LCPP Sources Sought
ID: W15QKN-25-R-1546Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

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

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/6e05488a31814e3da88998192fe745f7/view
Timeline
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    Posted Mar 5, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
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    Updated Apr 1, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
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    Due Apr 11, 2025, 9:00 PM UTC
Description

The Department of Defense, specifically the U.S. Army Contracting Command in New Jersey, is seeking sources for the Life Cycle Pilot Process (LCPP) to address technology gaps in the Industrial Base related to Government Owned, Contractor Operated (GOCO) modernization goals. The initiative aims to enhance manufacturing processes for ammunition, focusing on improving producibility, cost refinement, and supply chain risk mitigation, with particular emphasis on Load, Assembly & Pack (L/A/P) mortars and artillery, as well as novel manufacturing technologies for energetics. Interested companies are encouraged to submit their capabilities and qualifications, including experience in the production of chemical products and large-scale manufacturing operations, by emailing MAJ Yili Chen and Wilson Au no later than 30 days from the notice date. This sources sought notice is for planning purposes only and does not constitute a request for proposal or guarantee of contract award.

Point(s) of Contact
MAJ Yili Chen
yili.d.chen.mil@army.mil
Wilson Au
wilson.w.au.civ@army.mil
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