USAF Air Launch Cruise Missile (ALCM)
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. Air Force (USAF) Bomber’s Integrated Product Team (IPT), AFLCMC/EBHK, is conducting market research through a Sources Sought Synopsis for the Air Launch Cruise Missile (ALCM) program. The purpose is to identify potential sources capable of providing engineering and manufacturing knowledge for specific egress components. This is not a solicitation, and no contract will be awarded from this notice. Responses are due March 21, 2026.
Scope of Work
The government seeks information on capabilities related to the engineering, manufacturing, inspection, technical capability, and testing of similar Dual Mechanically Fired Initiators within the last 5 years. Specific items of interest include:
- BATTERY, THERMAL (NSN 6135015254446, EAP-12294)
- CARTRIDGE, IMPULSE, WING (NSN 1336011184636, 50-8264-4 / -5; NSN 1336015197200, 30910-1)
- CARTRIDGE, IMPULSE, FIN (NSN 1336015197203, 30900-1; NSN 1336011184637, 50-8268-4 / -3)
- ETRS RING (NSN 1366015269868, 876025-01; NSN 1366011249369, 51302-3)
- CARTRIDGE, IMPULSE, ELEVON (NSN 1336011259400, 50-8324-3 / -4; NSN 1366015195719, 30920-1)
- TANK ASSEMBLY, OXYGEN (NSN 1336011287253, 3620011 / 23111368)
- ENGINE STARTER CARTRIDGE (NSN 1377015266553, 96744-01; NSN 1377014929013, 94144-01)
- ETRS INITIATOR (NSN 133701377015134250, 876020-01/02; NSN 1337011259423, 51220-5)
- FUEL SHUTOFF EBW (NSN 1377011655942, 9391465-2)
- PARACHUTE EBW (NSN 1377015029776, 9391465-1)
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- Duration: Not applicable (market research only)
- Response Due: March 21, 2026, by 5:00 PM MST
- Published: March 5, 2026
Eligibility / Set-Aside
This market research aims to determine if the effort can be competitive and/or a total Small Business Set-Aside. The proposed NAICS Code is 325920 (Explosive Manufacturing) with a size standard of 750 employees. The government is interested in responses from all small businesses, including 8(a), Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned, HUBZone, and Women-Owned small business concerns.
Submission & Evaluation
Respondents must provide:
- Company Profile: Number of employees, Office Location, CAGE Code, DUNS Number, Small Business designation/status.
- Similar Services: Description of services offered to government and commercial customers in the past three years.
- Teaming Arrangements: Anticipated arrangements, detailing prime and partner responsibilities.
Additional Notes
No reimbursement will be provided for response costs. The government has limited technical data and no funds for second source qualification. Offerors must possess access to all appropriate data required for manufacturing.