Buffer Block Assembly
ID: W912CH-25-Q-0079Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW6QK ACC- DTAWARREN, MI, 48397-5000, USA

NAICS

Small Arms, Ordnance, and Ordnance Accessories Manufacturing (332994)

PSC

GUNS, THROUGH 30MM (1005)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/bd3add81915c40c98ec0395cb2ba7831/view
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, specifically the Army Contracting Command-Detroit Arsenal (ACC-DTA), is conducting a market survey to identify qualified contractors for the production of the Buffer Block Assembly, NSN: 1005-13-116-2124. The Army seeks suppliers capable of manufacturing this item, as they do not possess a complete technical data package for it. This procurement is critical for maintaining the Army's operational capabilities, as the Buffer Block Assembly is a component related to small arms and ordnance. Interested contractors must respond via email to Mark Hilson at mark.d.hilson.civ@army.mil, as no telephone responses will be accepted, and this market survey does not constitute a solicitation or commitment by the Government.

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    Mark Hilson
    mark.d.hilson.civ@army.mil
    Elizabeth Levine Welhouse
    elizabeth.l.levinewelhouse.civ@army.mil
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