Chute, Ammunition
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 Army Contracting Command-Detroit Arsenal (ACC-DTA) is conducting a Sources Sought market survey to identify qualified contractors for the production of the Chute, Ammunition, End Item AH-64D/E Apache. The item's NSN is 1005-01-325-3394, P/N 7-317236286-11. The government does not possess a complete technical data package for this item. Responses are due by June 18, 2026, at 3:30 P.M. EST.
Scope of Work
This market survey aims to gather information on industry capabilities and interest for manufacturing the Chute, Ammunition. This item is a military-unique component for the AH64 Armament Subsystem 30mm XM139.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Survey
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Response Due: June 18, 2026, 3:30 P.M. EST
- Published: June 3, 2026
Key Information Requested from Vendors
ACC-DTA is seeking detailed information on vendor capabilities, including:
- Vendor Profile: Company name, address, CAGE code, POC, website, and business type (specifically for NAICS 332994).
- Small Business Status: Confirmation of small business classifications (e.g., 8(a), HUBZone, Women-owned) and adherence to the Nonmanufacturer Rule.
- DD2345 Status: Possession of a current DD2345, Military Critical Technical Data Agreement.
- Manufacturing Experience: Past experience, current capability, and production location for the Chute, Ammunition.
- Production Details: Experience with Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), production lead time, minimum unit quantity requirements, and how order quantity impacts capacity.
- Pricing: Current price per unit, including or excluding lot testing costs.
- Quality Management: Description of the firm's quality management system and any certifications.
- Proprietary Information: Instructions for marking and submitting confidential or trade secret information, including a release statement for Army personnel.
Submission Instructions
- Deadline: Responses must be received no later than June 18, 2026, at 3:30 P.M. EST.
- Method: E-mail to Steven Klemmer (steven.m.klemmer.civ@army.mil), with a CC to Michael Shammami (michael.s.shammami.civ@army.mil).
- Subject Line: "Chute, Ammunition, Survey Response".
- Attachments: Relevant sales media and product manuals may be included. Clearly mark all proprietary information.
Important Notes
This is for planning purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation or commitment by the Government. No telephone responses will be accepted, and costs associated with preparing a response will not be reimbursed. Marking data as "CONFIDENTIAL" may limit consideration if support contractors are involved.