Amendment 0002 for Solicitation of Gunner Shield Kit; NSN: 2510-01-498-4996
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
Amendment 0002 to Solicitation W912CH-25-R-0130 extends the proposal due date to February 14, 2026, at 5:00 PM EST for the procurement of Gunner Shield Kits (NSN: 2510-01-498-4996, Part Number: 57K4470). This is a 100% Total Small Business Set-Aside by the Department of the Army.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for a five-year Long Term Contract (LTC) for Gunner Shield Kits. Key deliverables include a minimum of 48 units and a maximum of 1200 units per annum. A First Article Test (FAT) is required, with a single report for one kit (7 units produced) covering specific parts. Technical Data Package (TDP) access requires DD Form 2345 certification. Packaging must comply with MIL-STD-2073-1 and Special Packaging Instruction AK14984996. Ballistic testing is mandatory and must be conducted at the Aberdeen Test Center. Offerors must also comply with OPSEC Awareness (Level 1) training requirements for personnel accessing Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI).
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price (FFP)
- Period of Performance: Five-year Long Term Contract (LTC)
- Set-Aside: 100% Total Small Business Set-Aside
- Place of Performance: Texarkana, TX 75507
- Product Service Code: 2510 - Vehicular Cab, Body, And Frame Structural Components
Submission & Evaluation
Proposals will be evaluated using a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) source selection process, considering a Technical Factor (Acceptable/Unacceptable based on the Technical Information Questionnaire) and a Price Factor. Offers must be "All or None." Required submission documents include a signed and filled solicitation (acknowledging all amendments), a filled Price Evaluation Spreadsheet (Attachment 0005, completing only yellow-highlighted cells), and a filled Technical Information Questionnaire (TIQ). Electronic submissions are required.
Key Amendments & Clarifications
- Amendment 0002: Extends the proposal due date to February 14, 2026, at 5:00 PM EST and updates the Questions and Answers (Q&A) document.
- Amendment 0001: Removed clauses related to certified cost or pricing data (FAR 52.215-21, DFARS 252.215-7008, 252.215-7010).
- Q&A Clarifications: Confirmed that facility clearance (DD 2345) is not an automatic disqualifier but must be maintained. Ballistic testing must use the Aberdeen Test Center. Cost/pricing data is not required unless specifically requested by the contracting officer.
Contact Information
- Primary: Nikhil Patel (nikhil.a.patel2.civ@army.mil)
- Secondary: Robin Walker (robin.a.walker6.civ@army.mil)