W519TC-26-Q-A046 Handles & Pins (Gages) Solicitation
ID: W519TC-26-Q-A046Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW6QK ACC-RIROCK ISLAND, IL, 61299-0000, USA

NAICS

Measuring, Dispensing, and Other Pumping Equipment Manufacturing (333914)

PSC

INSPECTION GAGES AND PRECISION LAYOUT TOOLS (5220)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/44f8ddf27af141cba53c0e307747cfd3/view
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, through the Army Contracting Command - Rock Island (ACC-RI), is soliciting bids for the procurement of Handles & Pins (Gages) under solicitation number W519TC-26-Q-A046. This opportunity is specifically set aside for small businesses and requires the delivery of precision gaging tools essential for the inspection and quality assurance of Small and Medium Caliber Weapon Systems, including rifles and carbines. The selected contractor will be responsible for conducting a First Article Test (FAT) within 30 days of contract award, with subsequent deliveries expected 30 days after FAT acceptance, ensuring compliance with stringent military standards. Interested parties should submit their quotes, valid for 60 days, and can direct inquiries to Sophia Muckenfuss at SOPHIA.L.MUCKENFUSS.CIV@ARMY.MIL, with the contract anticipated to be awarded based on the lowest responsive and responsible bid.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Sophia Muckenfuss
    SOPHIA.L.MUCKENFUSS.CIV@ARMY.MIL
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    A03_Drawing_Handle_and_Pin_12006472.pdf
    This document outlines the specifications for a “PLUG GAGE, NOT GO SPECIAL” (Part No. 12006472) used for rifle/carbine models including the M16, M4, and M231. It details design requirements, materials, finishes, and quality assurance provisions. Key specifications include material for the gaging member (alloy tool steel, A2 or O1 per ASTM A681) with a Rockwell C hardness of 58-62, and a black protective finish for the handle per MIL-STD-171. Markings must be permanent, legible, and include a linear barcode for identification. The document emphasizes strict adherence to ASME B47.1 and MIL-G-10944 standards. Each gage must be packaged with a completed DA Form 3023 (Gage Record Card), certifying compliance with specified dimensions. The current design activity is the US Army Armament Research, Development and Engineering Center.
    A03_Drawing_QAP_12993884.pdf
    This government file outlines the general requirements for quality assurance provisions for Small and Medium Caliber Weapon Systems and Components and Accessories, issued by the US Army Combat Capabilities Development Command Armaments Center. It details inspection responsibilities, characteristic identification (critical, major, minor, special test methods, certification, and defined test methods), and verification levels per MIL-STD-1916. The document specifies procedures for First Article Test/Inspection, including requirements for multi-cavity molds and cast parts, emphasizing quantitative and qualitative data reporting. It also covers Lot Acceptance Testing/Inspection, workmanship standards, and the required content for Certified Test Reports (CTRs) and Certificates of Conformance (COCs). Furthermore, the file describes special test methods (STMs) and sampling plans, and elaborates on various defined test methods (DTMs) for hardness, salt spray, coating thickness, case depth, primer/CARC properties, hydrogen embrittlement relief, casting inspection, smut, and plating characteristics (cadmium, zinc, chromium, solid film lubricant).
    B08_W519TC-26-Q-A046_Solicitation_Handles_and_Pins_4DEC25.pdf
    The solicitation W519TC-26-Q-A046 is issued by the Army Contracting Command - Rock Island (ACC-RI) for Handles & Pins (Gages) to support the Rock Island Arsenal - Joint Manufacturing and Technology Center (RIA-JMTC). The contract will be a Firm Fixed Price (FFP) purchase order awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder. Key requirements include a First Article Test (FAT) within 30 days of award, with subsequent deliveries 30 days after FAT acceptance. Quotes must be valid for 60 days and include all delivery costs to Rock Island Arsenal, IL. Payment will be processed through Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF) by the Defense Finance and Accounting Service (DFAS). The contractor is responsible for ensuring timely delivery and adherence to all specified terms and conditions.
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