Philippine Army to Acquire 123,630 High-Explosive Rounds of 40mm Grenades

MANILA, -- The Philippine Army (PA) has allocated Php268,277,100 for the acquisition of 40mm high explosive rounds for the use of its grenade launchers and other similar weapons.

Around 123,630 rounds are to be acquired.

The 40mm grenade is a military grenade caliber for grenade launchers in service with many armed forces.

PA spokesperson Lt. Col. Noel Detoyato said the 40mm grenade is part of their basic load requirement for their 40mm grenade launchers.

Pre-bid conference is scheduled for July 21, 9 a.m. at the Philippine Army Bids and Awards Committee Conference Room, Fort Bonifacio, Metro Manila.

While bid opening and submission is slated this coming Aug. 4, also 9 a.m.