Ammo Loader
ID: W15QKN25X17Q7Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

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

NAICS

Small Arms Ammunition Manufacturing (332992)

PSC

AMMUNITION, THROUGH 30MM (1305)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/28838fa672c44007ac2414304ea76f5b/view
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, specifically the U.S. Army Contracting Command New Jersey, is conducting market research to identify vendors capable of manufacturing and producing a new Ammo-load Mark L Ammunition Loader or an equivalent model. The procurement aims to secure one unit that meets stringent technical performance requirements, including the ability to load approximately 60 cartridges per minute and perform various functions such as sizing, primer checking, and bullet seating, all while adhering to safety and human factors engineering standards. This equipment is crucial for the efficient and safe loading of ammunition, supporting military operations. Interested vendors are encouraged to submit a capabilities statement by June 30, 2025, and should contact Gloria Thoguluva at gloria.thoguluva.civ@army.mil or Dennis Peasley at dennis.w.peasley2.civ@army.mil for further information.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Gloria Thoguluva
    (520) 669-8575
    gloria.thoguluva.civ@army.mil
    Dennis Peasley
    dennis.w.peasley2.civ@army.mil
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    The U.S. Army Contracting Command New Jersey is conducting market research for the procurement of a new Ammo-load Mark L Ammunition Loader or equivalent. This sources sought notice aims to identify vendors capable of providing one unit that meets specific technical and performance specifications within 10 months of contract award. Key requirements include the ability to load approximately 60 cartridges per minute and various functionalities such as sizing, primer checking, powder dispensing, and bullet seating. Additionally, the loader must comply with safety standards, be UL certified, and adhere to human factors engineering guidelines. Interested vendors are encouraged to submit a capabilities statement detailing their qualifications and relevant experience. It is important to note that this announcement is purely informational and does not constitute a request for proposal (RFP). Respondents are advised to monitor the Government-wide Point of Entry (GPE) for formal solicitations and ensure proper registration in the System for Award Management (SAM) portal. The submission deadline for responses is June 30, 2025.
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