SAM #W519TC-26-SS062

U.S. Army Seeks Manufacturers for Thin Layer Explosive (TLX) Production and Delivery

The U.S. Army Contracting Command – Rock Island Arsenal is seeking information from qualified manufacturers for the production and delivery of multiple Thin Layer Explosive (TLX) items. - Government Buyer: - U.S. Army Contracting Command, Rock Island Arsenal - Program Manager, Close Combat Systems (PM-CCS) - Products/Services Requested: - Production and delivery of Thin Layer Explosive (TLX) items across a wide range of National Stock Numbers (NSNs), Drawing Numbers, and DODICs - Each TLX item is specified by unique part numbers and technical drawings - Example items include: - NSN 1377-01-513-2378 (Drawing 850AS911, DODIC JL97) - NSN 1377-01-513-2467 (Drawing 850AS912, DODIC JL98) - NSN 1377-01-398-1522 (Drawing 850AS901, DODIC MU73) - ...and over 40 additional TLX variants - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Vendors must demonstrate proficiency in critical manufacturing skills, including: - Radiographic inspection - Propellant and energetic material manufacturing and handling - Welding, machining, and electrical circuitry - Technical Data Packages are Distribution C (restricted to U.S. Government and contractors) - Respondents must show manufacturing capacity and risk mitigation strategies - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs are named; the opportunity is open to all capable manufacturers - Quantities: - Each NSN listed with a quantity of 1 in the attachment, but actual production quantities may vary based on future requirements

Description

W519TC-26-SS062 Thin Layer Explosive (TLX)

The U.S. Army Contracting Command – Rock Island Arsenal (ACC-RIA) on behalf of Program Manager, Close Combat Systems (PM-CCS), is issuing a Sources Sought notice to identify capable sources for the production and delivery of the following items:

Item                                                                     NSN                                       Drawing Number         DODIC

Thin Layer Explosive                                  1377-01-513-2378     850AS911                        JL97

Thin Layer Explosive                                  1377-01-513-2467     850AS912                        JL98

Thin Layer Explosive                                  1377-01-398-1522     850AS901                        MU73

Thin Layer Explosive                                  1377-01-422-0378     850AS902                        MU94

Thin Layer Explosive                                  1377-01-459-8259     850AS908                        SS97

Thin Layer Explosive                                  1377-01-459-8296     850AS907                        SS98

Thin Layer Explosive                                  1377-01-418-6301     850AS875-601             SN97

Thin Layer Explosive                                  1377-01-418-6214     850AS875-603             SN98

Thin Layer Explosive                                  1377-01-365-5700     850AS875-105              SP04

Thin Layer Explosive                                  1377-01-365-5701     850AS875-107              SP05

Thin Layer Explosive                                  1377-01-365-5702     850AS875-109              SP06

Thin Layer Explosive                                  1377-01-365-5703     850AS875-111              SP07

Thin Layer Explosive                                  1377-01-365-5688     850AS875-113              SP08

Thin Layer Explosive                                  1377-01-365-5689     850AS875-115              SP09

Thin Layer Explosive                                  1377-01-365-5690     850AS875-117              SP10

Thin Layer Explosive                                  1377-01-365-5691     850AS875-119              SP11

Thin Layer Explosive                                  1377-01-365-5692     850AS875-121              SP12

Thin Layer Explosive                                  1377-01-365-5694     850AS875-125              SP14

Thin Layer Explosive                                  1377-01-365-5695     850AS875-127              SP15

Thin Layer Explosive                                  1377-01-365-5696     850AS875-129              SP16

Thin Layer Explosive                                  1377-01-365-5697     850AS875-131              SP17

Thin Layer Explosive                                  1377-01-365-5698     850AS875-133              SP18

Thin Layer Explosive                                  1377-01-365-5699     850AS875-135              SP19

Thin Layer Explosive                                  1377-01-513-6667     850AS875-157              JM02

Thin Layer Explosive                                  1377-01-513-6684     850AS875-159              JM03

Thin Layer Explosive                                  1377-01-513-6697     850AS875-149              JM04

Thin Layer Explosive                                  1377-01-513-6713     850AS875-151              JM05

Thin Layer Explosive                                  1377-01-513-7556     850AS875-153              JM06

Thin Layer Explosive                                  1377-01-429-1057     850AS875-147              SQ23

Thin Layer Explosive                                  1377-01-429-2075     850AS875-145              SQ24

Thin Layer Explosive                                  1377-01-429-2076     850AS875-143              SQ25

Thin Layer Explosive                                  1377-01-429-2077     850AS875-141              SQ26

Thin Layer Explosive                                  1377-01-429-2502     850AS875-139              SQ27

Thin Layer Explosive                                  1377-01-429-2503     850AS875-137              SQ28

Thin Layer Explosive                                  1377-01-442-1667     52252-513                      SR98

Thin Layer Explosive                                  1377-01-442-1762     52252-519                      SS02

Thin Layer Explosive                                  1377-01-442-1772     52252-521                      SS03

Thin Layer Explosive                                  1377-01-457-3327     52252-501                      SS83

Thin Layer Explosive                                  1377-01-457-3747     52252-503                      SS84

Thin Layer Explosive                                  1377-01-457-3388     52252-505                      SS85

Thin Layer Explosive                                  1377-01-457-3750     52252-507                      SS86

Thin Layer Explosive                                  1377-01-442-1784     52252-517                      SR96

Thin Layer Explosive                                  1377-01-442-1778     52252-523                      SR97

Thin Layer Explosive                                  1377-01-459-8258     850AS906                        SS99

ITEM DESCRIPTIONS: The Detonating Cord Assembly (DCA) consists of a 0.12-inch diameter plastic tube containing a thin layer of HMX-AL explosive on the inner surface, a steel over braid, and two end fitting assemblies. Each end fitting assembly consists of a lead azide transition charge, HNS base charge, ferrule, booster cup, seal and fitting nut.

