Bid guide
How to bid on 155mm Artillery Cannister Assembly for the DEPT of the Army
What the Army is buying and why it matters
The Department of the Army is conducting market research to find manufacturers for 155mm Artillery Cannister Assemblies. This includes the steel payload canister, aluminum payload cover, and two types of tool-steel clocking keys. The Army is seeking to identify additional sources beyond current producers.
This is an opportunity for manufacturers with expertise in metal parts, machining, forging, heat treatment, and protective coatings to potentially become a future supplier for critical defense components. While this is not a contract solicitation, it is a chance to demonstrate capabilities and get on the Army's radar for future procurements.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
This Request for Information (RFI) was published on September 11, 2026. The deadline for submitting your response is October 08, 2026, at 1:00 PM ET.
At the deadline, the Army will stop accepting submissions. This RFI is for market research purposes only, so no contract will be awarded from this announcement. The information gathered will help the government plan for future procurements of these assemblies.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for manufacturers within the National Technology Industrial Base capable of producing precision metal parts. Specifically, firms with experience in manufacturing artillery metal parts, 155mm cannister assemblies, or similar scopes of work within the last 10 years are ideal.
Vendors should have capabilities in machining, forging, heat treatment, non-destructive testing, and applying protective coatings. The Army is looking for companies that can meet specific production rates, starting with 450 assemblies per year by October 2027, increasing to 1,000 per year by March 2028, and 10,000 per year by January 2031.
How to respond
To respond, you must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM). Your response should include your company's contact information, business size, Unique Entity ID, and CAGE Code.
You need to provide a summary of your capabilities, including parent organizations, potential partnering arrangements, and manufacturing capabilities. Detail your past manufacturing experience with artillery metal parts or similar work. Describe your facilities, equipment, manufacturing processes, inspection capabilities, personnel, and Quality Management System certifications. Also, outline your existing and projected production capacity, lead times, and ability to meet the government's minimum production rates. Indicate if you offer a commercially available product that meets the need. You may request restricted technical data if you meet eligibility conditions.
Tips for preparing a competitive response
Clearly address each requested item in your submission. Organize your response logically to make it easy for the Army to review your capabilities. Provide specific examples of past projects that demonstrate your experience with similar materials and manufacturing processes, such as 4140 steel and 7075 T6 aluminum.
Highlight your quality control processes and certifications. Emphasize your ability to scale production to meet the specified annual rates, detailing key equipment and lead times. If you have potential partnering or teaming arrangements that enhance your capacity, be sure to mention them. Ensure all proprietary information is clearly identified.
See the live bid — deadline, agency details, and how to respond
Dates and requirements can change via addenda; always verify on the bid page and at the original source before responding.
View this bid on BiddingSimpleThis guide was prepared by BiddingSimple from the solicitation’s public posting. It is not official guidance from DEPT of the Army; the original posting controls.