F-16 Canopy Jettison Rocket Motors

SOL #: FA821326R3000Pre-Solicitation

Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSE
Dept Of The Air Force
FA8213 AFLCMC EBHK
HILL AFB, UT, 84056-5820, United States

Place of Performance

Place of performance not available

NAICS

Explosives Manufacturing (325920)

PSC

Cartridge And Propellant Actuated Devices And Components (1377)

Set Aside

No set aside specified

Timeline

1
Posted
May 19, 2026
2
Response Deadline
Jun 3, 2026, 11:00 PM

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 Air Force has issued a Presolicitation for F-16 Canopy Jettison Rocket Motors (CJRM), under notice FA8213-26-R-3000. This opportunity outlines the requirements for a future Firm Fixed Price (FFP) contract seeking qualified manufacturers for the production and delivery of these critical components. The acquisition is Unrestricted, and responses to this presolicitation are due by June 3, 2026.

Scope of Work

This requirement is for the manufacture and delivery of CANOPY-JETTISONED ROCKET MOTORS for F-16 aircraft, including various NSNs and DODICs, with specific dimensions. The scope includes:

  • Production of rocket motors generating thrust by burning propellant.
  • Compliance with ISO 9001-2015 or AS9100 quality management systems.
  • Implementation of IUID (Unique Item Identifier) and physical item markings, including serial numbers.
  • Adherence to detailed specifications for AIRMUNITION, covering advanced reporting of shipments (REPSHIP), Ammunition Data Cards (ADC), item marking instructions, and explosive hazard classification.
  • Execution of gross and fine leak checks (MIL-STD-883L) and Lot Acceptance Testing, requiring government witness and prior submission of a Lot Acceptance Test Plan (LATP/ATP).
  • Strict compliance with comprehensive packaging, preservation, and marking requirements, including MIL-STD-2073-1, MIL-STD-129, ISPM 15 for wood packaging, and specific Special Packaging Instruction (SPI NO. F01-058-0122).
  • Compliance with all hazardous materials shipping regulations (ICAO, CFR Title 49, IATA, IMDG).

Contract Details

  • Type: Firm Fixed Price (FFP)
  • Set-Aside: Unrestricted
  • Delivery: 36 months from contract award.
  • Response Due: June 3, 2026
  • Published: May 19, 2026
  • Agency: Department of the Air Force, AFLCMC EBHK

Qualification Requirements

Prospective bidders must demonstrate technical capability to interpret engineering drawings and specifications, and execute qualification requirements to verify structural and functional integrity, form, fit, and function of the CJRM. Key qualification steps include:

  • Notifying AFLCMC/EBHJ CAD/PAD IPT of intent to qualify.
  • Making facilities, equipment, tooling, and personnel available for government evaluation and inspection.
  • Providing qualification testing procedures and reports (per DI-NDTI-80604).
  • Identifying material sources and providing written procedures for special test or inspection facilities/equipment.
  • Submitting a complete test report for production capability demonstration.
  • Qualification efforts are estimated to require 360 days, and offerors must be fully qualified before contract award. Waivers may be considered for offerors with previous experience.
  • Estimated costs for government-unique testing and evaluation to become qualified are $5,000 to $50,000+.
  • Only United States and Canada suppliers will be considered for qualification. Approved sources include Collins and Nammo Talley.

Data Requirements (CDRLs)

The contract will require extensive data submissions, including:

  • Ammunition Data Card (ADC)
  • Engineering Change Proposals (ECP)
  • Notice of Revision (NOR)
  • Request for Variance (RFV)
  • Acceptance Test Plan
  • Lot Acceptance Test/Inspection Report
  • Failure Summary & Analysis Report
  • Obsolescence Alert Notice
  • Diminishing Manufacturing Sources and Material Shortages (DMSMS) Health Assessment Report
  • Production Status Report

Contact Information

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Points of Contact

Marc MattssonPRIMARY
Stephanie MartinSECONDARY

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Pre-Solicitation
Posted: May 19, 2026
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