Thin Layer Explosive (TLX) shall conform to the requirements shown in the TDP.

Please see the attached TDP to adhere to all figures and specifications located within.

CRITICAL PROCESSES/SKILLS:

The manufacture of this item requires skills, which include, but are not limited to:

Radiographic and Radiographers, Radiographic equipment

Critical processes and skills vary depending on the family of items, but may include experience with propellant manufacturing and casting, energetic material and/or explosive handling and loading, welding, machining, bridgewire and electrical circuitry, and shock wave propagation.

An acceptable vendor must be able to display the skills of its employees and established expertise in completing essential operations of manufacturing the Thin Layer Explosive (TLX). Respondents to this Sources Sought must have or have the ability to obtain the available skills required to perform all production and testing operations necessary to deliver conforming end items to the U.S. Government. These skills must be available with sufficient experience and proficiency to produce these items in a timely and efficient manner. A respondent must also have or have the ability to obtain the appropriate radiographic equipment and radiographic skills required to support quality production limitations. Any significant lead times with equipment or materials associated with production of these items should also be noted.

RESPONSES: Interested companies who consider themselves capable of manufacturing the Thin Layer Explosive (TLX), are invited to indicate their interest by providing the U.S. Government with the following information:

A brief summary of the company’s capabilities (a description of the facilities, personnel experience, quality system, and past manufacturing experience) and capacity. If a respondent does not have adequate resources (facilities, technical, manufacturing, personnel, etc.) available, then it must be able to demonstrate its ability to obtain those resources without significant delay. Identify and include a brief summary of any potential key sub-tier vendors or subcontractors and identify key components or processes that would be subcontracted. Identify minimum and maximum monthly production quantities and identify the available capacity considering any other known production. Identify your company’s size status for the identified NAICS code in the response. Due to the current global supply chain and other factors, respondents are asked to identify any components or materials that may be subject to price volatility or scarcity and address what their firm is doing to mitigate risk related to obtaining materials, price impacts, and production stability.

Technical Data Packages: The Technical Data Packages (TDPs) associated with this requirement are classified as Distribution C – limited distribution authorized to U.S. Government agencies and their U.S. Contractors Only.

The NAICS code for these items is 325920 with a business size standard of 750 employees. As noted above, please indicate your business size and socio-economic status in your response. Also be sure to provide the company name, address, point of contact, phone number, e-mail address, taxpayer identification number, DUNS number, and CAGE Code. Contractors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) database prior to award, during performance, and through final payment of any contract resulting from a planned solicitation for these items. Contractors may obtain information on SAM registration by visiting: https://www.acquisition.gov.

This sources sought announcement is for information and planning purposes only and shall not be construed as a Request for Proposal or as an obligation on the part of the U.S. Government. The U.S. Government does not intend to award a contract on the basis of this sources sought announcement or otherwise pay for information solicited. Industry responses to this sources sought will not represent binding offers, and the U.S. Government cannot accept an industry response to form a binding contract. The U.S. Government intends to use any information submitted in response to this request to develop an acquisition strategy for future requirements of this item.

To be eligible for contracts with the U.S. Government, Contractors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) database prior to award, during performance, and through final payment of any contract resulting from a planned solicitation for these items. Contractors may obtain information on SAM registration by visiting: https://www.acquisition.gov. All interested companies are highly encouraged to get registered in SAM immediately. The U.S. Government will hold all information submitted in a confidential status.

All submissions are requested electronically no later than 25 June 2026 in order to be considered in the development of the acquisition strategy for these items. Send all responses to Ms. Caitlyn Smith at caitlyn.l.smith3.civ@army.mil, Ms. Aly Bigham at alyson.m.bigham.civ@army.mil, and Ms. Emily Kundel at emily.a.kundel.civ@army.mil. Responses to this sources sought announcement should reference in the subject: Sources Sought W519TC-26-SS062 Response.

Points of Contact:

Caitlyn Smith, Contract Specialist Phone: (520) 693-0085 Email: caitlyn.l.smith3.civ@army.mil Army Contracting Command – Rock Island Rock Island, IL 61299-8000

Aly Bigham, Contract Specialist Phone: (520) 692-4171 Email: alyson.m.bigham.civ@army.mil Army Contracting Command – Rock Island Rock Island, IL 61299-8000

Emily Kundel, Contracting Officer Phone: (571) 588-8585 Email: emily.a.kundel.civ@army.mil Army Contracting Command – Rock Island Rock Island, IL 61299-8000

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