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The Government is considering a Total Small Business Set-Aside (SBSA) under one acquisition for the 60mm and 81mm systems. The U.S. Army Contracting Command- New Jersey (ACC-NJ), Picatinny Arsenal, NJ... The Government is considering a Total Small Business Set-Aside (SBSA) under one acquisition for the 60mm and 81mm systems. The U.S. Army Contracting Command- New Jersey (ACC-NJ), Picatinny Arsenal, NJ on behalf of the Project Manager for Combat Ammunition Systems (PM CAS) is conducting a Market Survey to identify potential small business sources that are capable of producing, storing, and delivering the 60mm Lightweight Mortar Weapon Systems and the 81mm Lightweight Mortar Weapon Systems. Full descriptions of each weapon system and the associated components can be found at the end of this market survey. The purpose of this market survey is to obtain current information on the capability of potential sources to manufacture, integrate into a complete system, and deliver these weapon systems starting in Fiscal Year (FY) 2021. The Government estimates that approximately 100 each 60mm Mortar Systems and 100 each 81mm Mortar Systems may be purchased over a five year period. Secure storage and delivery of the mortar systems from storage to locations specified by the Government shall be necessary. Note that this market survey requires the contractor to manufacture and deliver cannons for both systems, which were previously manufactured only by the Government. ATTENTION: To encourage small business participation, the Government is willing to consider requests for Progress Payments or Performance Based Payments. Small businesses responding to this market survey must indicate if their firm is interested in Progress Payments or Performance Based Payments. If interested in Progress Payments, respondents must indicate whether or not they have an approved accounting system in place. ATTENTION: If an interested source intends to use subcontractors to meet the requirements of this market survey, please note that in accordance with FAR 52.219-14 Limitations on Subcontracting (JAN 2019) (DEVIATION 2019-O0003), a small business receiving an award under a Total Small Business Set Aside (SBSA) cannot subcontract more than 50 percent of the total amount awarded to a large business. However, if a small business chooses to subcontract work to another similarly situated entity (i.e. another small business), the subcontracted work is not subject to the 50 percent limitation and that amount subcontracted to a small business will be used in calculating whether the small business issuing the subcontract has performed at least 50 percent of the cost of manufacturing the supplies, not including the cost of materials. ATTENTION: The Government is requesting that interested sources provide a response that demonstrates their ability to produce, store, and deliver both the 60mm and 81mm systems. However, if an interested source would prefer to produce either of the systems individually, please state so in your response. For example, contractors may provide a response for producing, storing, and delivering the 60mm system (M224A1) and 81mm system (M252A1); or only a response for producing and storing one of the systems. Interested sources must clearly indicate which system or systems it is capable of producing and must provide rationale for its decision. The Government is seeking feedback from industry to determine an acquisition strategy that will be most beneficial to both parties. Please note that a market survey has been posted under W15QKN-19-X-06OR to identify sources capable of producing, storing, and delivering the 120mm Mortar Systems under an acquisition with Full and Open Competition. To be considered a capable source for this effort, all interested sources must submit the following information: a. Name of company, address, telephone number, email address, point of contact, CAGE code, DUNS number, Tax ID number, and business size information; b. A summary that includes a brief description of the contractor's capabilities to include: parent organizations, name/address/point of contact identification/email address, website, potential partnering/teaming arrangements, and capabilities; c. Past manufacturing experience in mortar weapon systems or items of similar complexity d. A description of the company's existing production capacity, their projected monthly production rate and delivery capability, and their ability to meet the Government's minimum production rate of 20 units per month. This production rate is per caliber, so if for example both calibers are being produced at the same time the expected total production rate would be 40 units per month. e. A description of facilities/storage/equipment, manufacturing processes, inspection capability, personnel, and