Dual Caliber Machine Gun .338N and 6.8mm
ID: W15QKN25X14VKType: Sources Sought
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW6QK ACC-PICAPICATINNY ARSENAL, NJ, 07806-5000, USA

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Small Arms, Ordnance, and Ordnance Accessories Manufacturing (332994)
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Army, is seeking sources for the procurement of a Dual Caliber Machine Gun capable of firing both .338N and 6.8mm cartridges. This opportunity is part of a broader initiative to enhance small arms capabilities, focusing on the manufacturing of advanced ordnance and accessories. The procurement is critical for maintaining operational readiness and effectiveness in military engagements. Interested parties should direct inquiries to Megan Sloan at megan.e.sloan2.civ@army.mil or Paula Fulper at paula.l.fulper.civ@army.mil, and must be prepared to comply with a Use and Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) regarding sensitive technical data associated with this opportunity.

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    The document is a Use and Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) for government technical data, outlining the terms under which a recipient (contractor) may receive and handle sensitive information from the government. The main purpose of the NDA is to restrict the usage, modification, reproduction, and disclosure of government data labeled with specific rights legends to government purposes only. The recipient agrees not to disclose data without the contractor's permission and must ensure that any subcontractors or suppliers sign similar agreements. The NDA mandates the establishment of security measures to protect the data from unauthorized access and instructs the recipient to destroy the data within 30 days of the agreement's expiration. Additionally, the recipient assumes liability for any misuse of the data and indemnifies the government against potential claims. The effective duration of the agreement is 60 days, but obligations regarding data handling persist beyond its termination. The appendix identifies specific data covered by the NDA, including technical drawings and requirements related to the 6.8MM cartridge. Overall, this document is critical in ensuring the confidentiality and appropriate handling of sensitive government technical data in the context of federal contracts and grants.
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