Radford Army Ammunition Plant (RFAAP) Operation, Maintenance, and Modernization
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW6QK ACC-RIROCK ISLAND, IL, 61299-0000, USA

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Explosives Manufacturing (325920)

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OPERATION OF AMMUNITION FACILITIES (M1EA)
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    The Department of Defense, through the U.S. Army Contracting Command – Rock Island, is seeking information on strategies for the operation, maintenance, and modernization of the Radford Army Ammunition Plant (RFAAP) in Virginia. The objectives include risk mitigation under fluctuating Department of Defense (DoD) demand, maximizing operational efficiencies, expanding non-DoD workloads, and exploring direct funding options for specific Performance Work Statements (PWS). This initiative is crucial for ensuring the long-term viability and affordability of propellant capabilities while maintaining operational readiness. Interested parties are encouraged to submit their feedback and proposed strategies by January 21, 2025, and may direct inquiries to Anna E. Whitcomb or Amanda Carlson via email.

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