COUNTERMEASURES PRODUCTION PROCESS EQUIPMENT DESIGN
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 Department of the Army (W6QK ACC-RI) has published a Justification and Approval (J&A) for Other Than Full and Open Competition for COUNTERMEASURES PRODUCTION PROCESS EQUIPMENT DESIGN at Crane, IN. This document outlines the rationale for a sole-source procurement of specialized technical services for the modernization of Countermeasures Production Process Equipment at the Crane Army Ammunition Activity (CAAA).
Scope of Work
The procurement is for technical and specialized equipment design services for CAAA's countermeasures flare production process line. The effort is planned in four phases:
- Phase 1: Existing Process Evaluation, Market Research, and Preliminary Design
- Phase 2: Full Design Development
- Phase 3: Equipment Procurement and Pre-solicitation Assistance
- Phase 4: Design Assistance during Procurement and Installation
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition (Sole Source)
- Set-Aside: None specified (sole-source justification)
- Published: March 5, 2026
Rationale for Sole Source
The J&A cites 41 U.S.C. 1901 and FAR 13.501(a)(1)(ii) as the basis for this sole-source acquisition. The rationale emphasizes previous procurements with Franklin Engineering by the U.S. Navy and the potential for mission disruption if a new firm were engaged. Market research, including a Sources Sought notice on SAM.gov, has been conducted, but no other sources have expressed written interest to date. The contract will include FAR clause 52.244-5, Competition in Subcontracting.
Additional Notes
This document is a justification for a non-competitive award. While the contracting activity will publish notices required by FAR 5.201, effective competition is not applicable for this sole-source action. Interested parties should monitor SAM.gov for any related future notices.