.338 Norma Magnum Anti-Material Precision Ammunition
Contact and place of performance
Michael T. Lau
Picatinny Arsenal, NJ
USA
Sources Sought Notice for .338 Norma Magnum (NM) Anti-Materiel Precision Ammunition DESCRIPTION : The United States (U.S.) Army Contracting Command-New Jersey, (ACC-NJ) on behalf of the Project Manager for Maneuver Ammunition Systems (PM MAS) is seeking sources to produce the .338 Norma Magnum (NM) Anti-Materiel Precision Ammunition utilizing a high-performance case. The ammunition is for use in the U.S. Army's M...
View moreThe cartridge case shall consist of steel or brass that can reliably function at chamber pressures between 85 and 90 kilo-pounds per square inch (ksi) while not imparting additional rearward force on the bolt face when fired or require additional extraction force to cycle the action when compared to cartridges at 62ksi utilizing standard brass cases. The required penetrator shall consist of Class III Tungsten Heavy Alloy (WHA). The ammunition shall be compatible with the U.S. Army’s Mk22 rifle. The cartridge must demonstrate an average extreme spread of less than 1.0 Minute of Angle (MOA).
Interested sources without a previously validated (by the U.S. Government) high-pressure (85-90ksi) capable cartridge case design will be responsible for verifying their cartridge case design is in accordance with the Military Detailed Specification MIL-DTL-XM1224 at their own expense. It is at the U.S. Government’s discretion to accept alternate high-performance cartridge case solutions. Those interested in supplying their own cartridge case technology should also submit an outline of their plans and schedule to verify their design, in addition to any backup data to support claims that their design will conform to MIL-DTL-XM1224 requirements at their own expense. Sources interested in supplying the ammunition should adequately describe their experience in small caliber production and testing, annual production capacity, precision loading capabilities (including propellant charge variability) and verification status of their proposed case design.
PLANNED ACQUISITION: The Government is seeking interested sources to fulfill Fiscal Year (FY) 28-33 requirements. The Government is contemplating award of a single Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity contract. The estimated annual production quantity is between 600,000 and 1,500,000 cartridges. Initial delivery is required 120 calendar days after award at a rate of 50,000 per month.
SUBMISSION INFORMATION: Responses shall be submitted electronically to Michael Lau (specialist) via e-mail to: [email protected], and Steven Ghazi (PCO) via email to: [email protected], no later than 3:00pm Eastern on 30 June 2026. Offerors are instructed to include “.338 NM Anti-Materiel Precision Ammunition” as the subject of their response. Interested companies should respond by providing the U.S. Government the following information:
(1) Name of company and Commercial and Government Entity (CAGE) Code, under North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) Code: 332992 - Small Arms Ammunition Manufacturing;
(2) Point of Contact name, telephone number and e-mail address;
(3) Company address;
(4) Business type/size information; If a small business, please indicate any applicable socio-economic status such as: Small Disadvantaged Business (SDB), Service Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB), 8(a), HUB Zone, etc.
(5) Identification of interest in this opportunity as a subcontractor;
(6) (a) A detailed description of the company’s facilities, equipment, and manufacturing processes and U.S. Government manufacturing experience with .338 NM Precision Ammunition; (b) quality control and inspection processes (e.g., ISO 9001 certification); (c) description of supply chain management for critical components (brass, projectiles, powder, primers); (d) provide the extreme spread of propellant; charge that your company can confidently hold (ball powder in a relevant volume case); (e) provide if your company has the capability to lubricate the internal surfaces of the case neck prior to sizing/loading; (f) provide your company’s capability to seal primers; (g) a timeline to begin production, not to exceed 90 calendar days after contract award; (h) current and potential maximum monthly and annual production capacities with assumptions about number of shifts and any other production factors that may affect monthly capacities with evidence of proven monthly production at a minimum of 50,000; (i) minimum order quantity required (if applicable); (j) manufacturing lead time for the item listed (schedule shall include testing against MIL-DTL-XM1224, if not already performed); (k) a brief summary of possible partnering/teaming arrangements; (l) sources not having a previously validated (by the U.S. Government) cartridge case design should also submit an outline of their plans and schedule to validate their design in addition to any contractor performed testing results and data to support claims that their design will conform to the MIL-DTL-XM1224 requirements; (m) A brief overview of the technical approach to meeting the stated requirement with a discussion of any proprietary technologies or innovative manufacturing techniques that enhance performance or reduce cost; and (n) a summary of past and current contracts of a similar size and scope with the U.S. DoD, other federal agencies, or commercial entities. Please provide contract numbers, Points of Contact, and a brief description of the work performed. Specific experience in manufacturing precision and/or anti-materiel rifle ammunition is highly preferred.
Please identify any proprietary information submitted. A respondent to this survey must have the majority of the skills and facilities that are required to manufacture this item. If a respondent does not have these resources (technical, manufacturing, personnel, etc.) available, then it must demonstrate its ability to obtain them in a reasonable time period. If a respondent chooses to utilize the services of sub-tier vendors or subcontractors, those vendors or subcontractors must also meet the same resource criteria as the prime contractor.
DISCLAIMER: This market survey is for planning purposes only. The Government does not intend to award a contract on the basis of this market survey. Participation in this effort is strictly voluntary and any of the information stated above is subject to change. The Government reserves the right to use any non-proprietary information in any resultant solicitation(s).
Proprietary information should be marked as such. If a formal solicitation is generated at a later date, the Government will publish a solicitation notice. Please be advised that the Government will not pay for any information submitted under this announcement and that all information is to be submitted at no cost or obligation to the Government.
THIS IS NOT A SOLICITATION AND DOES NOT OBLIGATE THE GOVERNMENT TO ISSUE A SOLICITATION.
Please limit your response to a maximum of 15 pages.
The Army Contracting Command-New Jersey, on behalf of the Project Manager for Maneuver Ammunition Systems, is issuing this sources sought notice to identify potential vendors capable of producing .338 Norma Magnum (NM) Anti-Materiel Precision Ammunition. This ammunition is intended for use in the U.S. Army’s Mk22 Precision Sniper Rifle platform and must utilize a high-performance steel or brass cartridge case capable of functioning at chamber pressures between 85 and 90 kilo-pounds per square inch. The cartridges must feature a Class III Tungsten Heavy Alloy penetrator and demonstrate an average extreme spread of less than 1.0 Minute of Angle. The government is contemplating a single Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity contract to fulfill requirements for fiscal years 2028 through 2033, with an estimated annual production quantity between 600,000 and 1,500,000 cartridges.
The primary place of performance is Picatinny Arsenal, New Jersey. This requirement is classified under NAICS 332992, Small Arms Ammunition Manufacturing, and PSC 1305, Ammunition, Through 30mm. Performance specifications are governed by Military Detailed Specification MIL-DTL-XM1224, which is restricted to Department of Defense contractors. Interested parties must be registered with the U.S./Canada Joint Certification Office and submit a Technical Data Request Questionnaire, a signed DD 2345 Military Critical Technical Data Agreement, and a Non-Disclosure Agreement to access the full technical data package.
Responses to this market survey are due by 3:00 p.m. Eastern on June 30, 2026, and should be submitted electronically to Michael T. Lau. Submissions must include company credentials, manufacturing capabilities, quality control processes, and a detailed technical approach for the high-pressure cartridge case. Interested sources without a government-validated case design are responsible for outlining their verification plans at their own expense. Initial delivery is required within 120 calendar days of award at a minimum rate of 50,000 cartridges per month. Three attachments are associated with this notice, including a technical data request questionnaire and a non-disclosure agreement.
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