155MM Metal Parts Market Survey
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The U.S. Army Contracting Command-New Jersey (ACC-NJ), on behalf of Project Manager Combat Ammunition Systems (PM CAS), is conducting a market survey to identify qualified sources within the National Technology and Industrial Base (NTIB) capable of manufacturing and delivering 155mm Artillery Metal Part Assemblies. This is for informational and planning purposes only and shall NOT be construed as a Request for Proposal (RFP); no contract will be awarded from this announcement. Responses are due by April 15, 2026.
Scope of Requirement
The market survey seeks manufacturers for four specific 155mm projectile metal parts:
- M825A1 Artillery Projectile Body (approx. 36,000 over 5 years, 500/month minimum)
- M116A1 Artillery Projectile Body (approx. 12,000 over 5 years, 500/month minimum)
- M795 Projectile Metal Part Assembly (5,000/month minimum)
- M1128 Projectile Metal Part Assembly (5,000/month minimum)
The requirement covers anticipated Fiscal Year (FY) 2028-2032 needs, with deliveries starting in FY2029. Manufacturers should demonstrate capabilities in forging, welding, heat treatment, non-destructive testing, and protective coatings. Contractor Furnished Material (CFM) includes Universal Lifting Plugs and Wood Pallets for some items.
Response Requirements
Interested sources must be registered in SAM.gov and submit a response not exceeding 15 pages. Submissions should include:
- Company contact information, business size, UEI, and CAGE Code.
- Summary of capabilities, including parent organizations, potential partnering, and manufacturing processes.
- Past manufacturing experience with 155mm artillery metal parts or similar scope within the last 10 years.
- Description of facilities, equipment, inspection capabilities, personnel, and Quality Management System certifications.
- Existing and projected production capacity, lead times, and ability to meet specified monthly production rates for each projectile type.
- Indication of whether a commercially available or modifiable product meets the Government's needs.
Technical Data Package (TDP)
TDPs for all listed metal parts are available upon request for informational purposes. Access is restricted to Department of War (DoW) and U.S. DoW contractors (Distribution D). Foreign sources require PM CAS approval. To obtain a TDP, interested parties must submit a signed DD Form 2345 (Militarily Critical Technical Data Agreement), AMSTA-AR Form 1350 (Technical Data Request Questionnaire), and a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA). The NDA strictly limits data use to responding to this notice, prohibits third-party disclosure, and requires destruction of all data after use.
Key Dates & Contacts
- Response Due: April 15, 2026, by 21:00 ET.
- Published: March 19, 2026.
- Point of Contact: Mr. Christopher Bartow, ACC-NJ, at christopher.j.bartow.civ@army.mil. All inquiries must be via email.