Quality Management System certifications or standards used; f. Tooling, fixtures and production process to include inspection and maintenance plans; g. Knowledge and experience with warehousing, storage, inventory management, logistics, transportation, and USG logistics/property accountability programs h. Knowledge and ability to handle and store Tritium and obtain required licenses. i. Knowledge and ability to receive, handle, secure, store, manage and control Government Furnished Property (GFP). The Technical Data Packages (TDPs) for these systems are available upon request pending receipt of all required documents and approval by PM CAS. Technical data for all systems listed above are marked Distribution D, therefore data distribution will only be authorized to the Department of Defense (DoD) and U.S. DoD contractors. Contractors interested in receiving TDPs for information only are required to submit a signed and completed DD Form 2345, Militarily Critical Technical Data Agreement; AMSTA-AR Form 1350, Technical Data Request Questionnaire; and Non-Disclosure Agreement for the Government's consideration. This is a market survey for planning purposes only and shall not be construed as a Request for Proposal (RFP) or as an obligation on the part of the United States Government (USG). No award will be made as a result of this market survey. The USG will not pay for any information submitted nor for any costs associated with providing this information. Interested sources should provide this requested information requested in this notification by 22 JULY 2019. All information submitted will be held in a confidential status. The USG is not obligated to notify respondents of the results of this market survey. The requested information shall be sent to Amy Kirzow, ACC-NJ-CA, Bldg 10, Picatinny Arsenal, NJ 07806-5000, amy.e.kirzow.civ@mail.mil. TELEPHONE INQUIRES WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. Each Mortar Weapon System is broken out as follows and may include GFP if noted: 1. 60mm Lightweight Mortar System: M224A1 • Cannon: M225A1 • Baseplates: M7A1 and M8A1 • Bipods: M170A1 • Sight Units: M67 • Basic Issue Items (BII) for 60mm Lightweight Mortar Weapon System • Direct Support (DS) Tool Kits for 60mm Lightweight Mortar Weapon System • Additional Authorized List (AAL) 2. 81mm Lightweight Mortar System: M252A1 • Cannon: M253 • Baseplates: M3A2 • Bipods: M177A1 • Sight Units: M67 • BII for 81mm Lightweight Mortar Weapon System • DS Tool Kits for 81mm Lightweight Mortar Weapon System • Additional Authorized List (AAL) For a more detailed listing of the major components that make up each system, please refer to Attachment 1. Narrative descriptions of the major components can be found below: 60mm Lightweight Mortar System: M224A1 The M224A1 Mortar Weapon Systems provide organic indirect fire support capability to airborne, air assault, light infantry, mountain, and special operation forces at the company level. The 60mm mortar weapon systems provide lightweight, high angle of fire, smooth bore, man portable, muzzle loaded mortar with high rate-of-fire capabilities. The M224A1 LW Mortar Weapon System consists of two 60mm lightweight baseplates, the M7A1 and M8A1, one M170A1 lightweight bipod, and one M225A1 Cannon. The M7A1 and the M8A1 baseplate assemblies shall be produced from lightweight materials. The approximate size of the M7A1 60mm baseplate is 18 inches diameter and 6 inches height and weighs 9.2 lbs. The approximate size of the M8A1 60mm base plate is 12 inches diameter and 3 inches height and weighs 4.5 lbs. Manufacture of the baseplates shall require the capability to forge, machine to final dimensions and heat treat high strength aluminum to reduce stress and achieve the material strength requirements to meet the required physical and mechanical properties of the designs. Hard protective coat anodizing of the final product is required. The M170A1 60mm bipod assemblies is be required to meet the physical and mechanical properties for the design and shall require the capability to fabricate and assemble struts, gears, springs and various other piece parts from high strength aluminum, titanium, , steel, and plastic. Potential offerors should possess experience in fabricating, machining, welding, and inspecting aluminum components, and machining and inspecting gears or show prior manufacturing experience with designs of similar complexity. The 60mm M170A1 lightweight bipod is an A-Frame bipod that weighs 12.85 lbs., the item size is approximately 30 in. X 19 in. X 10 in. M225A1 Cannon consists of a 60mm Barrel, an aluminum Handle and Firing Mechanism (H&F Mech) Assembly, Firing Pin, and associated mounting hardware. The Barrel is approximately 40ins. long and weighs 13.0 lbs. The H&F Mech Assembly contains a Tritium-filled Range Indicator as part of its assembly so the potential offeror needs to have the appropriate Radioactive Material and Handling License in place for storage. The M225 Barrel material consists of Seamless STL Tubing per Spec MIL-T-13915 or Forging Spec MIL-S-46119. The M225A1 Barrel consists of a tube and a breech cap and is manufactured from Inconel. The M225A1 Barrel material consists of Inconel material in accordance with SAE AMS 5662. The Potential offerors should possess experience in fabricating, machining and heat treating Inconel and high strength steel. 