Solicitation for Second Source Supplier to Produce 5.56mm, 7.62mm, and Caliber .50 Ammunition
Solicitation from DEPT OF THE ARMY • DEPT OF DEFENSE. Place of performance: {}. Response deadline: Feb 17, 2026. Industry: NAICS 332992 • PSC 1305.
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The Department of the Army is soliciting proposals for a second source supplier to produce 5.56mm, 7.62mm, and Caliber .50 ammunition under solicitation number W519TC-25-R-0034. The posted date for this opportunity is January 16, 2026, with a response deadline set for February 17, 2026. Interested bidders should prepare to meet unspecified requirements detailed in additional resources linked in the announcement.
The buyer aims to identify a reliable second source supplier to enhance production capabilities for key ammunition types (5.56mm, 7.62mm, .50 caliber) needed by the Army.
- Completed proposal response form
- Evidence of past performance in ammunition production
- Technical capabilities statement
- Quality assurance plan
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- Detailed specifications for the ammunition products needed
- Specific performance timelines once awarded
- Clarification on quality control requirements
- Information on expected annual volume of production
- Criteria for evaluating proposals beyond price
- Risk management expectations
- Assessment criteria for potential second source suppliers
- Details on the proposal submission format and requirements
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