Alternate Sourcing for JAU-72B/A Cartridge Actuated Initiators

The U.S. Navy intends to award a sole-source contract to Task Aerospace, Inc. for the acquisition of cartridge actuated initiators and associated test fixture design. The contract aims to provide an alternate source of supply for JAU-72B/A Cartridge Actuated Initiators. The estimated award date is 02 July 2026, and the estimated value is $850,000. The period of performance is expected to be from 01 August 2026 to 1 August 2027. • The contract is for the acquisition of developmental CAD/PAD technologies critical for the CAD/PAD Joint Program Office's mission. • The acquisition will allow for feasibility testing of an alternate source of supply for the JAU-72B/A V-22 external initiators. • The contract will be awarded under an existing Basic Ordering Agreement between the Government and Task Aerospace, Inc. • Interested parties may identify their interest and capability by responding to the requirement with a capability statement.