Cannon Containers for Watervliet Arsenal

SOL #: W911PT26QA044Solicitation

Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSE
Dept Of The Army
W6QK ACC WVA
WATERVLIET, NY, 12189-4050, United States

Place of Performance

Watervliet, NY

NAICS

Wood Container and Pallet Manufacturing (321920)

PSC

Specialized Shipping And Storage Containers (8145)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

Timeline

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Posted
Mar 11, 2026
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Submission Deadline
Apr 1, 2026, 8:00 PM

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 Army is soliciting proposals for Cannon Containers for the 155mm M776 (per Drawing 11581100, Rev C) for Watervliet Arsenal, NY. This opportunity is a Total Small Business Set-Aside and intends to award one Firm Fixed Price purchase order. Proposals are due April 1, 2026.

Scope of Work

This solicitation covers the procurement of Cannon Containers for the 155mm M776. Key requirements include the delivery of contract data prepared in accordance with the CONTRACT DATA REQUIREMENTS LIST (DD FORM 1423), attached as Exhibit A. General data drawings are also provided as Attachment A. First Article (FA) testing is required for specific Contract Line Items (CLINs 0001, 0003, 0005) and must be completed within 60 calendar days of contract award. Inspection and acceptance will primarily occur at Watervliet Arsenal.

Contract Details

  • Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price (FFP) purchase order.
  • Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5).
  • NAICS Code: 321920, with a size standard of 500 employees.
  • Place of Performance: Watervliet, NY.
  • Period of Performance: Delivery schedules vary by CLIN, ranging from 30 to 60 calendar days from the date of award or lead time event.

Submission & Evaluation

  • Offer Due Date: April 1, 2026, at 4:00 PM local time.
  • Submission Method: All responses must be submitted electronically via email to LAUREN.M.BLEICHERT.civ@army.mil. Quotes must be complete to be considered responsive.
  • Evaluation Criteria: Award will be made to the offeror submitting the lowest evaluated bid or offer that meets all material requirements and responsibility criteria per FAR 9.104. The government may conduct preaward surveys.
  • No Discussions Anticipated: Offerors are advised to consult the PCO before submitting offers with exceptions.

Additional Notes

Access to the technical drawings requires an email request to Lauren Bleichert (lauren.m.bleichert.civ@army.mil) and an active Joint Certification Program (JCP) record. The Technical Data Package (TDP) resides within SAM.gov, and offerors must have a current DD 2345, "Militarily Critical Technical Data Agreement" certification to access export-controlled TDPs. Delivery to Watervliet Arsenal requires scheduling an appointment through the Carrier Appointment System (CAS). Payment will be made via Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF). Exhibit A (CDRLs) details required data items such as Test/Inspection Reports and Certificates of Conformance.

People

Points of Contact

Lauren BleichertPRIMARY
Lauren A. ScrippsSECONDARY

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