Anti-Personnel Obstacle Breaching System, MN79 & Anti-Personnel Obstacle Breaching System Inert, MN84

Sources Sought Notice

This notice is for informational purposes to conduct market research regarding the Anti-Personnel Obstacle Breaching System (APOBS), both live (MN79) and inert (MN84). The Army Contracting Command – Rock Island (ACC-RI) is identifying potential sources capable of manufacturing and delivering these systems. The results will inform the procurement method, which may include small business set-asides or full and open competition. Multiple awards may be made.

• APOBS: A self-contained, one-shot expendable linear demolition charge system for breaching lanes (approx. 45m long, 0.6m wide) through wire and anti-personnel mine obstacles. Major sub-components include shipping/storage container, front and rear backpack assemblies (containing line charges), and a rocket motor/fuze assembly.

• APOBS Inert Trainer: A replica of the live system without energetic capability, used for hands-on training. The newest variant has a full-length dummy line charge.

• Contractors must meet specific specifications and drawings for APOBS and its components (e.g., WS 35168 Rev J, drawing 87012A0000 Rev AB).

• First Article and Lot Acceptance Tests are required.

• Any exceptions to material, construction, packaging, or testing requirements must be clearly explained.

• Technical Data Packages (TDPs) are available electronically via SAM.gov and may require special viewing software.

Respondents are requested to provide:

• Company capabilities, facilities, personnel experience, quality system, and past performance.

• Technical and manufacturing capability to produce or procure the items, including ability to obtain necessary resources.

• Information on potential key sub-tier vendors or subcontractors.

• Feedback on the benefit of a Contractor Pre-Manufacturing Engineering Review.

• Recommended lead-times for First Article Test (FAT) completion and production deliveries.

• Recommendations for accelerated deliveries.

• Minimum stand-alone order quantity for production.

• Minimum, preferred, and maximum monthly delivery rates, including potential subcontractor capacity restraints.

• Identification of components/materials subject to price volatility or scarcity and mitigation strategies.

• Rough Order of Magnitude (ROM) unit prices for FY27 (FAT, 4,000ea APOBS, 150ea Inert APOBS).

• Estimated quantity ranges for meaningful price breaks.

• NAICS Code: 325920

• Business Size Standard: 750 employees

• Contractors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM).

• Submit a capabilities statement package (max 10 pages, 10pt font, bullet format).

• Responses must be electronically submitted to Mr. Shawn Kerr (shawn.e.kerr6.civ@army.mil) and Ms. Megan Kirby (megan.m.kirby.civ@army.mil).

• Due Date: 14 calendar days from publication date, by 12:00 PM EST.

• Telephone inquiries will not be accepted. Written questions via email only.

This is a Sources Sought notice for market research only, not a Request for Proposal (RFP). No contract will be awarded based on this announcement, and no funds are available to pay for response preparation. All submitted information is voluntary and will not be returned.

Sources Sought Notice

This notice is for informational purposes to conduct market research regarding the Anti-Personnel Obstacle Breaching System (APOBS), both live (MN79) and inert (MN84). The Army Contracting Command – Rock Island (ACC-RI) is seeking to identify interested sources capable of manufacturing and delivering these systems. The results will inform the procurement method, potentially including small business set-asides or full and open competition.

• APOBS: A self-contained, one-shot expendable linear demolition charge system for breaching wire and anti-personnel mine obstacles (approx. 45m long, 0.6m wide).

• Components: Includes Shipping/Storage Container, Front Backpack Assembly, Rear Backpack Assembly, and Rocket Motor/Fuze Assembly.

• APOBS Inert Trainer: A non-energetic replica of the live system for training.

• Technical Specifications: Must meet specific WS and drawing revisions (e.g., WS 35168 Rev J, drawing 87012A0000 Rev AB).

• Testing: First Article and Lot Acceptance Tests are required.

• Not specified, as this is a Sources Sought notice, not a solicitation.

• Information Requested: Company capabilities, manufacturing/procurement capacity, potential subcontractors, interest in a Pre-Manufacturing Engineering Review, recommended lead-times for FAT and production, minimum order quantities, delivery rates, identification of supply chain risks (volatility/scarcity), ROM unit prices for FY27 quantities.

• Submission Format: Capabilities statement package (max 10 pages, 10pt font, bullet format).

• Due Date: 14 calendar days from publication date (12:00 PM EST).

• Submission Method: Electronically via email to Mr. Shawn Kerr and Ms. Megan M. Kirby.

• NAICS Code: 325920 (Explosives Manufacturing).

• Business Size Standard: 750 employees.

• Registration: Contractors must be registered in SAM.gov.

• Technical Data: Access to drawings/specifications requires a DD Form 2345 (or Export License for non-US entities) and execution of Non-Disclosure/Non-Use Agreements. JCP registration is recommended.

• This is NOT a Request for Proposal (RFP). No contract will be awarded from this notice.

• Telephone inquiries will not be accepted.

• Responses are voluntary and at no cost to the Government.

Sources Sought Notice

This notice is for market research purposes to identify potential sources capable of manufacturing and delivering the Anti-Personnel Obstacle Breaching System (APOBS), both live (MN79) and inert (MN84). The Army Contracting Command – Rock Island (ACC-RI) is gathering information to determine the procurement method for a potential future requirement, which could include small business set-asides or full and open competition.

• APOBS System: A self-contained, one-shot expendable linear demolition charge system for breaching lanes through wire and anti-personnel mine obstacles. It consists of a shipping/storage container, front and rear backpack assemblies with line charges, and a rocket motor/fuze assembly.

• APOBS Inert Trainer: A non-energetic replica of the live system for training purposes.

• Technical Specifications: The system must meet specific drawings and specifications (WS 35168 Rev J, drawing 87012A0000 Rev AB, etc.). Exceptions must be clearly explained.

• Testing: Contractors will be required to perform First Article and Lot Acceptance Tests.

• Interested companies must submit a capabilities statement (max 10 pages, 10pt font) demonstrating their ability to provide the described products/systems.

• Specific information requested includes company facilities, personnel experience, quality systems, manufacturing/distribution experience, technical capability, potential subcontractors, and past performance.

• Respondents should also provide input on potential pre-manufacturing engineering reviews, recommended lead-times for First Article Test (FAT) and production, minimum order quantities, monthly delivery rates, and strategies for accelerated deliveries.

• Pricing information (ROM unit prices) for specific quantities and fiscal years is also requested.

• NAICS Code: 325920 (Explosives and Ammunition Manufacturing)

• Business Size Standard: 750 employees.

• Respondents must indicate their business size.

• Access to detailed drawings and specifications requires registration with the Joint Certification Program (JCP) and potentially a Non-Disclosure/Non-Use Agreement.

• This is not a Request for Proposal (RFP). No contract will be awarded based on this notice.

• All interested contractors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM).

• Responses are due 30 calendar days from the publication date, by 12:00 PM EST.

• Telephone inquiries will not be accepted. Written questions via email only.