Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense (EBAD) Detonating Cord Assemblies
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 Naval Surface Warfare Center Indian Head Division (NSWC IHD) has issued a Notice of Intent to Sole Source for Detonating Cord Assemblies. NSWC IHD intends to award a firm fixed-price contract to Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense (EBAD) on a noncompetitive basis. This is not a Request for Quote (RFQ).
Scope of Work
This requirement is for the provision of Detonating Cord Assemblies.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Firm Fixed-Price, noncompetitive (sole source)
- NAICS: 325920
- PSC: 1375 (Demolition Materials)
- Response Due: April 14, 2026, by 10 AM (EST)
- Published: March 31, 2026
Justification & Response
The negotiation is being conducted using other than full and open competition procedures pursuant to the authority of FAR 13.106-1(b). This Notice of Intent is not a request for quotes. Interested parties may identify their interests and capability to respond to this requirement. Any response must show clear and convincing evidence that competition would be advantageous to the Government. Information received will be considered solely for the purpose of determining whether or not to conduct a competitive procurement. The determination not to compete this proposed contract action is solely within the discretion of the Government. The Government will not be responsible for any costs incurred by responding to this notice.
Submission Requirements
Responses must be made by the due date and time. Interested vendors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) at https://www.sam.gove/portal/public/SAM. Oral communications are not acceptable. Interested parties shall email all statements, quotes, and capabilities to James (Jimmy) Ludwick at james.e.ludwick2.civ@us.navy.mil and must provide clear and concise documentation indicating a vendor's bona fide capability.