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Connectec Lands $97M Army Contract for Mortar Weapon Components


Connectec has secured a five-year, $96.7 million firm-fixed-price contract to provide mortar weapon components and related support equipment to the U.S. Army.

The Defense Department said Tuesday the company will supply parts for 60mm and 81mm lightweight mortar weapons as well as mounts, baseplates, direct support tools and basic issue items for 60mm, 81mm and 120mm mortars.

The Army Contracting Command received six bids for the contract through an online solicitation and will provide work location and funds upon issuance of each order.

Connectec is scheduled to complete work Aug. 16, 2021.

Irvine, California-based manufacturer Connectec offers electro-mechanical interconnection systems for aerospace, military, communications, medical and industrial applications.

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