Sources Sought - Safing Sector
ID: W912CH-25-R-0133Type: 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/df02be90fe594a38ae19cf2f9da69bfd/view
Timeline
  1. 1
    Posted Apr 4, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  2. 2
    Updated Apr 4, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  3. 3
    Due Apr 11, 2025, 8:00 PM UTC
Description

The Department of Defense, specifically the Army Contracting Command - Detroit Arsenal (ACC-DTA), is conducting a Sources Sought notice to identify qualified contractors for the production of specific items related to Safing Sectors, including the HOUSING and various assemblies identified by their National Stock Numbers (NSNs). This market survey aims to assess the interest and capabilities of potential suppliers to inform future procurement planning without implying any obligation to award a contract. The goods sought are critical components in military applications, emphasizing the need for reliable manufacturing capabilities. Interested businesses are encouraged to respond by April 22, 2025, by emailing Ashley Young at ashley.a.young2.civ@army.mil, providing details on their qualifications and production readiness.

Point(s) of Contact
Ashley Young
ashley.a.young2.civ@army.mil
Files
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Sources Sought_Questionnaire_Safing sector.pdf
Apr 4, 2025, 2:06 PM UTC
The Army Contracting Command – Detroit Arsenal (ACC-DTA) has issued a Sources Sought Notice to gather information on potential suppliers' capabilities for producing specific items related to Safing Sectors identified by their National Stock Numbers (NSNs). This survey aims to inform government planning for possible future contracts without implying any obligation to award a contract. Interested businesses, both small and large, are encouraged to respond by detailing their qualifications, past productions, and capabilities. Respondents must follow specific guidelines regarding proprietary and confidential information, and their submissions should include a vendor profile, production readiness, and any relevant experience. The deadline for responses is April 22, 2025. This document serves as a preliminary step in assessing the market before formal acquisition processes commence.
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