57mm Target Practice (TP) Cartridges
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 Naval Surface Warfare Center Indian Head Division (NSWC IHD), Picatinny, New Jersey Detachment, intends to issue a Firm-Fixed Price (FFP), 5-year Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract for 57mm Target Practice (TP) Cartridges. This pre-solicitation synopsis announces an upcoming Full & Open Competition for a single award contract to support FY26-30 requirements. Inquiries regarding this synopsis are due by February 7, 2026.
Scope of Work
This opportunity is for the supply of 57mm Target Practice (TP) cartridges, including all necessary components, Load Assemble and Pack (LAP) services, and acceptance testing. The 57mm TP cartridge is designed for target practice, training, and ship qualification testing. Each fixed cartridge will consist of a fully inert projectile, a brass cartridge case loaded with propellant, and a primer.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Firm-Fixed Price (FFP), 5-year Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ)
- Award Type: Single Award
- Competition: Full & Open Competition with pre-established stepladder pricing
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Anticipated Requirements: FY26-30
- Synopsis Inquiry Deadline: February 7, 2026, 21:00 UTC
- Synopsis Published: January 23, 2026
Additional Notes
This notice is a pre-solicitation synopsis in accordance with FAR 5.204 and is not a Request for Proposal (RFP) or Request for Quote (RFQ). It does not constitute a commitment by the Government. Delivery Orders will be issued as needed. Interested parties may submit inquiries to the Contract Specialist, Michael Anthony, at michael.j.anthony40.civ@us.navy.mil.