DOJ Awards $874K for 9MM Ammunition to Kinetic Group Sales LLC
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $87,415 ($87.4K)
Contractor: THE Kinetic Group Sales LLC
Awarding Agency: Department of Justice
Start Date: 2026-04-10
End Date: 2026-08-31
Contract Duration: 143 days
Daily Burn Rate: $611/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE
Sector: Defense
Official Description: TITLE: OTDF-FOR-202604-04 (9MM REDUCED LEAD) REQUESTOR: WENDY J MARTINS-ABRELL AFT#: 2026-TR-0149 REF AWARD/BPA: 15F06722D0004285 DELIVERY DATE: 08/31/2026
Place of Performance
Location: ANOKA, ANOKA County, MINNESOTA, 55303
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Justice obligated $87,415.2 to THE KINETIC GROUP SALES LLC for work described as: TITLE: OTDF-FOR-202604-04 (9MM REDUCED LEAD) REQUESTOR: WENDY J MARTINS-ABRELL AFT#: 2026-TR-0149 REF AWARD/BPA: 15F06722D0004285 DELIVERY DATE: 08/31/2026 Key points: 1. Contract awarded for 9MM reduced lead ammunition. 2. The Kinetic Group Sales LLC is the awardee. 3. Competition was full and open. 4. This falls under Small Arms Ammunition Manufacturing.
Value Assessment
Rating: good
The award amount of $874,152.00 for 9MM reduced lead ammunition appears reasonable given the market for specialized ammunition. Benchmarking against similar government contracts for ammunition of this type would provide a more precise assessment.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The contract was awarded under full and open competition, indicating a robust price discovery process. This method generally leads to competitive pricing as multiple vendors had the opportunity to bid.
Taxpayer Impact: The use of full and open competition suggests that taxpayer funds are being utilized efficiently by securing a competitive price for essential ammunition.
Public Impact
Ensures supply of critical ammunition for law enforcement operations. Supports domestic manufacturing of specialized ammunition. Potential impact on availability of reduced lead ammunition for other agencies.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 61 / 10
Positive Signals
- Full and open competition utilized.
- Firm fixed price contract type.
- Delivery order against an existing BPA.
Sector Analysis
This contract falls within the Small Arms Ammunition Manufacturing sector. Spending in this sector is driven by defense and law enforcement needs, with pricing influenced by raw material costs and production capacity.
Small Business Impact
The data indicates that this contract was not awarded to a small business (sb: false). Further analysis would be needed to determine if small businesses were excluded or if they did not bid.
Oversight & Accountability
The award is a delivery order against an existing BPA (15F06722D0004285), suggesting prior oversight and vetting of the contract vehicle. The Department of Justice's Drug Enforcement Administration is the procuring agency.
Related Government Programs
- Small Arms Ammunition Manufacturing
- Department of Justice Contracting
- Drug Enforcement Administration Programs
Risk Flags
- Quantity of ammunition not specified.
- Per-unit cost benchmark not available.
- Small business participation not indicated.
Tags
small-arms-ammunition-manufacturing, department-of-justice, mn, delivery-order, under-100k
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Justice awarded $87,415.2 to THE KINETIC GROUP SALES LLC. TITLE: OTDF-FOR-202604-04 (9MM REDUCED LEAD) REQUESTOR: WENDY J MARTINS-ABRELL AFT#: 2026-TR-0149 REF AWARD/BPA: 15F06722D0004285 DELIVERY DATE: 08/31/2026
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is THE KINETIC GROUP SALES LLC.
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Justice (Drug Enforcement Administration).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $87,415.2.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2026-04-10. End: 2026-08-31.
What is the specific quantity of ammunition being procured under this delivery order?
The provided data does not explicitly state the quantity of 9MM reduced lead ammunition. The total award amount is $874,152.00, and the North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code is 332992 (Small Arms Ammunition Manufacturing). To determine the quantity, one would need the per-unit price or the total number of rounds.
How does the price per round compare to market benchmarks for reduced lead 9MM ammunition?
Without the specific quantity, a per-unit cost cannot be calculated. However, the award amount of $874,152.00 for an unspecified quantity of 9MM reduced lead ammunition requires comparison with current market rates for similar government contracts and commercial sales. Factors like bulk discounts and specific lead reduction technologies will influence this comparison.
What is the strategic importance of 'reduced lead' ammunition for the DEA?
Reduced lead ammunition is often used in indoor training facilities or areas with environmental concerns to minimize lead exposure and contamination. For the DEA, this likely relates to maintaining operational readiness through safe and compliant training practices, potentially reducing long-term health liabilities and environmental cleanup costs.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Manufacturing › Other Fabricated Metal Product Manufacturing › Small Arms Ammunition Manufacturing
Product/Service Code: AMMUNITION AND EXPLOSIVES
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Solicitation Procedures: SUBJECT TO MULTIPLE AWARD FAIR OPPORTUNITY
Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Parent Company: Vista Outdoor Inc.
Address: 1 VISTA WAY, ANOKA, MN, 55303
Business Categories: Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, Manufacturer of Goods, Not Designated a Small Business, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $87,415
Exercised Options: $87,415
Current Obligation: $87,415
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS/SERVICES
Cost or Pricing Data: NO
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: 15F06722D0004285
IDV Type: IDC
Timeline
Start Date: 2026-04-10
Current End Date: 2026-08-31
Potential End Date: 2026-08-31 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2026-04-10
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