1377-00-777-5670; M492; Cutter, Cartridge Actuated MK18 MOD 0; SCD DL2518207

Amendment / Modification

This amendment extends the closure date for the solicitation.

• Section A - Solicitation/Contract Form: The Response Due Date has been changed.

• The proposal submission deadline has been extended from 25 March 2026 to 24 April 2026 at 1400 Eastern Standard Time (EST).

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for the procurement of "Cutter, Cartridge Actuated MK18 MOD 0" (NSN: 1377-00-777-5670, DODIC: M492). The M492 is used as a recovery parachute's nylon reefing line on USN BQM-34S target vehicles. The government intends to award without discussion, so any exceptions must be raised prior to submission.

• The primary deliverable is the "Cutter, Cartridge Actuated MK18 MOD 0".

• Critical Safety Item (CSI).

• Requires adherence to DFARS 252.211-7003, Item Identification and Valuation, meaning contractors must provide DoD unique identification or a DoD recognized unique identification equivalent.

• Specific requirements for packaging, marking, and transportation are detailed, including adherence to various MIL-STD and DLAR specifications.

• Ballistic test fixtures and capabilities are required to ensure the item meets specification requirements.

• Energetic materials and components must meet specific age and traceability requirements.

• Safety precautions for ammunition and explosives must be followed, including compliance with DoD Manual 4145.26.

• Safeguarding of Sensitive Conventional Arms, Ammunition, and Explosives (AA&E) is required per DoD Manual 5100.76.

• NIST SP 800-171 DoD Assessment requirements apply.

• Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price.

• Solicitation Issue Date: 14 Jan 2026.

• Offer Due Date: 16 Mar 2026, 02:00 PM.

• Period of Performance: Not explicitly stated, but delivery schedules are provided for various stages (FAT, LAT, Production).

• Estimated Value: Not stated.

• Offers must be submitted electronically via email to Kyle Slusser at kyle.j.slusser2.civ@us.navy.mil. Email size limit is 10 MB; zip files will be stripped.

• Proposal submission instructions are detailed in Section L.

• Evaluation will consider price and non-price factors, including past performance (quality and timeliness of delivery).

• First Article Testing (FAT) is required and its cost will be a factor in evaluation. The estimated cost for FAT is $117,260.00.

• Offerors lacking relevant past performance history will receive a neutral rating.

• This acquisition is set aside for Small Business.

• North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code: 325920.

• Small business size standard: 750 employees.

• The document is a "SOLICITATION/CONTRACT/ORDER FOR COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS AND COMMERCIAL SERVICES" (Standard Form 1449).

• Several attachments and exhibits are referenced, including CDRLs, ADC Master, ADC SOW, CAD/PAD Item Marking Instruction, and RFV Form.

Amendment / Modification

This amendment modifies the solicitation N0010426QK034, originally dated January 14, 2026.

• The primary change is the extension of the response due date.

• Section A - Solicitation/Contract Form: Response Due Date

• The deadline for submitting offers has been extended from March 16, 2026, to March 25, 2026, at 02:00 PM Eastern Time.