Multi-Domain Artillery Cannon (MDAC) RFI
Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW6J1 RCCTO BELVOIRFORT BELVOIR, VA, 22060-5806, USA

NAICS

Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology) (541715)

PSC

NATIONAL DEFENSE R&D SERVICES; DEFENSE-RELATED ACTIVITIES; EXPERIMENTAL DEVELOPMENT (AC33)

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https://sam.gov/opp/f3d0fe188eaf4ecdae2202f295525180/view
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    Special Notice DEPT OF DEFENSE DEPT OF THE ARMY is seeking information on potential sources for the prototyping of a Multi-Domain Artillery Cannon (MDAC) prototype. The MDAC prototype consists of a wheeled self-propelled 155 mm weapon system and HVP-compatible propelling charge solution. The prototype must be delivered by Q4FY27, followed by an Operational Demonstration (OD) in FY28. The prototype will then be delivered to soldiers as a residual combat capability. The assumption for contract award is 3QFY25. For further details, refer to the attached Request for Information (RFI).

    Point(s) of Contact
    Joshua E. Flinn
    joshua.e.flinn.civ@army.mil
    Sydney Horn
    sydney.m.horn.civ@army.mil
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    RFI MDAC_final 20240708.pdf
    The Army Rapid Capabilities and Critical Technologies Office (RCCTO) is seeking information from potential sources to support the prototyping of a Multi-Domain Artillery Cannon (MDAC) prototype, which consists of a wheeled self-propelled 155 mm weapon system and an HVP-compatible propelling charge solution. The goal is to develop an air defense system that reduces munition costs and enhances expeditionary utility by integrating into a wheeled platform and firing Hypervelocity projectiles (HVPs). The prototype is expected to be delivered to soldiers as a residual combat capability after an Operational Demonstration in FY28.
    RFI MDAC Rev1_20240719.pdf
    The Army Rapid Capabilities and Critical Technologies Office (RCCTO) is seeking information on potential sources to support prototyping a Multi-Domain Artillery Cannon (MDAC) prototype consisting of a wheeled self-propelled 155 mm weapon system and HVP-compatible propelling charge solution. The MDAC prototype is expected to have battery-level deliveries by Q4FY27 followed by an Operational Demonstration (OD) in FY28. The contractor will be required to develop and deliver MDAC weapon system prototypes and propelling charge solutions that are compatible with HVP and the MDAC prototypes.
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