81MM Mortar High Explosive Projectile
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 Department of the Navy / Marine Corps Systems Command (MCSC) has issued a Request for Information (RFI) to identify potential sources capable of providing 81mm Mortar High Explosive (HE) projectiles. This RFI is for information and planning purposes only and does not constitute a Request for Proposal. Responses are due May 7, 2026, by 12:00 p.m. EDT.
Scope of Work
MCSC seeks to understand industry's capability to manufacture and supply 81mm Mortar HE projectiles. This includes assessing current production status, capacity, and experience with similar products to support future requirements.
Requested Information
Respondents must submit a Capability Statement (maximum 10 pages) detailing:
- Contact Information: Company name, address, Point of Contact (POC), email, CAGE code, Unique Entity Identifier (UEI), and website.
- Business Type: Categorization based on NAICS code 332994 (Mortars Manufacturing).
- Production Experience: Details of providing similar products in the past five years, including contract numbers, dollar value, POC, prime/subcontractor role, and scope similarity.
- Production Capability: Current production status of 81mm HE projectiles and annual capacity.
- Ammunition Data (if selected for industry discussions): Components, DODIC/Lot Number, ADC/similar document, manufacturing details, standards/specifications, testing, quantity fired, customer experience with defects/malfunctions, U.S. weapon firing history, storage history, and chain of custody.
- Bailment Agreement: Willingness to enter into an agreement for technical evaluation and live fire testing.
Submission Requirements
- Format: White paper in Microsoft Word or Office compatible format.
- Page Limit: 10 pages.
- Submission Method: Email only to Contract Specialist Anthony Fennell (anthony.fennell@usmc.mil).
- Proprietary Information: Must be minimized and clearly marked.
Key Dates
- Published Date: April 7, 2026
- Questions Due: April 27, 2026, 12:00 p.m. EDT
- Responses Due: May 7, 2026, 12:00 p.m. EDT
Additional Notes
This RFI is for market research; the U.S. Government will not pay for response costs. Not responding does not preclude future participation. MCSC may conduct industry discussions for clarification. Any future solicitation will be released on Sam.gov.