Douglas Aircraft Specification DACA114301 Revision U (28 Aug 1989) or MIL-DTL-85097 (OS) Revision E (2 Jul 2001). Production must avoid ozone-depleting agents. If an alternate data package is proposed, PVU-1/A primers (Government Furnished Property) will be required. Adherence to the Technical Data Package (TDP) for dimensions and mounting provisions is mandatory.
Critical processes and skills required include, but are not limited to, radiographic and radiographers, propellant manufacturing and casting, energetic material handling, welding, machining, bridgewire and electrical circuitry, and shock wave propagation. Respondents must demonstrate established expertise and the ability to obtain necessary resources and equipment, including appropriate radiographic equipment.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- NAICS Code: 333998 (Business Size Standard: 700 employees)
- Set-Aside: None specified (open market research)
- Response Due: February 3, 2026
- Published: January 20, 2026
Submission Requirements
Interested companies must provide:
- A brief summary of company capabilities (facilities, personnel experience, quality system, past manufacturing experience, and capacity).
- Identification of potential key sub-tier vendors/subcontractors and subcontracted components.
- Minimum and maximum monthly production quantities and available capacity.
- Company size status for NAICS code 333998.
- Details on mitigating supply chain risks (price volatility, scarcity). Responses must be submitted electronically to Caitlyn Smith, Meghan Newman, and Emily Kundel, referencing "Sources Sought Response for the W519TC-26-NB017-SS Seat Stabilization Rocket Motor (SSRM)" in the subject line.
Additional Notes
This is for information and planning purposes only and does not constitute a Request for Proposal or an obligation to award a contract. The U.S. Government will use submitted information to develop a future acquisition strategy. Technical Data Packages (TDPs) are classified as Distribution C, limited to U.S. Government agencies and their U.S. Contractors Only. Contractors must be registered in SAM.gov prior to any potential future award. All submitted information will be held in confidence.