Hardness Surveillance EMP Program (HSEP) for ICBM. The contractor shall furnish all equipment required to perform HSEP testing to include High altitude burs pulser that is approved and certified for nuclear safety by the Government IAW PWS.
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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, Air Force Nuclear Weapons Center (AFNWC) is conducting market research (Sources Sought) to identify qualified sources for the Hardness Surveillance Electromagnetic Pulse Program (HSEP). This program provides critical testing services to support Minuteman III (MMIII) Intercontinental Ballistic Missile (ICBM) hardness surveillance and forecasting. Responses are due May 30, 2026.
Scope of Work
The HSEP services require highly-specialized engineering, including MMIII equipment and facility repairs, troubleshooting, site exposure and re-exposure, and both High-altitude Electromagnetic Pulse (HEMP) and Source Region Electromagnetic Pulse (SREMP) testing. The scope also encompasses analysis, hardness forecasting, cybersecurity monitoring and documentation (in accordance with DoD Instruction 8510.01, Risk Management Framework for DoD Information Technology), oversight, management, and expert personnel. A qualified, nuclear-certified Contractor-Furnished high-energy pulser, supporting equipment, and qualified cleared personnel are mandatory to perform these services at various locations, primarily at Hill Air Force Base, UT.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- Product Service Code: R425 (Engineering And Technical Services)
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Response Due: May 30, 2026, at 05:59 AM UTC
- Published: May 11, 2026, at 03:06 PM UTC
Evaluation
This notice is for planning purposes only. Responses will be used to assess industry capabilities and potential sources for future requirements.
Additional Notes
This is not a solicitation for proposals and does not guarantee a future award. Interested parties should review the provided draft documents, including the Draft HSEP Follow-On CDRL Package and the Draft FY27 HSEP PWS, for further details. Primary contact is Holly Carbine (holly.carbine@us.af.mil).