M72-series Light Assault Weapon (LAW) Production
ID: W15QKN25R0047Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW6QK ACC-PICAPICATINNY ARSENAL, NJ, 07806-5000, USA

NAICS

Ammunition (except Small Arms) Manufacturing (332993)

PSC

AMMUNITION, OVER 30MM UP TO 75MM (1310)

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https://sam.gov/opp/69428439638649db89cccb20cffb9d48/view
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    Posted Mar 28, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
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    Updated Mar 28, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
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    Due Apr 28, 2025, 2:00 PM UTC
Description

The Department of Defense, through the U.S. Army Contracting Command New Jersey, is conducting market research to identify potential sources for the production of the M72-series Light Assault Weapon (LAW) and its variants. This procurement aims to support the Army and Marine Corps ammunition stockpile requirements, including various models of the M72 LAW and associated training systems, with a projected contract period of five years resulting in a Firm Fixed Price Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity contract. The M72-series is a critical lightweight, man-portable weapon system designed for use against light armored targets in various operational environments. Interested businesses must submit their capabilities statements by 10:00 AM EDT on April 28, 2025, to Rodolphe Primeau at rodolphe.a.primeau.civ@army.mil, as this sources sought notice is for informational purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation.

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