1377-01-125-2556, MG01, Cartridge Actuated Cutter
Overview
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Set Aside
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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, has issued a Solicitation for the procurement of Cartridge Actuated Cutters (NSN: 1377-01-125-2556, DODIC: MG01). This procurement is restricted to Roberts Research Laboratory and involves explosive items requiring a safety survey. Quotations are due by March 31, 2026.
Scope of Work
This Request for Quotation (RFQ) is for the "THU-13A Cutter, Cartridge Actuated," identified as a Critical Safety Item (CSI). Key requirements include:
- Item 0001: THU-13A Cutter, Cartridge Actuated, adhering to DFARS 252.211-7003 for Item Identification and Valuation, with drawing 855AS101, Revision H.
- Deliverables: Technical Data (DD Form 1423, Exhibit A), 20 Production Lot Test Samples (plus 3 for investigative purposes), and 100 THU-13A Cutters.
- Compliance: Configuration control, obsolescence notification, and Diminishing Manufacturing Sources and Material Shortages (DMSMS) reporting are mandatory.
- Packaging & Marking: Must comply with MIL-STD-129, MIL-STD-2073, CFR 49 171-178, MIL-STD-130, DLAR 4145.41, and MIL-DTL-85097E.
- Quality Assurance: Production lot test samples are subject to Non-Destructive Test (NDT) and destructive testing, witnessed by a Quality Assurance Representative (QAR). Hazardous material labeling and Material Safety Data Sheets are required.
- Data Requirements: A Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL) specifies various data items, including Product Baseline Index, Obsolescence Alert Notice, DMSMS Health Assessment Report, Test/Inspection Reports, Failure Summary and Analysis Report, Acceptance Test Plan, Radiographic Report and Film, and Ammunition Data Card. The "CAD/PAD AMMUNITION DATA CARD MASTER" provides detailed record-keeping requirements for ammunition lots.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Firm Fixed Price Solicitation
- Set-Aside: Not a small business set-aside. Procurement is restricted to Roberts Research Laboratory.
- Quotation Due: March 31, 2026, 18:00 UTC
- Published: March 17, 2026
Evaluation
Award will be made to the responsible offeror submitting the lowest priced, technically acceptable offer.
Additional Notes
Paper copies will not be provided. A limited drawing package is available, but drawings are not available on CD. Due to the explosive nature of the items, a Safety Survey will be required. The solicitation contains numerous DFARS and FAR clauses.