2026 APBI Save the Date
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
Team Aberdeen Proving Ground (APG) will host its Advance Planning Briefing to Industry (APBI) from April 21–22, 2026, at APG, MD. This Special Notice serves as a save-the-date and provides updates for this hybrid event, offering industry stakeholders a crucial look into the organization's future contracting landscape, specifically for Fiscal Years 2028-2029. The event is open to all interested contractors, including large and small businesses, academia, and other government stakeholders.
Purpose and Scope
The APG APBI aims to identify and showcase potential contracting opportunities aligned with APG's mission areas and strategic initiatives. It fosters collaboration between industry and government to address emerging challenges and drive long-term success. The event will feature traditional contract opportunity briefings, strategic initiatives, and small business highlights. Special interest sessions may also be held at the Mallette Training Facility (MTF).
Event Details & Participation
- Dates: April 21–22, 2026
- Location: Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD (Myer Auditorium, Building 6000)
- Format: Hybrid event with both in-person and virtual attendance via MS Teams.
- Registration: In-person attendees require no-fee registration via Eventbrite (links provided for Day 1 and Day 2). Virtual attendance does not require registration.
- Contact: usarmy.apg.cecom.mbx.apbi-registration@army.mil
Key Forecasted Opportunities & Insights
Several documents provide insights into future opportunities:
- DEVCOM C5ISR Center: Focuses on technology interests and strategic initiatives within Research and Technology Integration (RTI) and Engineering and Systems Integration (ESI) Directorates, including C-UAS, Network and Communications, Defensive Cyber Operations, and various Broad Agency Announcements (BAAs).
- CPE ST3: Outlines training and simulation requirements, including programs like Training Simulation Software/Training Management Tool (TSS/TMT) ($250M OTA), Soldier Virtual Trainer (SVT) ($50M OTA/FAR), and Threat Support Operations, Maintenance and Integration Support III (TSOMIS III) ($490M IDIQ).
- DPW: Forecasts two 8(a) set-aside Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP) contracts for Traffic Signal Maintenance and Repair ($2.1M) and Emergency Generator Maintenance and Repair ($4.3M), both anticipated for Q3 FY25 release.
- CPE CBRND: Details opportunities in Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear (CBRN) defense, including consortia (MCDC, CWMD), Other Transaction Authorities (OTAs), and specific programs like WARP, FFBS, and RAPID.
- ATEC: Presents a wide array of FY26 contract opportunities, many designated as Small Business Set-Asides, covering services such as GFEBS Support ($1.7M), Facility Sustainment ($99M IDIQ), IT Support ($249M IDIQ), Cybersecurity ($4M), Scientific and Engineering Support ($9.9M IDIQ), and Aberdeen Test Support Services (ATSS) ($700M Unrestricted IDIQ).
- CPE ISW: Highlights opportunities in Intelligence and Spectrum Warfare, including HQ SETA Follow-on ($60M-$90M), PM DCO PMSS SETA Support ($148M-$175M), Modular Electromagnetic Spectrum System (MEMSS) ($67.9M-$101.8M), and a P3I MA IDIQ for Tactical Space Superiority (TSS) systems ($1.6B-$2.4B).
- C2IN: Details opportunities in Command and Control (C2) and Artificial Intelligence (AI), such as NGC2 Data and AI ecosystem integration, PM C2I Product Support, NGC2 Engineering, Integration, and Follow-On Support Services (EIF), and various network modernization efforts.
Action Items
Industry partners are encouraged to complete the provided surveys (links in attached PDFs) to rank preferred contract opportunities for deeper discussions and potential one-on-one interactions. Surveys close COB March 20, 2025. APBI contract slides are anticipated to be posted electronically in February 2026.