Solid Nose Fuze Plug

The U.S. Army is issuing a Sources Sought notice to identify capable vendors for the production of a solid nose fuze plug (FW90) for MK80, BLU‑110, and BLU‑111 series bombs. The requirement calls for a one‑time purchase of approximately 12,000–15,000 units and expects vendors to demonstrate capabilities in forging, heat‑treating, and machining (lathe) operations, as well as the ability to supply the necessary tooling and engineering support. Respondents must provide capability summaries, potential subcontractors, ROM pricing, production capacity, and company size status, and must be registered in SAM and the U.S./Canada Joint Certification Program to access classified technical data. • One‑time acquisition of 12‑15 k solid nose fuze plugs (NSN 1325‑01‑214‑4314). • Required manufacturing skills: forging, heat‑treating, machining (lathe) and related quality‑control capabilities. • Vendors must submit a capability statement, ROM price for the quantity, monthly production capacity, and socio‑economic status by 29 Oct 2025.