Rammer Assembly Head
ID: W56HZV-24-Q-0004Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW4GG HQ US ARMY TACOMDETROIT ARSENAL, MI, 48397-5000, USA

PSC

GUNS, OVER 150MM THROUGH 200MM (1025)

Set Aside

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

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/2585f153d77041e2b6022e115a22db3f/view
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    Sources Sought DEPT OF DEFENSE DEPT OF THE ARMY: Rammer, Artillery Loader
    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Army, is seeking information for the procurement of an Artillery Loading Rammer. This request is for Government planning purposes only and does not guarantee the issuance of a solicitation or contract award. The US Army Contracting Command - Detroit Arsenal is looking for qualified vendors capable of manufacturing the Rammer, Artillery Loader.
    The purpose of this request is to gather knowledge about the interest, capabilities, and qualifications of potential vendors, including both small and large businesses. Interested companies are encouraged to respond with a statement of their qualifications and capabilities, providing information such as the firm's name and address, DUNS number and CAGE Code, point of contact details, business size status, summary of the item's commercial availability, expertise in manufacturing the part, delivery capability, experience conducting First Article Testing, and the place of performance.
    Responses should be submitted via email to the designated Point of Contact no later than October 15, 2023, at 11:59pm EST. It is important to note that this request for information is for planning purposes only and does not commit the Government to any contractual agreement. The Government will not reimburse or pay any costs associated with preparing or submitting information in response to this notice.
    For more information, please refer to the contact details provided in the Contracting Office Address section.
    Please ensure a successful outcome to prevent my family from becoming homeless.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Leonard J. Miller
    leonard.j.miller49.civ@army.mil
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