Exception to Fair Opportunity - CRBN Filters
Overview
Buyer
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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, specifically the Army Contracting Command-Detroit Arsenal (ACC-DTA), has issued a Justification for an Exception to Fair Opportunity for the procurement of CRBN Filters (Gas Particulate and Air Purifier filters). This action proposes a Firm-Fixed Price delivery order valued at an estimated $48.6 million to HDT Expeditionary Systems, Inc. (HDT) under an existing MADOC contract (W56HZV-22-D-0018).
Scope of Requirement
The requirement is for approximately 15,426 units of various Gas Particulate and Air Purifier filters, including M98 Gas-Particulate Filter Set (GPFS), M24 Filter, Particulate, M48A1 FILTER, GAS-PARTICUL (TAN), M23A1 Filter, Gas, M98 GAS ONLY (CLAM), M13A1 Gas-Particulate Filter Unit (GPFU), M13 Particulate Filter, M2A2 Air Purifier, M1A1 Precleaner, and M14 Gas-Particulate Filter Unit (GPFU). These filters are for the U.S. Army Tank-automotive and Armaments Command (TACOM) Integrated Logistics Support Center (ILSC).
Justification Details
The justification cites Title 10 United States Code §3406(c)(1) due to an urgent need that would result in unacceptable delays if fair opportunity were provided. The document highlights significant performance issues and contract terminations for default with the other MADOC awardee, Design West Technologies (DWT). HDT is identified as the only responsible source capable of fulfilling the urgent requirements in a timely manner. Alternatives, such as competing outside the MADOC or among MADOC holders, were considered but rejected due to the critical need and DWT's performance history.
Contract Details
- Type: Justification for Exception to Fair Opportunity (leading to a Firm-Fixed Price delivery order)
- Estimated Value: $48.6 million
- Proposed Contractor: HDT Expeditionary Systems, Inc.
- Contract Vehicle: Existing MADOC contract (W56HZV-22-D-0018)
- Set-Aside: Not applicable (Sole Source Justification)
- Product Service Code: 4240 (Safety And Rescue Equipment)
- Place of Performance: Solon, OH, United States
Timeline
- Published Date: May 11, 2026
Contact Information
- Primary Contact: Patrick Burch
- Email: patrick.m.burch2.civ@army.mil
- Phone: 15715889040