Bid guide

How to bid on Ammunition Container for the DEPT of the Army

DEPT of the ArmyCloses August 6, 2026

What the Army is buying

The U.S. Army Contracting Command – Detroit Arsenal (ACC-DTA) is seeking a single, firm-fixed-price, five-year requirements contract for ammunition containers. The specific item is Nomenclature: Ammunition Container, NSN: 1095-01-583-7967, Part No.: 13023133.

This opportunity is a 100% small-business set-aside. This means only small businesses are eligible to bid, which can reduce competition compared to unrestricted solicitations.

Key dates and deadlines

This solicitation was published on July 22, 2026. All proposals must be submitted by August 06, 2026, at 1:00 PM ET. It is important to submit your proposal on time, as late submissions may be rejected.

The government will issue any amendments electronically. Interested parties are responsible for checking the original source periodically for updates. Failure to account for amendments could make your proposal nonresponsive.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is specifically for small businesses. Vendors should be capable of manufacturing or supplying ammunition containers that meet the specified NSN and part number. This contract requires military packaging to Level B, with associated Special Packaging Instructions (SPIs).

Bidders must have United States/Canada Joint Certification Program (JCP) approval. This certification is required to access the export-controlled technical data package (TDP) for the solicitation.

How to respond

To access the solicitation and its documents, you need to go to the original source portal. Click the “View original source” link. 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 on the portal to view all documents. To get the technical data package, you must request access via SAM.gov and have JCP Certification. All questions about this solicitation should be sent via email to Contract Specialist, Ryan Nawrocki, at [email protected].

Tips for a competitive response

Ensure your company is registered as a small business and that your JCP certification is current. Carefully review Section D of the solicitation for detailed information on military packaging requirements, including Level B and any Special Packaging Instructions.

Thoroughly examine the export-controlled technical data package once you gain access to ensure full compliance with all specifications. Double-check that your proposal addresses all requirements outlined in the solicitation, including any amendments, before the deadline. Pay close attention to pricing for this firm-fixed-price contract over the five-year term.

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.

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This 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.