Army Targetry Systems (ATS) III, Multiple Award (MA), Indefinite- Delivery Indefinite-Quantity (IDIQ) base contracts
ID: W56HZV-18-D-0001_P00006Type: Justification
2 AwardsFeb 28, 2023
Award #:W56HZV-18-D-0001
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Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW4GG HQ US ARMY TACOMDETROIT ARSENAL, MI, 48397-5000, USA

PSC

ARMAMENT TRAINING DEVICES (6920)
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, through the Army, is seeking contractors for the Army Targetry Systems (ATS) III, which involves Multiple Award Indefinite-Delivery Indefinite-Quantity (IDIQ) base contracts. This procurement aims to support the development and provision of armament training devices, which are critical for military training and operational readiness. The contract, identified as W56HZV-18-D-0001, has been modified to enhance the capabilities of the ATS III program, ensuring that the Army has access to the necessary training systems. Interested parties can reach out to Delaney Tepel at delaney.e.tepel.civ@army.mil or Patricia Pierce at patricia.pierce3.civ@army.mil for further information regarding this opportunity.

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