Firing Mechanism
ID: W912CH25R0139Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

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

NAICS

Small Arms, Ordnance, and Ordnance Accessories Manufacturing (332994)

PSC

GUNS, OVER 30MM UP TO 75MM (1010)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/599119b2fab24fa3a8fe1e0c7c6c2216/view
Timeline
  1. 1
    Posted Apr 9, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  2. 2
    Updated Apr 9, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  3. 3
    Due Apr 24, 2025, 9:00 PM UTC
Description

The Department of Defense, specifically the Army Contracting Command - Detroit Arsenal (ACC-DTA), is seeking information from businesses regarding their capabilities to produce a Firing Mechanism (NSN 1010-01-679-5089). This Sources Sought Notice aims to gather insights to assist in the planning of a potential future contract, focusing on the manufacturing capabilities, production capacity, lead times, pricing, and quality management systems of interested vendors. The Firing Mechanism is critical for defense applications, and the information collected will help inform the government's procurement strategy while ensuring the protection of proprietary data. Responses to the notice are voluntary and must be submitted by April 24, 2025; interested parties can reach out to MaKenzie Bailey at makenzie.d.bailey.civ@army.mil or Mark Hilson at mark.d.hilson.civ@army.mil for further details.

Point(s) of Contact
MaKenzie Bailey
makenzie.d.bailey.civ@army.mil
Mark Hilson
mark.d.hilson.civ@army.mil
Files
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Sources Sought Questionnaire _ Firing Mechanism.docx
Apr 9, 2025, 6:07 PM UTC
The Army Contracting Command - Detroit Arsenal (ACC-DTA) has issued a Sources Sought Notice to gather information on the interest and capabilities of businesses for producing a Firing Mechanism (NSN 1010-01-679-5089). The purpose of this notice is to assist ACC-DTA in planning its acquisition strategy for a potential future contract. Participation is voluntary and responses are due by April 24, 2025. The notice includes instructions for completing the survey, emphasizing the need to mark confidential information clearly, as well as requirements for potential vendors to provide detailed information about their company, qualifications, manufacturing capabilities, and experience with First Article Testing (FAT). Respondents are asked to provide insights into their production capacity, lead times, pricing, quality management systems, and more. The solicitation does not guarantee a contract will be awarded; rather, it seeks to inform the government’s procurement strategy while protecting proprietary and confidential data. This notice exemplifies a methodical approach to market research to enhance contracting efforts within the defense sector.
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