Skate Mount Assembly; NSN: 2350016129056

SOL #: W912CH-26-C-0022JustificationSole Source

Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSE

Dept Of The Army

W4GG HQ US ARMY TACOM

DETROIT ARSENAL, MI, 48397-5000, United States

Place of Performance

Place of performance not available

NAICS

Military Armored Vehicle (336992)

PSC

Combat, Assault, And Tactical Vehicles, Tracked (2350)

Set Aside

No set aside specified

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/3d6d58b213b8472598659d2892356eb0/view

Timeline

Posted

Apr 16, 2026

Last Updated

Apr 16, 2026

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, specifically HQ US ARMY TACOM, is procuring Skate Mount Assemblies (NSN: 2350-01-612-9056) for the M1 Abrams Main Battle Tank systems. This is a Firm-Fixed-Price contract with an estimated value of $926,244.68 for 38 units, with an option for an additional 38. This procurement is being conducted on an other than full and open competition basis, restricted to Merrill Technologies Group Inc.

Purpose & Overview

This opportunity is a Justification and Approval for Other Than Full and Open Competition for the Skate Mount Assembly, a critical component for the Loader's Armored Gun Shield (LAGS) II on M1A1 and M1A2 Abrams Tank systems. The procurement is sole-sourced to Merrill Technologies Group Inc. because they are the original equipment manufacturer, own the Technical Data Package (TDP), and are unwilling to sell or license it. Market research, including a Sources Sought Notice, did not identify any other capable sources.

Key Requirements / Deliverables

Compliance with OPSEC Item Development Specification 'SB-SA13100' for Skate Mount Assembly and Track Assembly for LAGS II.
Must meet performance requirements with Gun Cradle and Shield Assemblies mounted.
Adherence to decontamination, hardness, and compatibility requirements per Army Regulation 'AR 70-75'.
Withstand repetitive gun firing shocks and environmental conditions without degradation.
Utilize high-quality materials free from deformities or impurities, resistant to moisture, fungus, and corrosion.
External surfaces require pretreatment in accordance with MIL-DTL-53072.
The item is non-commercial.

Contract Details

Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price
Estimated Value: $926,244.68
Quantity: 38 each, with an option for an additional 38 each (totaling 76 each).
Product Service Code: 2350 (Combat, Assault, And Tactical Vehicles, Tracked)
Published Date: April 16, 2026

Submission & Evaluation

This procurement is justified under 10 United States Code 3204(a)(1) and FAR 6.302-1, citing the unique nature of the item and the substantial duplication of costs that would be incurred by any other source. Merrill Technologies Group Inc. is the sole eligible source. The solicitation will include subcontracting clauses to maximize small business opportunities.