M82 Washer Assembly
Overview
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NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
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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 - Rock Island (ACC-RI) is soliciting proposals for M82 Washer Assemblies, identified as simulant smoke grenades. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside requirement, structured as a non-commercial, simplified acquisition under FAR Part 13. The contract will be a Firm Fixed Price (FFP) with a base quantity and a 100% option quantity. An amendment (0001) has been issued to clarify a technical drawing detail. Proposals are due by March 10, 2026, at 12:00 PM CST.
Scope of Work
This opportunity requires the provision of M82 Washer Assemblies, which are described as simulant smoke grenades. Key requirements include:
- Manufacturer's CAGE: 81361, Manufacturer's Part Number: 13-19-217.
- Mandatory First Article Test (Government) and Lot Acceptance Test Report.
- Submission of Certificate of Conformance with each lot delivery.
- Provision of Preproduction Samples.
- Items must be free from defects and conform to contract requirements.
- Packaging, packing, and marking must adhere to contract requirements, specifically referencing Attachment 0001 - ASTM 6576, which details specifications for chemically blown flexible cellular rubber.
- Amendment 0001 (posted March 6, 2026) clarifies that the .207 diameter hole referenced in drawing C13-19-217 extends through both the rubber and foil layers.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price (FFP) Base + 100% Option Quantity.
- Acquisition Type: Non-commercial, simplified acquisition under FAR Part 13.
- NAICS Code: 326299 - All Other Rubber Product Manufacturing.
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5).
- Eligibility: Contractors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM).
- Place of Performance/Delivery: US Army, Pine Bluff Arsenal, Central Shipping Receiving Point (CSRP), Bldg 53-990, 504th Street, Pine Bluff, AR 71602. Inspection and acceptance will occur at destination.
Submission & Evaluation
- Proposal Submission Deadline: March 10, 2026, at 12:00 PM CST.
- Submission Method: Email proposals to Isaac.c.smith36.civ@army.mil and Bethany.n.carbajal.civ@army.mil.
- Quote Validity: Quotes must remain valid for 60 days.
- Evaluation Criteria: Award will be made to the offeror with the most responsive, responsible offer that represents the lowest price.
Key Documents & Contacts
- Solicitation: W519TC26QA073.
- Attachments: Attachment 0001 - ASTM 6576 (specification for cellular rubber), Attachment 0002 - Drawing 13-19-217.
- Primary Point of Contact: Isaac Smith (isaac.c.smith36.civ@army.mil).
- Secondary Point of Contact: Bethany Carbajal (bethany.n.carbajal.civ@army.mil).