SS67, MK 109 Mod 1 Canopy Jettison Rocket Motor (CJRM)
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
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, NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support Mech, is soliciting proposals for the competitive procurement of SS67, MK 109 Mod 1 Canopy Jettison Rocket Motors (CJRM). This is a Firm Fixed-Price contract for a Critical Safety Item (CSI) used in F-18 aircraft, requiring First Article Testing (FAT) and adherence to strict technical and safety standards. Proposals are due May 26, 2026, at 02:00 PM EST.
Scope of Work
The procurement includes the MK 109 Mod 1 CJRM, technical data, and various test samples (FAT, production lot, investigative units). Key requirements involve:
- First Article Testing (FAT): Mandatory, with specific invocation criteria for process or material changes.
- Energetic Materials: Strict requirements for age, traceability, and testing methods.
- Ammunition Data Cards (ADCs): Preparation according to MIL-STD-1168 and MIL-STD-962 for the Worldwide Ammunition-data Repository Program (WARP).
- Marking: Compliance with CAD/PAD Item Marking Instructions (HRI, MRI, Data Matrix ECC 200, MIL-STD-1168).
- Government Furnished Property (GFP): Includes items like the PVU-1/A Primer, detailed in the revised GFP attachment.
- Safety Survey: Required due to the explosive nature of the items.
- Contract Data Requirements List (CDRLs): Submission of various data items including Obsolescence Alert, DMSMS Health Assessment, Failure Summary, Test Plans/Reports, and Energetic Materials Analysis.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Firm Fixed Price
- Set-Aside: HUBZone price evaluation preference applies. NAICS 325920 (750 employee size standard).
- Proposal Due: May 26, 2026, 02:00 PM EST (extended by Amendment 2).
- Published: May 12, 2026 (latest amendment).
- Submission: Electronic submission to
stacey.l.romberger.civ@us.navy.mil.
Evaluation
Proposals will be evaluated based on Past Performance (Quality, Timeliness of Delivery, Small Business Utilization), Small Business Participation Commitment, and Price. Past Performance is significantly more important than Small Business Participation, and both are significantly more important than Price. Offerors must achieve a "Substantial Confidence" or "Satisfactory Confidence" rating in past performance to be eligible for award.
Amendments & Key Updates
- Amendment 3 (May 12, 2026): Added FAR clause 52.222-90, "Addressing DEI Discrimination by Federal Contractors."
- Amendment 2 (May 1, 2026): Extended the proposal response date to May 26, 2026.
- Amendment 1 (April 22, 2026): Clarified Critical Safety Item (CSI) status, electronic offer submission, updated GFP details, detailed inspection/acceptance procedures, energetic materials requirements, and ammunition lot numbering.
Additional Notes
Drawings are not available on CD. A Request for Variance (RFV) example is provided, indicating potential changes to testing procedures.