T38 Initiators

The United States Air Force is soliciting proposals for the procurement of T38 Initiators. The initiators are explosive devices used in the ejection systems of T-38 and F-5 aircraft. The devices are made of metal with explosive charges and have gas input and output ends. The initiators have a delay function that releases a firing pin and produces output gas pressure to continue ejection. The solicitation includes several items with different national stock numbers (NSNs) and descriptions. • The items have different dimensions, weights, and materials. • The items have different delay times, such as 1.0 seconds and 0.30 seconds. • The items are used in the ejection systems of T-38 and F-5 aircraft. • The items are safety-critical and have threaded components. • The items have precious metal indicator codes and require GFE (Government-Furnished Equipment) and GFP (Government-Furnished Property).