5.56mm Counter-small Unmanned Aircraft System (C-sUAS) Ammunition

PROCUREMENT OVERVIEW

The Department of Defense, specifically the U.S. Marine Corps (USMC) through MARCOR SYSCOM, is seeking to procure 5.56mm Counter-small Unmanned Aircraft System (C-sUAS) ammunition. The primary objective of this procurement is to enhance the operational capabilities of the USMC in countering small unmanned aerial threats. The project aims to ensure that the USMC has access to effective and reliable ammunition specifically designed for this purpose.

ISSUING ORGANIZATION

The issuing organization is the Department of Defense, Department of the Navy, U.S. Marine Corps, MARCOR SYSCOM Commander, located in Virginia, USA. The primary contact for this opportunity is Janice Harvey, who can be reached at [email protected].

KEY DATES

• Posted Date: August 5, 2026
• Proposal Due Date: September 11, 2026
• Anticipated Award Date: Not specified
• Performance Period: Not specified

CONTRACT DETAILS

The contract type has not been explicitly stated in the provided information. There is no mention of the estimated contract value or budget range. Additionally, no option years are specified.

MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS

To be considered eligible for this procurement, bidders must meet the following mandatory requirements:

• Certifications and Registrations: Registration in SAM.gov is required.
• Security Clearances: No specific security clearance requirements are mentioned.
• Set-aside Restrictions: No specific set-aside restrictions (such as 8(a), HUBZone, etc.) are mentioned.
• Geographic Restrictions: No geographic restrictions or place-of-performance requirements are noted.
• Experience Requirements: No minimum years of experience or past performance requirements are specified.
• Bonding or Insurance Requirements: No bonding or insurance requirements are mentioned.

TECHNICAL CAPABILITIES

Bidders must demonstrate specific technical capabilities related to the development and supply of 5.56mm ammunition suitable for countering small unmanned aircraft systems. While specific technologies or methodologies are not detailed, expertise in ammunition manufacturing and compliance with military specifications is implied.

DELIVERABLES AND PERFORMANCE STANDARDS

The RFP does not specify key deliverables, milestones, or performance metrics. Bidders should be prepared to outline their proposed deliverables and performance standards in their proposals.

EVALUATION CRITERIA

The evaluation criteria for proposals have not been detailed in the provided information. Bidders should anticipate that proposals will be evaluated based on technical approach, past performance, and pricing, although specific weighting or priorities are not mentioned.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

While not mandatory, bidders may enhance their competitiveness by demonstrating:

• Relevant experience in supplying military-grade ammunition.
• Familiarity with military specifications and standards for ammunition.
• Additional certifications that may be viewed favorably, though none are explicitly listed.

This summary provides a comprehensive overview of the opportunity for potential bidders, highlighting the essential criteria and requirements necessary to assess fit for the procurement of 5.56mm C-sUAS ammunition.