Basic and Applied Research and Facilities Operation and Maintenance for Ground Vehicle Systems Center
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
The U.S. Army Contracting Command-Detroit Arsenal (ACC-DTA) has issued a Notice of Intent (NOI) to negotiate solely with Southwest Research Institute (CAGE Code 26401). This action is to provide the Ground Vehicle Systems Center (GVSC) with continued support for research and development of military-grade fuels and lubricants. This is not a request for proposal or a solicitation for competitive offers. The government is not bound by this notice.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for continued support in the research and development of military-grade fuels and lubricants for the Ground Vehicle Systems Center (GVSC).
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Presolicitation (Notice of Intent to Sole Source)
- Set-Aside: None (Intent to Sole Source)
- Published: June 15, 2026
- Response Due: Not applicable (This is not a request for proposals)
Additional Notes
ACC-DTA intends to negotiate solely with Southwest Research Institute, as prescribed by FAR 6.103-1(b). This notice explicitly states it is not a request for proposal, nor is it seeking offerors to be placed on a solicitation mailing list. It is a notice of intent and does not bind the government to any action.