W15QKN21D0005
Indefinite Delivery Contract
Overview
Government Description
Base contract award for the manufacture and delivery of the Modular Artillery Charge System (MACS) M231/M232-SERIES combustible case assemblies for the 155MM propelling charges. Includes production and delivery of both M231 (LOW-ZONE) and M232-SERIES (high-zone, including M232A2) combustible case assemblies, which are key components for 155MM artillery applications. The assemblies are designed to burn cleanly, use environmentally compliant ingredients, and feature a rigid case for automatic handling and loading. Additional efforts include production acceleration and ramp-up to support urgent requirements, including support for Ukraine.
Government Project
MACS M231/M232-SERIES CC
Awardee
Awarding Agency
Funding Agency
Pricing
Order Dependent (IDV Only)
Set Aside
None
Extent Competed
Not Competed
Multiple / Single Award
Single Award
Who Can Use
Single Agency
Vehicle Ceiling
$1,897,930,974 (39% Used)
Related Opportunity
Analysis Notes
Place of Performance Largest percentage of work under issued task orders completed at: Coachella, California 92236 United States.
Sole Source This IDC was awarded sole source to Armtec Defense Products because the government believes that only one company can provide the product / service (FAR 6.302-1).
Amendment Since initial award the Vehicle Ceiling has increased 814% from $207,659,016 to $1,897,930,975.
Subcontracting Plan This IDC has an Individual Subcontract Plan. The Department of Defense has an overall 2023 small business subcontracting goal of 30%
Sole Source This IDC was awarded sole source to Armtec Defense Products because the government believes that only one company can provide the product / service (FAR 6.302-1).
Amendment Since initial award the Vehicle Ceiling has increased 814% from $207,659,016 to $1,897,930,975.
Subcontracting Plan This IDC has an Individual Subcontract Plan. The Department of Defense has an overall 2023 small business subcontracting goal of 30%
Armtec Defense Products was awarded
Indefinite Delivery Contract W15QKN21D0005 (W15QKN-21-D-0005)
by
PEO Armaments & Ammunition
for Base Contract for Modular Artillery Charge System (MACS)
in March 2021.
The IDC
has a duration of 5 years and
was awarded
through solicitation W15QKN-20-R-0012 - Modular Artillery Charge System (MACS) M231/M232-series Combustible Case Assemblies
full & open
with
NAICS 332993 and
PSC 1320
via sole source acquisition procedures with 1 bid received.
To date, $741,072,121 has been obligated through this vehicle.
The total ceiling is $1,897,930,974, of which 39% has been used.
DOD Announcements
Mar 2021:
Armtec Defense Products Co., Coachella, California, was awarded a $207,659,016 firm-fixed-price contract for Modular Artillery Charge Systems M231/M232-series combustible case assemblies for 155mm propelling charges. Bids were solicited via the internet with one received. Work locations and funding will be determined with each order, with an estimated completion date of March 5, 2026. U.S. Army Contracting Command, Newark, New Jersey, is the contracting activity (W15QKN-21-D-0005).
Sep 2023: Armtec Defense Products Co., Coachella, California, was awarded a $691,628,515 modification (P00003) to contract W15QKN-21-D-0005 for artillery charge systems and combustible case assemblies. Work locations and funding will be determined with each order, with an estimated completion date of March 4, 2026. Army Contracting Command, Newark, New Jersey, is the contracting activity.
Sep 2025: Armtec Defense Products Co., Coachella, California, was awarded a $998,643,443 modification (P00004) to contract W15QKN-21-D-0005 for Modular Artillery Charge System M231 and M232-series Combustible Case Assemblies. The modification brings the total cumulative face value of the contract to $1,897,930,975. Work locations and funding will be determined with each order, with an estimated completion date of March 4, 2026. Army Contracting Command, Newark, New Jersey, is the contracting activity.
Sep 2023: Armtec Defense Products Co., Coachella, California, was awarded a $691,628,515 modification (P00003) to contract W15QKN-21-D-0005 for artillery charge systems and combustible case assemblies. Work locations and funding will be determined with each order, with an estimated completion date of March 4, 2026. Army Contracting Command, Newark, New Jersey, is the contracting activity.
Sep 2025: Armtec Defense Products Co., Coachella, California, was awarded a $998,643,443 modification (P00004) to contract W15QKN-21-D-0005 for Modular Artillery Charge System M231 and M232-series Combustible Case Assemblies. The modification brings the total cumulative face value of the contract to $1,897,930,975. Work locations and funding will be determined with each order, with an estimated completion date of March 4, 2026. Army Contracting Command, Newark, New Jersey, is the contracting activity.
Status
(Complete)
Modified 9/26/25
Period of Performance
3/5/21
Start Date
3/4/26
Ordering Period End Date
Task Order Obligations
$741.1M
Total Obligated
$741.1M
Current Award
$741.1M
Potential Award
Federal Award Analysis
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Opportunity Lifecycle
Procurement history for W15QKN21D0005
Transaction History
Modifications to W15QKN21D0005
People
Suggested agency contacts for W15QKN21D0005
Competition
Number of Bidders
1
Solicitation Procedures
Sole Source
Other Than Full and Open Competition
Only One Source - Other
Evaluated Preference
None
Commercial Item Acquisition
Commercial Item Procedures Not Used
Simplified Procedures for Commercial Items
No
Other Categorizations
Subcontracting Plan
Individual Subcontract Plan
Cost Accounting Standards
Exempt
Business Size Determination
Large Business
DoD Claimant Code
None
Awardee UEI
ZHMBDGNETMG3
Awardee CAGE
22792
Agency Detail
Awarding Office
W15QKN W6QK ACC-PICA
Funding Office
W90Z7N W6DT PEO AMMO
Created By
padds.w15qkn@cs.army.mil
Last Modified By
sysorig.w15qkn@sa2100
Approved By
sysorig.w15qkn@sa2100
Legislative
Legislative Mandates
Materials, Supplies, Articles & Equipment
Awardee District
CA-25
Senators
Dianne Feinstein
Alejandro Padilla
Alejandro Padilla
Representative
Raul Ruiz
Budget Funding
| Federal Account | Budget Subfunction | Object Class | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Procurement of Ammunition, Army (021-2034) | Department of Defense-Military | Supplies and materials (26.0) | $6,038,566 | 100% |
Last Modified: 9/26/25