Guns, Over 30Mm Up To 75Mm

PSC Category 1010 encompasses guns and weapon systems with calibers ranging from over 30mm to 75mm, focusing primarily on military-grade firearms, grenade launchers, and associated components and accessories. These products include critical weapon system elements such as sights, firing mechanisms, breech components, ammunition handling systems, and specialized gun mount accessories. The category covers both complete weapon systems and intricate sub-components essential for military operational readiness across various defense platforms.

Federal contract awards in this category demonstrate a consistent pattern of procurement by the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Land and Maritime, with contract values ranging from approximately $1,600 to over $6.4 million. Frequently awarded entities include BAE Systems Land & Armaments, Abrams Airborne Manufacturing, Tri-Technologies Inc., and various small business manufacturers. Many awards are not set aside, though some utilize small business, service-disabled veteran-owned, and woman-owned small business designations. Contracts typically have performance periods between six months and three years, with most focusing on delivering specific weapon system components to support military maintenance and logistics operations.

Recent federal contract opportunities in this category include solicitations for specialized weapon system components like grenade launcher sights, weapon control units, and various gun mount accessories. The Naval Sea Systems Command and Army Contracting Command-Detroit Arsenal are prominent agencies issuing these opportunities. Most solicitations are set aside for small businesses, with size standards typically set at 1,000 employees. Opportunities frequently involve export-controlled technical data packages, requiring vendors to have specific certifications like the Joint Certification Program (JCP). Performance locations are predominantly within the United States, with requirements for first article testing and adherence to strict military specifications and standards.