How to bid on Cocking Handle Assembly for the DEPT of the Army

What the Army is buying and why it matters

The Department of the Army is seeking 1,973 cocking handle assemblies for small arms, with an option to purchase an additional 100% of that quantity. This is a Firm-Fixed-Price Order. The item's National Stock Number is 1005-01-547-2610 and the Part Number is 13013732.

This opportunity is significant for small businesses that are active holders of a Basic Ordering Agreement (BOA) under the Army's BOAST (Basic Ordering Agreement Sustainment Track) program. It offers a chance to supply critical components for military equipment.

Key dates and what happens at the deadline

This Request for Order Proposal (RFOP) was published on July 22, 2026. The deadline for proposals is August 24, 2026, at 1:00 PM ET. All proposals must be submitted by this time.

To be eligible for an award, your company must have a fully executed BOAST Basic Ordering Agreement in place by the closing date and time of this RFOP. Failure to obtain and respond to any amendments prior to the closing date may result in your proposal being deemed unacceptable.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is specifically for companies that currently hold an active Basic Ordering Agreement under the Army's BOAST program. If your company manufactures or supplies security-related components, particularly small arms parts, and is a BOAST BOA holder, this bid is relevant.

The NAICS code for this procurement is 332994, which covers Small Arms, Ordnance, and Ordnance Accessories Manufacturing. Companies in this category with the required BOAST agreement are well-suited to respond.

How to access and respond to the solicitation

To access the solicitation, click "View original source" on the portal. If the first click takes you to the portal's homepage, click it again to go directly to the bid. You may need a free account to view the documents, though this is not always required.

The solicitation and any amendments will be issued electronically via the SAM.gov posting. It is your responsibility to periodically check the notice for any updates. All instructions for proposal submission, evaluation criteria, and order-specific clauses are contained within the attached BOAST RFOP document. You must review this document in its entirety to prepare your proposal.

Practical tips for a competitive response

Since this item is export controlled, access to the technical data package (TDP) requires Joint Certification Program (JCP) certification. Ensure your JCP certification is current or apply for one immediately by mailing DD Form 2345 to the U.S./Canada Joint Certification Office. Without this, you cannot access the necessary technical details.

Carefully read all proposal instructions and evaluation criteria within the RFOP document. Pay close attention to whether the evaluation is based on Price Only, Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA), or a Tradeoff. Tailor your proposal to meet these specific criteria.

If your company does not currently hold a BOAST Basic Ordering Agreement but is interested in future opportunities, consider joining the program. The BOAST program has a Continuous On-Ramp, allowing qualified vendors to establish an agreement at any time. However, for this specific RFOP, an executed BOA must be in place by the closing date.