5.56mm M1042 Loose and M1071 Linked Marking Ammunition for Use in Close Combat Mission Capability Kit

The U.S. Army Contracting Command – New Jersey (PM MAS) is issuing a sole‑source, Firm‑Fixed‑Price solicitation (W15QKN26RA010, Amendment 001) to Ultimate Training Munitions, United Kingdom, for the full‑scale production of 5.56 mm M1042 Loose and M1071 Linked marking‑ammunition cartridges. The contractor must manufacture, test, inspect, package and deliver the ammunition in accordance with Military Performance Specifications MIL‑PRF‑32313 and MIL‑PRF‑32315. The award will cover up to a cumulative total of 255 million cartridges over five one‑year ordering periods (FY 26‑31) under a single contract, with delivery for use in the Close Combat Mission Capability Kit (CCMCK). The marking ammunition is a reduced‑energy, non‑lethal, water‑soluble cartridge designed to leave a bright color mark for training without penetrating camouflage or protective equipment. Amendment 001 updates the solicitation package: Attachment 0010 drawings are designated Distribution A (unlimited), the GFP Transportation Checklist (Attachment 0014) now includes a quantity of three Pin Spring, Bolt Catch items, and the NDA (Attachment 0009) is provided in Word format. The response deadline remains 30 April 2026, 15:00 EST. Compliance with the specified MIL‑PRFs and the updated attachments is mandatory.

Notice ID

ae995a4c55ce4afa81bf9361cbdec09c

Solicitation Number

W15QKN26RA010

NAICS Code

332992

Classification Code

1305