Cornerstone CS-26-1503 APG Static Detonation Chamber Reconfiguration
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 Combat Capabilities Development Command – Chemical Biological Center (DEVCOM CBC), in conjunction with Army Contracting Command – Rock Island (ACC-RI), intends to issue a competitive Cornerstone Initiative Request (CIR) for a prototype project. This effort focuses on designing a new configuration of a complete Static Detonation Chamber (SDC) system for Aberdeen Proving Ground (APG), capable of processing and destroying various munition and chemical agent types. The CIR is restricted to Cornerstone consortium members.
Scope of Work
The prototype project aims to design a modernized SDC system configuration. This system will be capable of processing and destroying a variety of munition types and chemical agent types.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Prototype Project via Cornerstone Other Transaction Agreement (OTA)
- Award Type: One (1) Fixed Price OTA; potential for non-competitive follow-on production OT
- Set-Aside: Restricted to Cornerstone consortium members
- CIR Issuance: On or after May 15, 2026
- Estimated Closing: 30 calendar days after CIR issuance
- Published: May 11, 2026
Evaluation
Whitepaper proposals will be solicited. To be considered, entities must be members of the Cornerstone consortium or have begun the membership process. A signed Cornerstone Consortium Management Agreement is required for OTA award.
Additional Notes
This is a Special Notice for planning purposes only and does not constitute a CIR or an obligation. Any awarded OT will incorporate revised FAR clause 52.204-25. For Cornerstone membership information or questions, contact usarmy.ria.devcom-cbc.mbx.cornerstone-ota@army.mil or visit https://cornerstone.army.mil/.