DHS BROAD AGENCY ANNOUNCEMENT (BAA) RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT (R&D) COUNTERING WEAPONS OF MASS DESTRUCTION (CWMD)
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 Homeland Security (DHS) Countering Weapons of Mass Destruction (CWMD) Office has issued a Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) for Research and Development (R&D) to identify, explore, and demonstrate new technologies and capabilities. This BAA aims to prevent, protect against, respond to, and mitigate nuclear, chemical, radiological, and biological threats and incidents. The BAA will remain open for five years, with specific Areas of Interest (AOIs) to be posted periodically on SAM.gov, each with its own submission deadlines.
Scope of Work
This BAA seeks R&D proposals focusing on various portfolios, including Biological Defense, Chemical Defense, Radiological/Nuclear, and Data Analytics. Proposers will respond to specific AOIs, which will detail scope, proposal instructions, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. Submissions may include white papers and/or full proposals, with Technology Readiness Levels (TRLs) specified for each AOI.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) – Solicitation
- Duration: Open for 5 years (until May 6, 2029)
- Estimated Value: Not to exceed $182.3 million over five years
- Awards: Multiple awards are anticipated, primarily Cost Reimbursement type contracts, but FAR-based contracts or Interagency Agreements (IAAs) may be used.
- Initial Period of Performance: Not to exceed 12 months per award, with options for extension.
- Published: May 7, 2024
Evaluation
Two evaluation processes may be used: Single Phased (Technical, Supplemental Data, Cost volumes) or Two Phased (white papers first, then proposals). Evaluation criteria, in descending order of importance, are: Strategic Impact, Technical Approach and Implementation, and Cost/Price Realism and Reasonableness. Specific submission instructions, page limits, and formats will be detailed in each AOI. Oral presentations may be required.
Eligibility / Set-Aside
This BAA is unrestricted and open to ALL responsible sources, including academia, private sector, government laboratories, FFRDCs, and small businesses. Proposers must demonstrate capability to achieve project goals. Registration in SAM.gov is required prior to white paper submission. No portion of the BAA will be set aside for specific small business categories.
Additional Notes
Proposers are responsible for monitoring SAM.gov for updates to specific AOIs, including changes in submission details and deadlines. No funding is provided for direct reimbursement of proposal development costs. White papers and proposals will not be returned. Hazardous materials requirements and export control considerations may apply.