Ammunition And Nuclear Ordnance Boxes, Packages And Special Containers

PSC Category 8140 encompasses Ammunition And Nuclear Ordnance Boxes, Packages And Special Containers, which primarily involves manufacturing specialized containers, packaging systems, and storage solutions for military ammunition, explosives, and sensitive equipment. These products include metal and fiber containers, shipping and storage boxes, barrier bags, cushioning materials, and protective packaging designed to meet stringent military specifications and safety standards. The containers are engineered to protect, transport, and store various types of ammunition, ranging from small arms cartridges to large artillery and mortar rounds.

The federal contract awards demonstrate a robust market for these specialized containers, with values ranging from approximately $2,000 to nearly $3 million. Frequently awarded entities include small businesses like Conco, Inc., Lanzen, Inc., Basic Rubber And Plastics CO., and Sea Box, Inc. The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Aviation emerges as the predominant contracting agency, with secondary involvement from the Army's Joint Munitions Command and Naval Sea Systems Command. Many awards utilize firm-fixed-price contract mechanisms, with performance periods typically spanning 6-18 months. Set-aside designations vary, with some contracts reserved for small businesses, woman-owned businesses, and service-disabled veteran-owned businesses, reflecting a commitment to diverse contractor participation.

Recent federal contract opportunities focus on procuring metal and fiber containers for various military ammunition systems, including 60mm, 81mm, and 120mm mortar cartridges, as well as 105mm artillery rounds. The opportunities predominantly originate from the Army Contracting Command at Rock Island Arsenal and the Naval Surface Warfare Center. Most solicitations seek manufacturers capable of producing specialized containers with precise technical specifications, often requiring first article testing and compliance with military packaging standards. Performance locations are primarily located in the continental United States, with delivery destinations including Army ammunition plants in Arkansas, Tennessee, and Indiana. The opportunities demonstrate a continued government requirement for sophisticated, purpose-built containers to support military logistics and ammunition management.