Solicitation_Firing Mechanism
The United States Army Contracting Command - Detroit Arsenal is soliciting proposals for the procurement of Firing Mechanisms (National Stock Number 1010-01-679-5089, Part Number 12901960) for the M224 60MM lightweight mortar system. This is a firm fixed-price, one-time buy contract with a 100% option for a total potential quantity of 498 units (249 base + 249 option). The solicitation requires contractors to comply with extensive technical specifications including First Article Testing requirements, phosphate coating procedures, radioactive wipe testing for tritium and nickel-63 components, configuration management documentation, and adherence to MIL-STD standards and DFARS clauses. The Technical Data Package is export-controlled (Distribution D) and requires requesters to obtain U.S./Canada Joint Certification Program (JCP) certification with DD Form 2345 to access via SAM.gov. Evaluation will be based primarily on price (significantly more important) and proposed delivery schedule, with base contract delivery required within 300 calendar days of award or 150 days if First Article Testing is waived. The current proposal due date is May 12, 2026, at 3:30 PM Eastern Time, following multiple amendments that extended the original April 6, 2026, deadline.
This solicitation is designated as a 100% Total Small Business Set-Aside under FAR Part 15, restricting competition to qualified small business concerns. No incumbent contractor or current award value is identified in the solicitation documents. The contract involves a total potential procurement of 498 firing mechanism units, with three units designated for First Article Testing and submission of the test report required within 90 calendar days of contract award. Contractors must submit proposals electronically via email to Contract Specialist Kaley H. Weeden at kaley.h.weeden.civ@army.mil and are required to acknowledge receipt of all four amendments issued between April 2 and April 17, 2026. Award is anticipated by June 3, 2026, and all work is to be performed in the United States. Contractors proposing alternative delivery schedules may do so provided delivery dates are equal to or sooner than the Government's required timeline.
W912CH-25-R-0139 Department of the Army
3/5/26, 2:38 PM Firing Mechanism
The Department of the Army is procuring a Firing Mechanism (NSN: 1010-01-679-5089, P/N: 12901960) through a full and open competition solicitation. This is a one-time buy with a 100% option under a Firm-Fixed Price contract structure. Interested contractors must be certified under the United States/Canada Joint Certification Program (JCP) to access the export-controlled Technical Data Package (TDP), which will be available upon solicitation release. The solicitation is expected to be posted within 2 to 4 weeks of the Pre-Solicitation Notice publication date (April 29, 2025), and all proposals must be submitted by February 23, 2026. Contractors should note that amendments will be issued electronically, and it is the responsibility of interested parties to monitor the designated internet address for any amendments, as failure to respond to amendments may result in proposal rejection.
This procurement utilizes no set-aside designations and falls under NAICS Category 332994 (Small Arms, Ordnance, and Ordnance Accessories Manufacturing) and PSC Category 1010 (Guns, Over 30mm Up To 75mm). No incumbent contractor or current contract holder is identified in this pre-solicitation notice, and no specific award value or budget range is disclosed at this stage. All potential contractors must maintain active registration in the System for Award Management (SAM) to be eligible for contract award. Interested parties are encouraged to contact their regional Procurement Technical Assistance Center (PTAC) for technical guidance on doing business with the government and conducting electronic submissions.
W912CH-25-R-0139 Department of the Army
4/29/25, 2:47 PM Firing Mechanism
The Department of the Army's Army Contracting Command - Detroit Arsenal is conducting market research for a Firing Mechanism (NSN 1010-01-679-5089) with first article testing requirements. The market research survey seeks to identify potential manufacturers capable of producing this specialized ordnance component within the Small Arms, Ordnance, and Ordnance Accessories Manufacturing sector. Interested vendors must submit detailed responses by April 24, 2025, at 5:00 PM EST directly to MaKenzie Bailey via email, providing comprehensive information about their manufacturing capabilities. The government is specifically requesting information on production lead times, monthly production rates, current pricing, quality management systems, commercial availability, and prior experience with similar government contracts. Vendors must also possess a current DD 2345 Military Critical Technical Data Agreement with the Defense Logistics Information Service to access technical data. The evaluation will focus on manufacturers' ability to meet technical specifications and production requirements for this critical defense component.
The pre-solicitation notice does not indicate a specific set-aside designation, meaning businesses from various categories including 8(a), HUBZone, women-owned, service-disabled veteran-owned, and large businesses are eligible to participate. While no specific award value or budget range is disclosed, the market research suggests the government is exploring multiple potential manufacturing sources for the firing mechanism. The notice emphasizes that this is a market research effort only, and the government is not obligated to issue a solicitation or award a contract as a result of this notice. The targeted NAICS code 332994 indicates a focus on manufacturers specializing in small arms and ordnance accessories, with the procurement aligned with Product Service Code 1010 for guns over 30mm up to 75mm. Potential vendors should carefully review the sources sought questionnaire and be prepared to demonstrate comprehensive manufacturing capabilities and technical compliance with military specifications.
W912CH25R0139 Department of the Army
4/9/25, 1:38 PM