60 MM Mortar Mount
DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE ARMY.AMC.ACC.ACC-CTRS.ACC-DTA.W6QK ACC- DTA · Response deadline: Thu, 12 Nov 2026
What the government is buying
The U.S. Army is seeking a 60 MM Mortar Mount through a set-aside for small businesses. This falls under NAICS code 332994, which covers small arms, ordnance, and ordnance accessories manufacturing. A mortar mount is a critical component of mortar systems—the bipod or baseplate assembly that stabilizes the tube during firing and allows for elevation and traverse adjustments. These mounts must withstand repeated firing stresses, maintain precision alignment, and perform reliably across operational environments.
For context, 60mm mortars are infantry-level indirect fire weapons used by Army light forces, including airborne, air assault, and Stryker brigades. The mount is a wear item and replacement part essential to maintaining mortar platoon readiness. The Army's need for this component reflects ongoing sustainment requirements for its mortar fleet rather than a new weapons program, see the solicitation for specific quantities, configurations, and any technical data package requirements.
Key facts
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Army, Aviation & Missile Command (AMC), ACC-DTA |
| Notice type | Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | W912CH-27-R-A026 |
| NAICS | 332994 (Small Arms, Ordnance, and Ordnance Accessories Manufacturing) |
| Set-aside | Small Business Set Aside – Total |
| Response deadline | November 12, 2026 at 1:00 PM ET |
| Place of performance | (Not specified in metadata; see the solicitation) |
Who can bid
This opportunity is exclusive to small businesses under SBA's size standard for NAICS 332994. To qualify, your business must meet the SBA's employee-based or revenue-based size threshold—ordinarily 1,000 employees for this NAICS, though you should verify current standards at SBA.gov.
Given the nature of this work, ideal bidders typically include:
- Defense manufacturers with experience in ordnance fabrication, heat treatment, and machining to military tolerances
- Machine shops holding ISO 9001 or AS9100 quality certifications, with capacity for medium-volume production of steel alloy components
- Existing Army suppliers familiar with MIL-SPEC requirements, First Article Testing, and government-unique clauses like DFARS 252.211-7003 (Item Identification and Valuation)
You need active SAM.gov registration, a CAGE code, and likely a current DUNS/UEI. If you lack defense contracting experience, partnering with a mentor (under SBA's All Small Mentor-Protégé Program) or subcontracting to an experienced manufacturer may strengthen your technical approach—though as the prime, you must perform the "primary and vital" requirements and meet the limitations on subcontracting (50% for supplies, per 13 CFR 125.6).
How to put together a competitive bid
Technical compliance is paramount. Mortar mounts operate under explosive shock loading and must meet strict dimensional tolerances for interface with existing tubes and baseplates. Review any related technical data package (TDP) or MIL-STD references in the solicitation. If you're reverse-engineering from a sample, budget for metrology and First Article Test (FAT) costs.
Quality systems matter. The Army typically requires evidence of a compliant Quality Management System. If you hold ISO 9001 or AS9100, highlight this. If not, expect to describe your inspection processes, material traceability, and non-conformance tracking. Source inspections by DCMA are common for ordnance items.
Pricing realism. Analyze your material costs (likely high-strength steel alloys), machining time, heat treatment, and protective finishes (possibly Manganese Phosphate or CARC paint). Include provisional sums for FAT and any required ballistic or environmental testing. The Army evaluates on best value—low price alone rarely wins if technical risk is perceived.
Past performance. Cite comparable deliverables: other mortar components, recoil mechanisms, or similar stressed mechanical assemblies. Include CPARS references or commercial equivalents.
Cybersecurity. If the solicitation requires NIST SP 800-171 compliance or CMMC certification, confirm your status now. Even for seemingly low-tech hardware, DFARS 252.204-7012 may apply to covered defense information in technical data exchanges.
Next steps
Access the full solicitation W912CH-27-R-A026 on SAM.gov immediately. Review all attachments, including the Statement of Work, technical specifications, and Section K representations and certifications. Given the November 12, 2026 deadline at 1:00 PM Eastern, allow ample time for questions, potential site visits or pre-bid conferences, and system testing if SAM.gov submission is required. Late proposals are not accepted.
View the official notice on SAM.gov →