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Sources sought

MJU-68/B INFRARED COUNTERMEASURE (IRCM) FLARE

FA821327RB00x

Department of the Air Force, FA8213 AFLCMC Ebhk. Explosives Manufacturing.

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November 6, 2026 at 5:00 PM EST

6 days from now. Posted October 22, 2026.

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AFLCMC/EBHJC is seeking sources desiring to become qualified for the manufacture of MJU-68/B Infrared Countermeasure Flare, NSN: 1370-01-592-9246. Prospective sources must demonstrate that they possess the experience and capability to manufacture the MJU-68/B Flare. Drawings will be available upon request. This announcement is an expression of interest and does not commit the Government to pay for proposal preparation costs.

MJU-68 A/B

Factor: 1.5"x1.5"x10" Thrusted Flare

Weight: Gross weight for each flare is approx. 1.66 lbs

Mounting Hardware: Dispensed from an AN/ALE-47 dispenser with compatible magazine.

Overall External Dimensions: Approx. 1.5"x1.54"x10" aluminum case

Electrical Connections: None, a BBU-35 or CCU-145 impulse cartridge is used to eject and ignite the flare. BBU-35 and CCU-145 have one amp, one watt no fire, and 4.25 watt all fire.

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  1. October 22, 2026

    Sources sought

    Due November 6, 2026 at 5:00 PM EST. SAM.gov, notice 89f0891ce45940598d68051d96378562

    1 revisions on SAM
    • October 22, 2026: publish, sources sought

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