81mm Lightweight Mortar System: M252A1 The M252A1 81mm Mortar Weapon Systems provide organic indirect fire support to light infantry, air assault, and airborne units across an entire battalion front with sufficient range to engage target out to the limit of the battalion zone of influence. The 81mm mortar weapon systems are a smooth bore, muzzle loaded weapon that features a high rate of fire, extended range, and increased lethality over the 60mm systems. The M252A1 LW Mortar Weapon System consists of one M3A2 lightweight baseplate assembly, one M177A1 lightweight bipod, and one M253 Cannon. The M3A2 81mm lightweight baseplate assembly is produced from lightweight materials and has the approximate size of 22 inches diameter and 6 inches height. Manufacture of the baseplates shall require the capability to forge, machine to final dimensions and heat treat high strength aluminum to reduce stress and achieve the material strength requirements to meet the required physical and mechanical properties of the designs. Hard protective coat anodizing of the final product is required. The M177A1 bipod assemblies manufacture shall meet the required physical and mechanical properties for the design and requires the capability to fabricate and assemble struts, gears, springs and various other piece parts from high strength aluminum, titanium, steel, and plastic. Potential offerors should possess experience in fabricating, machining, welding, and inspecting titanium components, and machining and inspecting gears or show prior manufacturing experience with designs of similar complexity. The 81mm M177A1 lightweight bipod is an A-Frame bipod that weighs 19 lbs., the item size is approximately 33 in. X 17 in. X 9 in. The M253 Cannon consists of an 81mm Barrel, Firing Pin, Plug and Washer manufactured from Steel and the Barrel is 4ft 7in long and weighs 30.5 lbs. Potential offerors should possess experience in fabricating, machining and heat treating high strength steel. The M253 Cannon is a forging per MIL-S-46119, macroetch not required; or seamless tubing per MIL-T-13915. MIL-DTL-13931 also applies. Basic Issue Items (BII) BII are essential items that are required to place the mortar weapon system in operation, to operate it, and to do emergency repairs. Although shipped separately packaged, BII must be with the mortar weapon system during operation. BII consist of Commercially-Off-The-Shelf (COTS) items such as screwdrivers as well as custom manufactured items such as spare firing pins, cartridge extractors and bore brushes. M67 Sight Unit The M67 Sight Unit is an optical instrument providing self-illuminating sighting capability for indirect fire. This sight unit serves to lay the mortar for deflection and elevation. The M67 contains Tritium as does the range indicator. The range indicator is used to position cannon tube to estimated target range in hand held mode. A Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) license is required for handling and storage of these items. Direct Support Tools (DS) DS are essential items that are required to maintain, disassemble, reassemble, and repair the mortar weapon system. The DS tool kit contains some COTS items, as well as custom manufactured items such as drill guides, wrenches and socket heads. Additional Authorized List (AAL) AAL are components issued to the mortar crews and procured on an as needed basis. The M45A1 Boresight is an optical instrument used to align the axis of the bore of the mortar with a distant aiming point. AAL also includes ear plugs. Storage Storage of Mortar Weapon Systems includes providing a storage facility that can store mortar products for the life of a 5 year contract. The storage location shall have appropriate environmental, handling, and security procedures and protocols in place for the storage of Mortar Weapons Systems, Government Furnished Equipment, Cannons and Tritium components. Responsibilities at the Storage Location shall consist of inventory management and control, including identifying and assembling all items into fielding sets, i.e. assemblies, subassemblies, tools kits, parts, BII kits, Additional Authorization List (AAL), Components of the End Item (COEI), manuals, etc., that make up each of the identified systems. Shipping of Mortar Systems from the storage location shall be necessary.