MK70 Booster Ballast Kits Solicitation N0017426R1012

SOL #: N0017426SN0062Solicitation

Overview

Buyer

Dept Of Defense
Dept Of The Navy
NSWC INDIAN HEAD DIVISION
INDIAN HEAD, MD, 20640-1533, United States

Place of Performance

Indian Head, MD

NAICS

All Other Miscellaneous Fabricated Metal Product Manufacturing (332999)

PSC

Rockets, Rocket Ammunition And Rocket Components (1340)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

Timeline

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Posted
Nov 20, 2025
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Last Updated
Mar 23, 2026
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Submission Deadline
Apr 23, 2026, 7:00 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 Navy, Naval Surface Warfare Center Indian Head Division (NSWC IHD), has issued Solicitation N0017426R1012 for the fabrication, inspection, and delivery of MK70 Booster Ballast Hardware Kits. This is a Firm Fixed Price (FFP) supply contract designated as a Total Small Business Set-Aside. Proposals are due by April 23, 2026, at 3:00 PM local time.

Scope of Work

The contractor will be responsible for fabricating, inspecting, testing, and delivering MK70 Booster Ballast Hardware Kits in accordance with the provided Statement of Work (SOW) and applicable drawing package. Key requirements include:

  • Manufacturing kits with specific components, including Isoloss LS Foam and composite cork.
  • Ensuring workmanship is free of defects.
  • Maintaining unit traceability records for raw materials and sub-components.
  • Serialization of booster part kits starting at K1000.
  • Compliance with various technical documents, commercial specifications, and SAE standards (e.g., SAE AS6174 for counterfeit material).
  • Delivery schedules generally range from 34 to 42 weeks from award or First Article Test (FAT) approval.

Contract Details

  • Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price (FFP) supply contract.
  • Period of Performance: Base year plus four (4) consecutive 12-month option years (anticipated 6/30/2026 - 6/30/2031).
  • Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5). The small business performing the award must perform at least 50% of the work.
  • NAICS Code: 332999 (All Other Miscellaneous Fabricated Metal Product Manufacturing).
  • PSC: 1340 (Rockets, Rocket Ammunition And Rocket Components).
  • Cybersecurity: Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) Level 2 Self is required.
  • Predecessor: This is a follow-on requirement to N0017423D0001.

Submission & Evaluation

  • Proposal Due Date: April 23, 2026, 3:00 PM local time.
  • Submission: Offers must be submitted electronically in three volumes: Technical, Past Performance, and Price.
  • Validity: Proposals must remain valid for 180 calendar days.
  • Evaluation: Award will be based on the "Lowest Price Technically Acceptable" (LPTA) offer. Technical capability and past performance will be evaluated on an acceptable/unacceptable basis.

Key Attachments & Notes

  • Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL) (Exhibit A): Outlines required data items such as Manufacturing Plan, Quality Program Plan, Kit Acceptance Test Plan, Inspection Test Report, Certificates of Compliance/Analysis, and Program Progress Reports.
  • Past Performance: Offerors must complete a "Past Performance Matrix" and may utilize a "Past Performance Questionnaire" for references not in CPARS. Only references within the last five years will be considered.
  • Proposal Checklist: A suggested tool is provided to ensure all required documentation is submitted.
  • Contract Administration Plan (CAP): Details government personnel roles (PCO, CAO, DCAA, COR) for contract management.
  • Place of Performance: Indian Head, MD, United States.
  • Contact: Primary contact is IHD Contracts at IHD_Code0261@us.navy.mil.

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