120MM Mortar Shell Bodies
ID: W15QKN-23-X-0Y4IType: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

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

PSC

AMMUNITION, 75MM THROUGH 125MM (1315)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/4f27e37dfaf84302afbeb8214bc9ff13/view
Timeline
  1. 1
    Posted Sep 25, 2023 5:07 PM
  2. 2
    Updated Oct 5, 2023 12:15 PM
  3. 3
    Due Oct 20, 2023 8:00 PM
Description

Sources Sought DEPT OF DEFENSE DEPT OF THE ARMY is conducting market research to identify potential sources capable of manufacturing and delivering 120mm Mortar Shell Bodies. The purpose of this market survey is to obtain potential sources in addition to current producers to deliver 120mm Mortar Shell Bodies at a rate of no less than 15,000 per month by December 2024. The 120mm Mortar Shell Bodies are used for various purposes including high explosive, practice, smoke, illuminating, and infrared cartridges. Interested sources must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) to provide a response. The response should include company's contact information, capabilities, past manufacturing experience, projected monthly delivery capability, facilities and equipment description, quality assurance evidence, and technical data request documents. The Technical Data Packages (TDPs) for the 120mm Shell Bodies are available upon request and receipt of all required documents.

Point(s) of Contact
Amy Sentner
amy.sentner.civ@army.mil
Kaley Casagrande
kaley.m.casagrande.civ@army.mil
Files
Title
Posted
Non Disclosure Agreement 120mm.docx
3/26/2024
TDR Questionaire.pdf
3/26/2024
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