Solicitation - Holder, Ammunition NSN: 1398-01-330-9529
ID: W912CH-25-Q-0102Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW6QK ACC- DTAWARREN, MI, 48397-5000, USA

NAICS

Ammunition (except Small Arms) Manufacturing (332993)

PSC

SPECIALIZED AMMUNITION HANDLING AND SERVICING EQUIPMENT (1398)

Set Aside

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

Original Source

https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/90c7bbfc8fd74ba2b19c02f3789ba186/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Defense, through the Army Contracting Command – Detroit (ACC-DTA), is soliciting proposals for a Firm Fixed Price contract to supply "Holder, Ammunition" (NSN: 1398-01-330-9529) specifically for the M1 Abrams Family of Vehicles. The procurement requires contractors to access and comply with a Technical Data Package (TDP) that includes detailed specifications and drawings necessary for manufacturing the items, with a production quantity of three units and an option for three additional units. Proposals must be submitted by January 20, 2026, and interested parties are advised to contact Haley Bruns at haley.r.bruns.civ@army.mil or 520-692-8433 for further information. All contractors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) to be eligible for this opportunity.

    Files
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    Sources Sought Notice Final W912CH25Q0102.docx
    The Sources Sought Notice issued by the Army Contracting Command – Detroit Arsenal (ACC-DTA) aims to gather information on the capabilities and qualifications of potential vendors for the production of ammunition holders for the M1 Abrams family of vehicles. This market research is intended to inform the government’s acquisition strategy and is directed toward both small and large businesses. A Technical Data Package (TDP) is associated with this procurement, accessible only to contractors with a current DD 2345 certification. Responses to the survey are voluntary, and any confidential information must be clearly marked to protect it from unauthorized disclosure. The notice includes a selection of questions for respondents to provide insight into their company profiles, production capabilities, past contract performance, and other relevant business details. The deadline for responses is May 20, 2025. Overall, this notice indicates the government's effort to identify capable suppliers while ensuring compliance with technical and security standards in defense procurement.
    SPI_ SOW_12916856-1.pdf
    This document outlines special packaging instructions for a Tube Assembly (NSN: 1398-01-330-9529) to ensure military preservation, packing, and marking in accordance with MIL-STD-2073-1 and specific SPI requirements. Key provisions include Level B packing with one item per unit, detailed unitization rules for palletized shipments over 50 cubic feet, and comprehensive marking standards per MIL-STD-129, including bar coding, MSL labels, and Passive RFID tagging where DFARS clause 252.211-7006 applies. All non-manufactured wood packaging materials must be heat-treated to 56 degrees Celsius for 30 minutes and marked in accordance with International Plant Protection Convention standards. The SPI is validated, but prototype packages are required, and minor dimensional changes are acceptable with prior notification. Hazardous materials must comply with specific regulations for various transport modes, and a Product Safety Data Sheet (SDS) is required with every unit pack and intermediate container.
    W912CH25Q0102-0001.pdf
    The document is an amendment to Solicitation W912CH-25-Q-0102, issued by ACC-DTA, for a Firm Fixed Price Supply Contract related to the M1 Abrams Family of Vehicles. The primary purpose of this amendment is to extend the offer due date from December 15, 2025, to December 29, 2025, at 03:00 PM. All other terms and conditions of the original solicitation remain unchanged. Offerors must acknowledge receipt of this amendment to ensure their bids are considered.
    W912CH25Q0102-0002.pdf
    Amendment 0002 to Solicitation W912CH-25-Q-0102 extends the offer due date from December 29, 2025, to January 5, 2026, at 3:00 PM. This amendment, issued by ACC-DTA, pertains to a Firm Fixed Price supply contract for the M1 Abrams Family of Vehicles. All other terms and conditions of the original solicitation remain unchanged. Offerors must acknowledge receipt of this amendment through specified methods, such as signing and returning copies of the amendment, acknowledging it on their offer, or submitting a separate letter or telegram, ensuring receipt by the new due date. The amendment also details administrative information, including the buyer's contact information and the contract type.
    W912CH25Q0102-0003.pdf
    This amendment (Form 30, Amendment/Modification 0003) extends the offer due date for Solicitation W912CH-25-Q-0102 from January 5, 2026, to January 20, 2026, at 3:00 PM. Issued by ACC-DTA, Detroit Arsenal, and administered by Haley Bruns, the amendment pertains to a Firm Fixed Price supply contract for the M1 Abrams Family of Vehicles. All other terms and conditions of the original solicitation remain unchanged. Offerors must acknowledge receipt of this amendment to ensure their bids are considered.
    W912CH25Q0102-0004.pdf
    This document is Amendment 0004 to Solicitation W912CH-25-Q-0102, effective January 7, 2026, issued by ACC-DTA. The amendment adds drawings 12387271_D and 12387355_D to Technical Data Package (TDP) 12916856 for a Firm Fixed Price Supply Contract related to the M1 Abrams Family of Vehicles. All other terms and conditions of the original solicitation remain unchanged. Offerors must acknowledge receipt of this amendment to ensure their offers are considered valid.
    W912CH25Q0102.pdf
    This Request for Quotation (RFQ) W912CH-25-Q-0102 is a total small business set-aside for a Firm Fixed Price Contract to supply "HOLDER,AMMUNITION" (NSN: 1398-01-330-9529) for the M1 Abrams Family of Vehicles. The solicitation includes a production quantity of 3 units and an unexercised option for an additional 3 units, with delivery required within 150 days after contract award. A Technical Data Package (TDP), accessible via SAM.gov, is associated with this procurement and is export-controlled, requiring a current DD 2345 certification for access. Offerors must submit proposals via email by December 15, 2025, to the Contract Specialist, Haley Bruns. Key requirements include adherence to specific packaging (MIL-STD-2073-1 and Special Packaging Instruction 12916856) and marking (MIL-STD-129) standards, ISO 9001:2015 or equivalent quality standards, and compliance with government-conducted production lot testing. Contractors must also complete OPSEC and Threat Awareness Reporting Program (TARP) training and adhere to strict guidelines for handling Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI). All offers must be for the total quantities specified; partial offers will be deemed nonresponsive.
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