Joint Combined Aircrew System/Altitude Combined Aircrew System (JAST/ACAST)

The Air Force METCAL at Heath, Ohio intends to issue a sole‑source, firm‑fixed‑price contract for the procurement of Joint Combined Aircrew Systems (JCAST) and Altitude Combined Aircrew Systems (ACAST) from Chemring Energetic Devices Inc. The contractor must provide the described energetic devices and related support, with all submissions limited to capability statements, proposals, or quotations submitted in writing within fifteen days of the notice. No competitive solicitation will be issued; the Government will evaluate all responsible sources that submit evidence of capability. The award will be made on a best‑value basis under FAR Part 12. • Sole‑source procurement of specialized aircrew system components. • Only one vendor (Chemring Energetic Devices Inc.) identified as capable. • Submissions accepted electronically within a 15‑day response window, with the deadline on September 8, 2026.