M1A1 Abrams Tank Turret Armor Installation - Redacted J&A
ID: W56HZV-23-C-0003Type: Justification
AwardedOct 26, 2022
Award #:W56HZV-23-C-0003
Overview

Buyer

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

PSC

COMBAT, ASSAULT, AND TACTICAL VEHICLES, TRACKED (2350)

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https://sam.gov/opp/a2b048e2584246b4a128f4319cf224b0/view
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, through the U.S. Army Contracting Command – Detroit Arsenal, intends to award a sole-source contract to General Dynamics Land Systems (GDLS) for the removal of existing armor and installation of Foreign Military Sales (FMS) armor on 116 M1A1 Abrams tank turrets designated for Poland. This procurement is justified under FAR 6.302-1, citing GDLS as the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) with the unique expertise and secure facilities necessary for this specialized work, as market research indicated no other capable sources. The contract, valued at approximately $24,841,028.25, includes an initial delivery of 28 turrets by the end of fiscal year 2022, with an option for an additional 88 turrets in early fiscal year 2023, emphasizing the urgency of providing Poland with combat-ready vehicles. For further inquiries, interested parties may contact Thomas Monette at thomas.j.monette6.civ@army.mil or by phone at 571-588-9189.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Thomas Monette
    (571) 588-9189
    thomas.j.monette6.civ@army.mil
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    JA Poland 116 Turrets 20220915_001v3CMOReviewed_Redaction.pdf
    The U.S. Army Contracting Command – Detroit Arsenal (ACC-DTA) plans to award a sole-source, firm-fixed-price contract to General Dynamics Land Systems (GDLS) for removing existing armor and installing Foreign Military Sales (FMS) armor on 116 M1A1 Abrams tank turrets for Poland. This decision, justified under FAR 6.302-1 as only one responsible source, cites GDLS as the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) with unique expertise, secure facilities, and production capabilities. Market research found no other capable sources. The contract, estimated at $24,841,028.25, includes an initial 28 turrets by FYE 2022 and an option for 88 in early FY 2023. A delay of 64 months would occur if another contractor were used, which is unacceptable for providing Poland with combat-ready vehicles. GDLS is the only viable source with the necessary knowledge, secure facilities, and experience.
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