Explosive Bolt OA Testing
Overview
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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 Naval Surface Warfare Center Indian Head Division (NSWC IHD) intends to award a firm fixed-price contract on a noncompetitive basis to Cartridge Actuated Devices, INC. for Ordnance Assessment (OA) Testing of Mark (MK) 8 Modification (MOD) 0 Explosive Bolts. This is a Notice of Intent to Sole Source, not a Request for Quote (RFQ). Interested parties may identify their capabilities by June 18, 2026, 10 AM (EST).
Scope of Work
The requirement is for Ordnance Assessment (OA) Testing of Mark (MK) 8 Modification (MOD) 0 Explosive Bolts.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Firm Fixed-Price, noncompetitive (sole source)
- Set-Aside: Not applicable (Notice of Intent to Sole Source)
- Response Due: June 18, 2026, 10 AM (EST)
- Published: June 4, 2026
- NAICS: 541380
- PSC: R425 (Engineering And Technical Services)
- Place of Performance: Indian Head, MD
Evaluation
This is a Notice of Intent, not an RFQ. Responses will be considered solely to determine if conducting a competitive procurement would be advantageous to the Government. The determination not to compete is at the Government's discretion.
Additional Notes
Vendors interested in demonstrating their bona fide capability must email clear and concise documentation to James (Jimmy) Ludwick at james.e.ludwick2.civ@us.navy.mil by the response deadline. Interested vendors must be registered in SAM.gov. The Government will not be responsible for costs incurred by responding to this notice.