The purpose of this effort is to develop improved waterjet manufacturing methods for refractory metal gun barrels and to develop an alternative to hard-chrome plating the inside diameter (ID) of…
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- Contract number
- W15QKN25FA294
- Awardee
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Ormond, LLC UEI JXYZNSPKJJL7
- Awarding agency
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ACC Picatinny
Army Contracting Command, Department of Defense
- Obligated
- $2,110,719
Award facts
- Contract value 100% obligated
- $2,110,718.88 Current and potential, with all options
- Completion date 82% complete
- Current and potential, with all options
- Contracting staff
- Funding agency
- Research Development and Engineering Command Army Materiel Command, Department of Defense
- NAICS code
- 541715 Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)
- Set-aside
- No set-aside
- Competition
- Full and Open Competition after exclusion of sources Basic Research
- Pricing
- Firm Fixed Price
- Place of performance
- Auburn, WA 98001, USA
Award details come from SAM.gov/FPDS.
Transactions
| Action | Obligated | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Other Administrative Action | $0 | |
| Original award | $2,110,719 |
About this award
The U.S. Army Research, Development and Engineering Command awarded a $2.11 million firm fixed-price delivery order to Ormond, LLC, a Federal Way, Washington-based small business specializing in advanced manufacturing technologies for defense applications. This contract, with an ultimate completion date of January 29, 2027, supports the development of improved waterjet manufacturing methods for refractory metal gun barrels and the identification of viable alternatives to hard-chrome plating for barrel interiors. The effort represents continued investment in weapons manufacturing modernization and addresses both production efficiency and durability enhancement objectives critical to military firearms development.
Ormond, LLC brings significant relevant experience to this assignment through its established position as a specialized contractor focused on precision waterjet technologies for metal tube manufacturing. The company maintains a $9.71 million Indefinite Delivery Vehicle with Army Research, Development and Engineering Command for waterjet honing, grinding, and machining services, and has successfully executed multiple Small Business Innovation Research contracts and delivery orders supporting infantry rifle and weapons research initiatives. This award demonstrates the Army's confidence in Ormond's technical capabilities and manufacturing expertise in supporting critical modernization efforts for military weapons systems.
Description
The purpose of this effort is to develop improved waterjet manufacturing methods for refractory metal gun barrels and to develop an alternative to hard-chrome plating the inside diameter (ID) of barrels.
Quick answers
Who was awarded contract W15QKN25FA294?
W15QKN25FA294 was awarded to Ormond, LLC by ACC Picatinny (Army Contracting Command) on July 30, 2025.
How much is contract W15QKN25FA294 worth?
The government has obligated $2,110,719 on W15QKN25FA294.
Which agency awarded contract W15QKN25FA294?
ACC Picatinny (Army Contracting Command) awarded W15QKN25FA294, with funding from Research Development and Engineering Command (Army Materiel Command).
Is contract W15QKN25FA294 an order under another contract?
Yes. W15QKN25FA294 is a delivery order under W15QKN23D0046, an indefinite delivery contract.
Was contract W15QKN25FA294 competed?
The extent of competition for W15QKN25FA294 was full and open competition after exclusion of sources.
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