N0016426SCA007 - Flyweight Assault Machine Gun (FAMG) AOI

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document outlines a solicitation for the Flyweight Assault Machine Gun (FAMG), intended to replace the aging MK46 series of weapons. The FAMG aims to provide operators with a technically superior, lightweight, man-portable, belt-fed weapon chambered in 5.56x45mm, enhancing the ability to shoot, maneuver, and lay down suppressive fire with improved recoil engagement.

Primary Attributes (KPP):

• Maximum weight: <= 11.5 lbs (goal 10 lbs), excluding sights and accessories.
• Maximum length: <= 39 inches (goal 35 inches), with buttstock collapsed.
• Safety selector: Safe/Automatic preferred, or Safe/Automatic/Semi-Automatic acceptable.
• Class I Mean Round Between Stoppages (MRBS): >= 1,400 rounds (goal 2,000+).
• Class I Mean Round Between Essential Function Failure (MRBF): >= 1,800 rounds.
• Class II or III MRBF: >= 15,000 rounds.
• Effective range: >= 500m for area targets.

Secondary Attributes (KSA):

• Single-shot dispersion AES: <= 10 MOA at 100m.
• Burst dispersion AES: <= 11 MOA at 100m.
• Zero stoppages in extreme temperatures (-20°F to +165°F).
• Capable of firing 5.56x45mm DODICS and high pressure ammunition.
• Quick-change barrel (swap in <= 30 seconds).
• MIL-STD 1913 picatinny rail: 15 inches (12 o'clock), 7 inches (6 o'clock).
• M-LOK slots: >= 4 (3 and 9 o'clock positions).
• Compatibility with MAS Optics, clip-on night vision devices, aiming lasers, and fire control systems.
• Developmental Testing: 100,000 mean round receiver life, 15,000 mean round barrel life.
• Recoil impulse: Sufficiently low for effective employment.
• Bipod: Rapidly deployable/stowable, adjustable, stable.
• Includes training conversion kit for 5.56mm training munitions.
• Capable of functioning while pulling 100 linked rounds.
• Ammunition storage mounting point for >= 100 linked rounds.
• Cyclic rate: 400-650 rpm.
• Support for left-hand feeding.
• Clear identification markings (nomenclature, serial number).
• No safety hazard with obstructed bore.
• Side folding, collapsible buttstock.
• 2 position/folding charging handle.
• Capable of integrating into existing pintle and/or swing arm mounts.
• Removable flash hiders/muzzle devices.
• Positive retention of ammunition on feed tray.
• No unintentional bolt release or safety movement during rough handling.

This solicitation is awarded under the Commercial Solutions Opening (CSO) process (N0016425SC0001). It may result in an Other Transaction (OT) agreement for prototype development, with potential for a follow-on production contract without further competitive procedures.

• Phase I: White Papers
  • Due: June 18th, 2026, 12:00 PM EDT.
  • Content: Estimated cost per weapon, estimated prototype delivery timeline, technical risks, images of proposed weapon, and must demonstrate Technical Readiness Level (TRL) of 7.
  • Format: PDF, 5 pages (12-point font) or 15 PowerPoint slides (excluding coversheet, pictures).
• Phase II: Pitch Day
  • Virtual meeting for selected proposers.
  • Duration: <= 30 minutes (including Q&A).
• Phase III: Request for Prototype Proposal (RPP)
  • Process aligns with original CSO N0016425SC0001.
• Evaluation: Technical Merit and Relevance based on meeting primary and secondary attributes.

To enter into a prototype OT agreement, at least one of the following must be satisfied: (A) At least one nontraditional defense contractor or nonprofit research institution participating significantly. (B) All significant participants are small businesses or nontraditional defense contractors. (C) At least one-third of the total prototype project cost is funded by non-Federal sources.

• Questions or clarifications deadline: June 14th, 2026.
• Late submissions will not be considered.
• Vendors are expected to maintain confidentiality of proprietary information.
• Contractors Frontier Technology Inc. (FTI Defense) and IQ SIG are advising the Assessment Team.
• Primary POC for inquiries/submissions: Agreements Specialist, Naval Surface Warfare Center, Crane Division.
• Secondary POC: Agreements Officer, Naval Surface Warfare Center, Crane Division.

Amendment / Modification

This document is Amendment 0007 to the original solicitation N0016425SC001. Its primary purpose is to attach Area of Interest N0016426SCA007.

• Area of Interest N0016426SCA007 is attached.

• Questions are due by June 15th at 1600 EDT.

• Responses (white papers) are due by June 18th at 1400 EDT.

• Vendors are advised to ensure they are viewing the most current version of the posting on SAM.gov.

• The document references a Commercial Solution Opening (CSO) and instructs bidders to read it in full before responding to the Area of Interest.

• Previous amendments (0001-0006) are listed, detailing various changes including the addition of other Areas of Interest and adjustments to submission deadlines for those specific AOIs.