PSC 1377: Cartridge and Propellant Actuated Devices and Components
1377 is the product and service code (PSC) federal agencies use for cartridge and propellant actuated devices and components, in the ammunition and explosives group. Here are the contracts open under it now, the NAICS codes it pairs with, and who buys and wins this work.
- Open contracts now
- 46
- Spending, FY2026
- $171.7 million
- Share to small businesses
- 11%
Open contracts with PSC 1377, due soonest
- Manufacturing of Explosive Shape Charges for F-16 Spin Chute Recovery System
✦ The Air Force F-16 Program Office is doing market research for a company to manufacture small explosive shape charges used in the F-16 Spin Chute Recovery System.
Due in 3 daysOct 12, 2026
- PIN,FIRING
✦ NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support (Navy) has posted an RFQ for a spares requirement for a firing pin, part number MBEU141874.
Due in 4 daysOct 13, 2026
- MIL-DTL-32113B, Initiator, Cartridge Actuated, JAU-74/A
Due in 5 daysOct 14, 2026
- FD2020-22-50003
Due in 11 daysOct 21, 2026
- 1377-01-520-9738 JM60 CKU-5C/A Catapult Rocket Motor
✦ NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support (Navy) wants 190 CKU-5C/A (JM60) rocket catapult assemblies, the explosive device that fires an ejection seat and aircrew out of an aircraft.
Due in 11 daysOct 21, 2026
- MIL-DTL-46559D, Initiator, Cartridge Actuated, M3A2, Metal Parts Assembly
Due in 12 daysOct 21, 2026
Where 1377 sits in the PSC Manual
- Category: Product
- Group 13: Ammunition and Explosives
- Code 1377: Cartridge and Propellant Actuated Devices and Components
NAICS codes used with PSC 1377
The NAICS code on a contract sets the size standard for who counts as small. These are the codes agencies pair with 1377 most often:
| NAICS | Industry | Spent, last 3 years |
|---|---|---|
| 325920 | Explosives Manufacturing | $557 million |
| 336413 | Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing | $26.1 million |
| 332993 | Ammunition (except Small Arms) Manufacturing | $14.6 million |
| 332618 | Other Fabricated Wire Product Manufacturing | $2.3 million |
| 332710 | Machine Shops | $2 million |
| 336411 | Aircraft Manufacturing | $1.8 million |
| 928110 | National Security | On 5 open |
Who buys under PSC 1377
Agencies with the most contract dollars under 1377 over the last three fiscal years, per USAspending.gov:
| Agency | Obligated |
|---|---|
| Department of the Navy | $333.7 million |
| Department of the Air Force | $274 million |
| U.S. Coast Guard | $497,089 |
| Defense Logistics Agency | $298,605 |
| District of Columbia Courts | $178,160 |
| Department of the Army | $122,308 |
| Department of State | $61,578 |
| Agency for International Development | $57,895 |
Federal spending under PSC 1377 by year
| Fiscal year | Contract obligations |
|---|---|
| FY2024 | $193.7 million |
| FY2025 | $241.7 million |
| FY2026 | $171.7 million |
| FY2027 (so far) | $0 |
Who wins PSC 1377 contracts
| Company | Obligated, last 3 years |
|---|---|
| Pacific Scientific Energetic Materials Company (California LLC) | $174.4 million |
| Martin-Baker Aircraft Company Limited | $165.1 million |
| Chemring Energetic Devices Inc | $46.1 million |
| Rockwell Collins, Inc. | $45.1 million |
| Cci Capco, LLC | $20.8 million |
| Nammo Defense Systems Inc. | $19.8 million |
| Eaglepicher Technologies LLC | $16.7 million |
| Pacific Scientific Energetic Materials Co California LLC | $14.6 million |
| Raytheon Company | $13.2 million |
| General Dynamics Ots (Aerospace), Inc. | $12.6 million |
Related PSC codes
- 1305 Ammunition, Through 30MM
- 1310 Ammunition, Over 30MM Up to 75MM
- 1315 Ammunition, 75MM Through 125MM
- 1320 Ammunition, Over 125MM
- 1325 Bombs
- 1330 Grenades
- 1336 Guided Missile Warheads and Explosive Components
- 1337 Guided Missile and Space Vehicle Explosive Propulsion Units, Solid Fuel; and Components
- 1338 Guided Missile and Space Vehicle Inert Propulsion Units, Solid Fuel; and Components
- 1340 Rockets, Rocket Ammunition and Rocket Components
Frequently asked questions
What is PSC 1377?
1377 is the product code in the federal Product and Service Code (PSC) Manual for cartridge and propellant actuated devices and components, under 13 (Ammunition and Explosives). Agencies put a PSC on every contract to record what they bought.
What is the difference between a PSC and a NAICS code?
A PSC describes what the government is buying. A NAICS code describes the industry of the business doing the work, and it sets the SBA size standard for small business set-asides. Every contract notice has both.
Which NAICS code goes with PSC 1377?
Most federal contract dollars under PSC 1377 go with NAICS 325920 (Explosives Manufacturing), according to USAspending.gov. The contracting officer picks the NAICS code for each solicitation, so check the notice.
How do I find contracts that use PSC 1377?
Contract opportunities are posted on SAM.gov with their PSC and NAICS codes. 46 open notices use PSC 1377 right now. FedReady can match new ones to your business and email you, free.