Fabrication of Carbon-Carbon (C-C) Shape Stable Nosetip (SSNT) and Advanced Reentry Materials

The Naval Surface Warfare Center (NSWC) Dahlgren Division has issued a pre-solicitation notice under solicitation number N0017821R4411 for the development of replacement and alternative Shape Stable Nosetip (SSNT) materials. The scope of work includes supporting existing Navy Submarine-Launched Ballistic Missile (SLBM) Reentry Systems, specifically the MK4 and MK5, alongside the development and fabrication of thermal protection system materials and components for advanced Navy reentry systems and flight test experiments. Production requirements involve the manufacture of nosetips, heatshields, control surfaces, and antenna windows.

This requirement is classified under NAICS 336415, Guided Missile and Space Vehicle Propulsion Unit and Propulsion Unit Parts Manufacturing, and PSC AC25, National Defense R&D Services; Atomic Energy Defense Activities; R&D Facilities & Maj Equip. Following an initial synopsis on March 23, 2021, the government determined that no other companies submitted capability statements. A Justification and Approval for Use of Other than Full and Open Competition was approved on June 16, 2021, with the NSWCDD Deputy for Small Business concurring on the decision to solicit a sole source contract with Intermat.

Performance is designated for Biddeford, ME, with a response deadline of July 29, 2021. The primary point of contact for this Department of the Navy effort is Sean McGovern. The notice was published on July 14, 2021, and includes no associated attachments.