Containers per drawing for The Watervliet Arsenal

The Department of the Army Materiel Command Contracting Command Detroit Arsenal has issued a solicitation seeking 16 containers for 155-mm Howitzer M284 cannon tubes, specified under drawing #11580190. The procurement requires first article testing and inspection, with detailed quality assurance provisions mandating precise manufacturing standards and comprehensive documentation. Contractors must prepare and deliver contract data in accordance with the Contract Data Requirements List (DD Form 1423) and provide general data drawings as attachments. The solicitation (W911PT-25Q0047) has a response deadline of March 25, 2025, at 4:00 PM, with specific delivery requirements including first article submission within 60 calendar days after contract award and production quantities to be delivered either 30 days after first article approval or 90 days after contract award. Evaluation will likely focus on technical compliance, manufacturing capabilities, and ability to meet stringent military container specifications.

The contract is set aside exclusively for small businesses and will be performed at the Watervliet Arsenal in New York. While no specific award value is explicitly stated, the procurement involves manufacturing wooden containers with precise technical specifications, including requirements for lumber selection, moisture content, and construction techniques. Contractors must adhere to ASTM D6199 standards for wood quality and follow detailed quality assurance provisions that include 100% inspection for critical characteristics, comprehensive certification processes, and specific protocols for non-destructive testing. The government will conduct first article testing at a cost of $1,200, which will be added to the total offer pricing. Delivery is specified as FOB (Free On Board) destination, with strict requirements for container tagging, strapping, and documentation, and potential contract termination for failure to meet delivery schedules or quality standards.