M4 and M4A1 5.56MM Carbines
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 Army Contracting Command – New Jersey (ACC-NJ), in support of Project Manager Soldier Lethality (PMSL), is conducting a market survey (Sources Sought) to identify potential sources for the manufacture and delivery of M4 and M4A1 5.56MM Carbines. This is for a potential five-year IDIQ FFP contract(s) with an approximate maximum quantity of 105,000 units. Responses are due April 1, 2026.
Scope of Interest
The U.S. Army seeks manufacturers capable of producing M4 Carbines (US Army P/N 9390000, MIL-DTL-70599 Rev C Amend 2) and M4A1 Carbines (US Army P/N 12972700, MIL-DTL-71186 Rev B Amend 1). Requirements include providing Government-defined special tools/gages, spare part packages, and contractor operator/maintainer training at CONUS and potential OCONUS locations. Facilities must meet DODD 5100.76-M CE-02 storage and security requirements and pass a Defense Security Service (DSS) Survey.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Survey (for potential IDIQ FFP contract)
- Duration: Potential 5-year IDIQ FFP contract(s)
- Quantity: Up to 105,000 M4/M4A1 Carbines
- Set-Aside: None specified (market research stage, but gathering small business info)
- Response Due: April 1, 2026, 10:00 AM EST
- Published: February 26, 2026
Key Requirements & Information
- Technical Data Package (TDP): Production is to a Government TDP. Access to export-controlled TDP requires a Use and Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) and a current DD 2345 (Military Critical Technical Data Agreement). Competition is restricted to the U.S. and its territories due to a license agreement with Colt Defense, LLC.
- Submission Content: Respondents must submit qualification data, production capabilities, and Small Business Size Certification. A detailed questionnaire covers current and surge production capacity, lead times, potential issues, ability to provide tools/training, existing agreements, storage/security, subcontractor use, government/military contract experience, TDP production experience, and ISO 9001 compliance.
- NAICS: 332994 (Small Business Size Standard: less than 1,000 employees).
Submission Instructions
Responses must be submitted electronically to Emily Schlee (emily.schlee.civ@army.mil) and Megan Sloan (megan.e.sloan2.civ@army.mil). Questions must be submitted in writing to the same contacts; telephone inquiries will not be accepted. This is for planning purposes only and does not obligate the Government to issue a solicitation or award a contract.