Blasting Machine
Overview
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PSC
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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 Department of the Army has issued a Justification and Approval (J&A) for Other Than Full and Open Competition to award a Firm-Fixed-Price contract to Blasters Tool & Supply Company, Inc. for Blasting Machines. This procurement, valued at an estimated $989,712, is for the Blasting Machine (NSN 1375-01-417-7104, part number CD450-4J-M) used to activate the Mine Clearing Line Charge (MICLIC) system. The Army Contracting Command - Detroit Arsenal (ACC-DTA) is the contracting agency.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for the Blasting Machine, with a base quantity of 1,044 units and an option for an additional 1,044 units, totaling a potential 2,088 units. These machines are critical for activating the MICLIC system.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price
- Estimated Total Value: $989,712
- Funding: Army Working Capital Funds
- Published Date: March 24, 2026
Justification & Eligibility
This procurement is justified under FAR 6.302-1, "Only One Responsible Source and No Other Supplies or Services Will Satisfy Agency Requirements." The government does not possess the Technical Data Package (TDP) or necessary intellectual property rights for competitive re-procurement, and Blasters Tool & Supply Company, Inc. is identified as the sole producer. Market research, including a Sources Sought Notice, did not yield other interested sources. Although a sole-source justification, any bids or proposals received will be considered as per FAR 5.201.
Blasters Tool & Supply Company, Inc. is a small business concern. Consequently, the solicitation and resulting contract will not require FAR clauses related to "Utilization of Small Business Concerns" or "Competition in Subcontracting," and a small business subcontracting plan is not required. The item has been determined to be a commercial product.
Future Considerations
For future procurements, the government intends to continue efforts to obtain the TDP or a Specifically Negotiated License and conduct further market research to increase competition.