NOTICE OF INTENT TO SOLE SOURCE: Eighty (80) blast overpressure sensors

PROCUREMENT OVERVIEW

The Department of Defense, specifically the Army's Acquisition Command at Aberdeen Proving Ground (APG), is seeking to procure eighty (80) blast overpressure sensors. The core need for this procurement is to enhance the Army's capabilities in monitoring and measuring blast overpressure, which is critical for safety and operational effectiveness in various military applications.

ISSUING ORGANIZATION

The issuing organization is the Department of Defense, Department of the Army, Army Materiel Command (AMC), Acquisition Command (ACC), located in Adelphi, Maryland, USA. The primary contact for this opportunity is William Nuamah, who can be reached via email at [email protected].

KEY DATES

• Posted Date: August 4, 2026
• Proposal Due Date: August 11, 2026, at 15:30 (3:30 PM) EST
• Anticipated Award Date: Not specified
• Performance Period: Not specified

CONTRACT DETAILS

The contract type is expected to be a sole source procurement, although specific details regarding the contract type (e.g., firm-fixed-price, time-and-materials) and estimated contract value are not provided. There are no mentions of option years.

MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS

Bidders must meet the following mandatory requirements:

• Certifications and Registrations: Registration in SAM.gov is required.
• Security Clearances: No specific security clearance requirements are mentioned.
• Set-aside Restrictions: There are no specified set-aside restrictions (e.g., 8(a), HUBZone).
• Geographic Restrictions: No geographic restrictions are indicated.
• Experience Requirements: No minimum years of experience or past performance requirements are detailed.
• Bonding or Insurance Requirements: Not mentioned.

TECHNICAL CAPABILITIES

Bidders must demonstrate specific technical capabilities related to the design, manufacturing, and deployment of blast overpressure sensors. While specific technologies or methodologies are not detailed, familiarity with military standards and operational requirements for such sensors is implied.

DELIVERABLES AND PERFORMANCE STANDARDS

The RFP does not specify key deliverables, milestones, or performance metrics. However, bidders should be prepared to outline their approach to delivering the sensors and any associated documentation or support.

EVALUATION CRITERIA

The evaluation criteria for proposals are not explicitly stated in the RFP. Bidders should prepare to present their technical approach, past performance, and pricing, as these are typically key factors in government evaluations.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

While not mandatory, bidders with prior experience in supplying similar military-grade sensors or related technologies may have a competitive advantage. Additional preferred qualifications may include relevant certifications or partnerships that enhance the bidder's capability to fulfill the contract requirements.

In summary, interested bidders should ensure they are registered in SAM.gov and prepare to demonstrate their technical capabilities in blast overpressure sensors to effectively respond to this sole source opportunity.