Gymnasticator Modernization

The Department of the Army Materiel Command Contracting Command Rock Island Arsenal is soliciting qualified contractors to upgrade and modernize the control systems of two MG3000 Mechanical Gymnasticators at the Rock Island Arsenal-Joint Manufacturing & Technology Center (RIA-JMTC) in Rock Island, Illinois. The primary objective is to equip these gymnasticators with real-time test data capabilities, positional results reporting, and pass/fail outcome delivery to support multiple weapons systems including the M1A1, M178/M182, M119, M119A3, M109, and M35. The scope of work requires contractors to provide all necessary resources, including installation labor, materials, on-site personnel training, and comprehensive reference documentation. Key contract requirements include installing modernized control systems featuring CompactLogix PLC, PanelView Plus Operator Interface, and National Instruments CompactRIO technologies, maintaining minimum pull force specifications of 36,000 lbs and minimum recoil compression of 36 inches, and providing eight hours of on-site training to RIA-JMTC personnel. The solicitation deadline has been extended to January 26, 2026, at noon CST, providing offerors adequate time to prepare comprehensive proposals that address technical specifications and delivery timelines.

This solicitation is designated as a Total Small Business set-aside with an estimated award value of $25,500,000 on a Firm-Fixed-Price basis. The contract performance period extends from February 23, 2026, through February 22, 2027, with a required delivery deadline of November 7, 2025. Contractors must possess engineering services expertise classified under NAICS 541330 and demonstrate capability in maintenance, repair, and rebuild of equipment. All work will be performed at the Rock Island Arsenal facility in Rock Island, Illinois, and contractors must comply with arsenal access requirements and provide a minimum one-year parts and labor warranty upon completion. Documentation requirements include detailed Contract Data Requirements List submissions, installation and preparation documentation, maintenance and operator manuals, and environmental compliance data, with most submissions due 30-60 calendar days before or at equipment delivery.