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Notice ID: a9ba5360b0994dd998fdb831c9db5095Sources Sought

Prototype Project for Manufacturing, Repair, and Maintenance of Hypervelocity Launcher System Components

Archived on February 20, 2026. Original response deadline: . Full description on SAM.gov.

Description

The Government requires a vendor to fabricate, repair, and service large-scale, high-pressure launcher system components. Key tasks include, but are not limited to:
A. Fabricating new launcher components from high-strength alloy steels.
B. Repairing and modifying existing Government-Furnished Property.
C. Performing the autofrettage process on high-pressure components.
D. Precision machining of very large and heavy components to exact tolerances.
E. Performing certified welding and Non-Destructive Evaluation (NDE) on thick-walled parts.

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Overview

Agency:
Department of WarDepartment of the Air Force
Office:AIR FORCE MATERIEL COMMAND.AIR FORCE TEST CENTER.FA9101 AEDC PKP PROCRMNT BR
Posted:January 22, 2026
NAICS:332994: Small Arms, Ordnance, and Ordnance Accessories Manufacturing
Last Updated:Aug 21, 2026
PSC:5342: HARDWARE, WEAPON SYSTEM
Set-Aside:Not specified
Type:Sources Sought
Place of Performance:COOPERTOWN, Tennessee, 37389

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Solicitation:FA9101-26-Hypervelocity_Launcher
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  1. Market ResearchCurrentJan 22, 2026

    Prototype Project for Manufacturing, Repair, and Maintenance of Hypervelocity Launcher System Components

    Notice a9ba5360b0994dd998fdb831c9db5095 on SAM.gov

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Additional Details

Solicitation Number

FA9101-26-Hypervelocity_Launcher

Archive Date

Feb 20, 2026

Office Address

ARNOLD AFB, TN, 37389-1332