Thin Layer Explosive (TLX) (multiple DODICS)

The U.S. Army Contracting Command – Rock Island Arsenal (ACC-RIA) is seeking sources for the production and delivery of Thin Layer Explosive (TLX) items. The TLX 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. Interested companies must have the skills and expertise to manufacture the TLX, including radiographic and radiographers, radiographic equipment, propellant manufacturing and casting, energetic material and/or explosive handling and loading, welding, machining, bridgewire and electrical circuitry, and shock wave propagation. • The NAICS code for these items is 325920 with a business size standard of 750 employees. • 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. • 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.