Cold Spray Corrosion Repair System
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 Army Contracting Command, Redstone Arsenal – Letterkenny Munitions Center (ACC-RSA-LEMC) is issuing a Sources Sought/Request for Information (RFI) to identify capable sources for a Cold Spray Corrosion Repair System at Letterkenny Army Depot (LEAD). This RFI is for market research to develop an acquisition strategy for a future commercial, Firm Fixed Price, competitive supply contract, anticipated to be awarded by April 30, 2026. Responses are due February 20, 2026, 12:00 P.M. Eastern Time.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for one (1) Cold Spray Corrosion Repair System for LEAD, intended for corrosion repair of various assets. The system must include:
- System Components: Cold spray metal deposition subsystem (high-pressure nitrogen, >= 1200 psi), nitrogen generation/compressor package (>= 99.9% purity, >= 1300 SCFH), two 20' modified shipping containers (one 480V/3Ph/60Hz, one 120/208 Volt), a complete air compressor package (>= 55 SCFM at 125 PSI, >= 15 HP), a nitrogen booster package (>= 25 HP, up to 4500 PSI), and three high-pressure cylinders with crate and manifold.
- Robot Subsystem: Lightweight, medium-duty cobot with high lift capability (max 41 kg), max payload 20kg, reach >= 1400 mm, IP67 rating, all axis brakes, safety-rated force/torque sensors, and advanced EtherNet/IP adapter. Must be mountable to a stable fixture table.
- Design & Safety: Equipment must be new, latest proven model/design, complying with all applicable federal, state, local, and Army regulations (OSHA, NFPA, LEAD-R 385-1). Requires a site-specific spill response plan if hazardous materials are managed.
- Installation & Warranty: Contractor provides all labor for design, fabrication, and installation. Minimum one (1) year or industry standard warranty.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Sources Sought / Request for Information
- Anticipated Contract Type: Commercial, Firm Fixed Price, competitive, supply contract
- Anticipated Award: No later than April 30, 2026
- Response Due: February 20, 2026, 12:00 P.M. Eastern Time
- Published Date: February 5, 2026
Eligibility & Set-Aside
- NAICS Code: 333248 – All Other Industrial Machinery Manufacturing
- Small Business Size Standard: 750 Employees
- Set-Aside: No decision has been made regarding a set-aside; the Government is seeking responses from all interested capable businesses.
Requested Information
Interested firms must provide a Capabilities Statement addressing:
- Experience supplying cold spray units and ability to meet the Draft Purchase Description (PD) requirements.
- Estimated time to accomplish the requirement.
- Past similar work for Government Agencies, contract vehicles, numbers, and POCs.
- Obstacles, lessons learned, or best practices from past similar contracts.
- Internal capabilities vs. teaming/subcontracting needs.
- General questions or clarifications regarding the requirement.
- Explanation of ability to perform at least 50% of the work if a Small-Business Set-Aside is applied (FAR 52.219-14).
- Socio-economic status (Small, SDB, 8(a), WOSB, HUBZone, SDVOSB) with documentary proof.
- SAM reps and certs, and SBA Profile.
Additionally, offer recommendations to improve the technical specifications and draft PD, identifying any conditions that unnecessarily restrict competition.
Submission Details
Submit Capabilities Statements to Mr. Thomas C. Hall at Thomas.c.hall111.civ@army.mil by the deadline. All information submitted will be held confidential. Contractors must be registered in SAM.gov.