MJU-76/B Flare, Countermeasure
Overview
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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 is soliciting proposals for a Multiple Award Contract (MAC) Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) for the production of MJU-76/B Thrusted Flare, Countermeasure. This Firm Fixed Price requirement has an estimated maximum value of $250,000,000 over a five-year ordering period with a one-year option. While anticipated as an other than full and open competition with limited sources, all responsible sources may submit proposals. Proposals are due June 15, 2026.
Scope of Work
The contract requires the production of MJU-76/B Thrusted Flares (NSN: 1370-01-642-1574, P/N 7729436-30) for U.S. Government (USG) and Foreign Military Sales (FMS). Key deliverables include:
- Production units, including First Article Production and Testing (250 units).
- Various data items (CDRLs) and compliance with specific military standards for preservation, packaging, and marking (e.g., MIL-STD-2073-1, MIL-STD-129), quality acceptance (MIL-STD-1916), and ammunition data cards (MIL-STD-1168, MIL-STD-1171B via WARP).
- Handling of Government Furnished Property (GFP) such as BBU-35A/B and CCU-145 cartridges for testing, and steel pallets for storage.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Multiple Award IDIQ, Firm Fixed Price.
- Estimated Maximum Value: $250,000,000.
- Minimum Award Guarantee: $3,000,000.
- Period of Performance: Five-year ordering period (July 2026 - July 2031) with a one-year option (July 2031 - July 2032).
- Set-Aside: Other than full and open competition with limited sources (Armtec and Chemring are cited, but all responsible sources may submit).
- Place of Performance: Utah, United States.
Eligibility & Submission Requirements
Offerors must:
- Possess a valid U.S. security clearance of Secret or higher and comply with NISPOM/Industrial Security Regulation for classified material handling, as detailed in the DD Form 254.
- Be a qualified source for MJU-76/B. New sources must submit a qualification package (estimated 360 days, ~$200,000 cost for testing/evaluation).
- Submit a comprehensive proposal, including a manufacturing plan (max 25 pages, PDF) detailing processes, equipment, production rates, defect prevention, inventory management, and assembly line flow.
- Provide pricing on the RFOP Worksheet.
- Complete required sections (A, I, K) and fill-in clauses. A Small Business Subcontracting Plan is required for non-small businesses.
- Adhere to specific formatting requirements (8.5x11, 12pt Times New Roman, 1-inch top/bottom margins, 0.5-inch side margins). Classified information shall NOT be submitted in proposals.
Evaluation Factors
Proposals will be evaluated on:
- Factor 1: Qualified Source Proposal (acceptable/unacceptable), ensuring compliance with MJU-76/B qualification requirements.
- Factor 2: Plan and Technical Approach to Manufacture MJU-76 (acceptable/unacceptable).
- A Pre-Award Survey by DCMA is a condition of award.
- Future delivery orders will be evaluated primarily on price, with past performance also considered, and award amounts split based on Total Evaluated Price (TEP) differences, as outlined in the ordering procedures.
Deadlines & Contacts
- Proposals Due: June 15, 2026, by 2:00 PM local time.
- Primary Contact: Ellis Swenson (ellis.swenson@us.af.mil).
- Secondary Contact: Taylor Dunn (taylor.dunn.6@us.af.mil).