Notice of Intent to Sole Source: JBTDS
Agency
DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE ARMY.AMC.ACC.ACC-CTRS.ACC-APG.W6QK ACC-APG
Location
Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD
Maryland
Estimated Value
N/A
Type
Special Notice
Service / NAICS
334511
Set-Aside
NONE
Opportunity Summary
This federal contract opportunity from DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE ARMY.AMC.ACC.ACC-CTRS.ACC-APG.W6QK ACC-APG involves notice of intent to sole source: jbtds in Aberdeen Proving Ground, Maryland. This is a NONE set-aside procurement. Responses are due by Mar 26, 2026 (11 days remaining).
Contract Description
Notice of Intent to Make a Sole Source Award. This is not a Request for Quote / Proposals. In accordance with FAR Part 5, the purpose of this notice is to advise industry that Army Contracting Command - Aberdeen Proving Ground (ACC-APG) is contemplating award of a sole source action to Chemring Sensors and Electronic Systems (CSES) for Full Rate Production (FRP) of the Joint Biological Tactical Detection System (JBTDS). The FRP contract will be established as an Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract with a single thirty-six (36) month ordering period. The contract is planned for award in FY26. Award of this contract is contingent upon Full Rate Production (FRP) Decision approval in accordance with the Major Capability Acquisition (MCA) pathway of the Adaptive Acquisition ...
Timeline
Posted Date
Mar 11, 2026
Response Deadline
Mar 26, 2026
11 days remaining
What Contractors Should Know
This is a NONE set-aside, meaning only qualifying small businesses may compete.
Work will be performed in Aberdeen Proving Ground, Maryland. Local presence or experience in this area can strengthen your proposal.
Should You Pursue This?
Good Fit If…
- ✓You hold the required NONE certification
- ✓You have operations or past performance in Maryland
- ✓You have worked with DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE ARMY.AMC.ACC.ACC-CTRS.ACC-APG.W6QK ACC-APG before
Harder to Win If…
- !Only 11 days remaining to prepare your response
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Contractor FAQ
What certifications are needed for this NONE contract?
This opportunity requires NONE certification. Contractors must be registered and certified in SAM.gov with the appropriate small business designation to be eligible to submit proposals.
How do I submit a bid for this DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE ARMY.AMC.ACC.ACC-CTRS.ACC-APG.W6QK ACC-APG contract?
To bid on this opportunity, you must be registered in SAM.gov. Review the full solicitation documents available at SAM.gov, prepare your technical and cost proposals per the instructions, and submit before the response deadline of Mar 26, 2026.
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