Draft RFP for Special Ammunition and Weapons Systems and Non-NATO Commercial Ammunition W519TC26R0001
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AI-generated · Mar 09, 2026Procurement of Special Ammunition and Weapon Systems (SAWS) and NATO non-standard ammunition (NSA) will be awarded under multiple firm-fixed-price IDIQ contracts using a Highest Technically Rated Offeror (HTRO) source-selection process. Bidders must evaluate and document their own technical experience through a predetermined questionnaire and self-scoring matrix, and provide evidence of relevant past performance as either a prime contractor or a subcontractor, including concrete examples. The HTRO approach prioritizes technical capability to identify the most qualified prime contractors, who will then compete for delivery orders under fair opportunity procedures.
Draft HTRO materials, including the HTRO self-scoring matrix and an HTRO overview video, are being released to collect industry feedback prior to finalizing the RFP. The government notes the draft is not binding and may change. An industry day is planned to discuss the SAWS program, and questions or comments are solicited through designated submission forms by specified deadlines.
Notice This is a Draft Request for Proposal (RFP). The purpose of this document is to provide industry with a general understanding of the requirements of this acquisition and to obtain industry feedback on its content prior to release of the formal RFP. The United States Government (USG) is not utilizing this document to negotiate or solicit proposals, and the issuance of this Draft RFP does not bind the Government in any way. Portions of this Draft RFP are subject to change. Please note the terms RFP and solicitation will be used interchangeably throughout this document. Unless specified, the number of days for all submissions required by the resulting contract shall be calendar days. General Information The Army Contracting Command Rock Island (ACC-RI) and the U.S. Army, Product Lead Special Ammunition and Weapon Systems (PdL SAWS) herein issues draft Solicitation W519TC-26-R-0001. This is for the procurement of Special Ammunition and Weapon Systems (SAWS) and NATO non-standard ammunition (NSA). This is in support of the Department of War (DoW), other United States Government (USG) Agencies, foreign Governments, and international organizations. SAWS: Ammunition and mortar weapons systems not safety tested or type classified for U.S. Army use. These are mainly for non-U.S. weapon systems and are often produced by Former Soviet Union (FSU) or Eastern Bloc countries. NAICS Code: 332993 - Small Arms, Ordnance, and Ordnance Accessories Manufacturing. Contract and Award Details Contract Type: The USG anticipates making multiple-award, Firm-Fixed Price (FFP) Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contracts. Source Selection: A Highest Technically Rated Offeror (HTRO) source selection approach will be utilized. This is referenced in the DOD Source Selection Guide (para 1.3.1.5) and will be conducted in accordance with FAR Part 15.101-1, DoD Source Selection Procedures, and the Army Source Selection Supplement. Technical Experience Evaluation: Offeror(s) are required to evaluate their own technical experience using a predetermined questionnaire and self-scoring matrix. Offeror(s) must also submit documentation detailing relevant past technical experience as either a prime contractor or a sub-contractor, along with examples of this experience. Draft HTRO Self-Scoring Matrix The USG is implementing a streamlined and objective process called the Highest Technically Rated Offeror (HTRO). This method prioritizes technical capability to ensure the USG partners with the most capable Prime Contractors. The HTRO process is the source selection methodology the USG will use to establish multiple Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contracts. The HTRO process will identify the most qualified Prime Contractors for base contract awards, who will then compete on individual delivery orders in accordance with fair opportunity procedures in FAR 16.505. Reference the attached video Attachment 0009 - SAWS HTRO Overview, explaining the HTRO method and how it will allow the USG to get proven capabilities quickly, and for Offerors to get a clear, fair, and efficient path to a contract. Posted is a draft Attachment 0008 - Highest Technically Rated Offeror (HTRO) Self-Scoring Matrix, in support of the requirement for Special Ammunition and Weapons Systems (SAWS), W519TC-25-R-0001. The purpose of providing the draft HTRO Matrix is to obtain any industry comments, feedback or questions prior to releasing the Final SAWS RFP W519TC-25-R-0001. The USG is not utilizing any of the materials being released to negotiate or solicit proposals, and the issuance of these documents does not serve to bind the USG in any way. The information provided is subject to change. The USG is seeking industry feedback on the attached draft to ensure its effectiveness. Please identify which elements are too difficult to achieve, might be too simple, and/or ways to improve the matrix. The USG welcomes any questions. This is the first draft, and the USG intends to have multiple drafts of this RFP prior to release of the final solicitation. The following draft attachments are being released with this post: Attachment 0008 - Draft HTRO SELF-SCORING MATRIX, dated March 3, 2026 Attachment 0009 - SAWS HTRO OVERVIEW VIDEO Industry Day/ Questions The USG encourages review of this draft RFP for the future SAWS acquisition and participation in our SAWS Industry Day on March 24-25, 2026. Registration is still open and must be submitted no later than 4PM Central Time on March 13, 2026 at using the following link: https://forms.osi.apps.mil/r/pLydzQVqh3 Questions, comments, and feedback regarding the materials provided herein are due no later than 3PM Central Time on March 18, 2026 using the following link: https://forms.osi.apps.mil/r/pyTLHnsisF Contact Information This RFP should not be discussed with any USG representative with the exception the following Contracting POC s: Logan E. Frye, Contract Specialist, ACC-RI: logan.e.frye.civ@army.mil Lana R. Graw, Contracting Officer, ACC-RI: lana.r.graw.civ@army.mil
From Solicitation posted on Mar 03, 2026The Army Contracting Command - Rock Island Arsenal is issuing this sources sought notice for the construction project to seal an approximately 380ft deep, disused water well. The Contractor is required to employ the necessary equipment, instruments, and materials to accomplish the task of sealing this old well in accordance with Illinois Administrative Code Title 77 Chapter I Section 920.120. The Contractor shall complete the necessary reporting to the County of Rock Island Public Health Department including paying fees. This project is located on the Rock Island Arsenal, Rock Island, IL. This project shall be a working day contract. The contractor is allowed 90 working days to complete the project. See attached Statement of Work dated March 18, 2026. Interested sources should provide responses no later than 3:00PM Central Time on April 20, 2026. Responses should include the following information: Details of previous, in-scope projects, including dates and the organizations for which the work was performed. CAGE code. Small business designation. Business size status. Please provide a capability statement to Hila Anderson, hila.r.anderson.civ@army.mil. This is a SOURCES SOUGHT NOTICE only and shall not be construed as a solicitation or as an obligation on the part of the Government. This notice does not obligate the Government to award a contract or otherwise pay for the information provided in the response. The Government will not reimburse expenses incurred to interested parties for responses to this announcement. The Government will not accept requests for meetings or briefings. No phone solicitations or email with regards to the status of the Request for Proposal (RFP) will be accepted prior to the solicitation release. However, information obtained as a result of this announcement may be reflected in subsequent solicitation, this announcement is Government market research and may result in revisions to both its requirements and its acquisition strategy based on industry responses.
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Sources Sought LATEST Posted Apr 09, 2026View changes (5)
- Title: Draft RFP for Special Ammunition and Weapons Systems and Non-NATO Commercial Ammunition → Repair Deep Well 051 for Closure
- Description: Description was updated
- Notice Type: Solicitation → Sources Sought
- Response Deadline: Mar 18, 2026 → Apr 20, 2026
- NAICS Codes: 332993 → 237110
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