SS67, MK 109 Mod 1 Canopy Jettison Rocket Motor (CJRM)
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 Navy, specifically NAVSUP WEAPON SYSTEMS SUPPORT MECH, has issued a Solicitation for the competitive procurement of SS67, MK 109 Mod 1 Canopy Jettison Rocket Motors (CJRM). This item is designated as a Critical Safety Item (CSI) for F-18 aircraft and is explosive, requiring a Safety Survey and First Article Testing (FAT). Proposals are due by May 28, 2026, at 02:00 PM EST.
Scope of Work
This Firm Fixed-Price contract requires the delivery of MK 109 Mod 1 CJRMs, along with associated technical data, First Article Test Samples (various types), and Production Lot Test Samples. Key requirements include:
- Adherence to specific packaging, marking, and transportation standards.
- Detailed inspection and acceptance procedures, including FAT and production lot testing.
- Compliance with energetic materials requirements, testing, and ammunition lot numbering per MIL-STD-1168.
- Provision of Ammunition Data Cards (ADCs) in accordance with MIL-STD-1168 and the Worldwide Ammunition-data Repository Program (WARP).
- Unique item identification and valuation (DFARS 252.211-7003).
- Mandatory CAD/PAD Item Marking Instructions (Human Readable and Machine Readable Information, Data Matrix ECC 200).
- Submission of various Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL) items, including Obsolescence Alert Notices, DMSMS Health Assessments, Project Planning Charts, Failure Analysis Reports, Test Plans, and Energetic Materials Analysis Reports.
- Management of Government Furnished Property (GFP), specifically 'SS67, PVU-1/A Primer'.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Firm Fixed Price Solicitation
- NAICS: 325920 (750 employee size standard)
- Set-Aside: None specified, but HUBZone price evaluation preference applies.
- Response Due: May 28, 2026, 02:00 PM EST (extended by Amendment 4)
- Published: May 21, 2026 (original solicitation published March 31, 2026)
Evaluation
Proposals will be evaluated based on Past Performance (Quality, Timeliness of Delivery, Small Business Utilization), Small Business Participation Commitment, and Price. Past Performance is significantly more important than Small Business Participation, and both are significantly more important than Price. Offerors must achieve a "Substantial Confidence" or "Satisfactory Confidence" rating in past Performance to be eligible for award.
Additional Notes
Electronic proposals must be submitted to stacey.l.romberger.civ@us.navy.mil. Several amendments have been issued, including Amendment 1 which clarified CSI status, submission instructions, and detailed inspection/acceptance requirements; Amendment 3 which added FAR clause 52.222-90 regarding DEI discrimination; and Amendments 2 and 4 which extended the proposal due date to its current deadline. Drawings are not available on CD.