GelSight Software Purchase
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's ACC-RSA has issued a Special Notice for a sole source requirement to purchase GelSight Modulus™ and GelSight Mobile™ Series 2 Systems and related accessories. This acquisition is justified under FAR 16.505(b)(2)(i)(B) and FAR 16.505(a)(4) due to GelSight's proprietary and patented elastomeric sensor technology, which provides unique and essential capabilities for the Army's mission in ensuring airworthiness through quantitative analysis of defects on complex geometries. Capability statements from all responsible sources are due by May 26, 2026.
Scope of Work
This requirement is for the acquisition of specific GelSight systems and associated items:
- GelSight Modulus™ and GelSight Mobile™ Series 2 Systems with GSM Pro and Tablet (Part # BUN-GS-B50U-MODS2-P12), Quantity 1.
- Validation Plate (VAL-VC04) with Certificate of Calibration (Part # RSP-VC04), Quantity 1.
- Validation Plate (VAL-VC02) with Certificate of Calibration (Part # RSP – VC02), Quantity 1.
- Domestic Packaging and Shipping (Part # SHP – DOM), Quantity 2.
These systems are critical for producing immediate, high-resolution 3D surface maps for defect analysis.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Special Notice (Sole Source Synopsis)
- Anticipated Contract Type: Fixed Price
- Anticipated Contract Vehicle: GSA: BPA (with potential for ELA/DOD-ESI/CHESS platform addition)
- Funds: Operations & Maintenance, Army (OMA)
- Period of Performance: July 1, 2026 - June 30, 2027
- Desired Award Date: June 30, 2026
- NAICS Code: 513210 (Software Publishers)
- Product Service Code: DA10 (Support Services, Delivered As A Service Contract (Saa S Or Subscription) Involved With The Analysis, Design, Development, Code, Test And Release Packaging Services Associated With Application Development Projects, As Well As Off The Shelf Business Software.)
- Place of Performance: Redstone Arsenal, AL
- Capability Statement Due: May 26, 2026, 05:00 AM UTC
- Published Date: May 19, 2026
Set-Aside & Justification
This is a Sole Source acquisition, with GelSight, Inc. identified as the only source capable of fulfilling the requirement. The justification cites the proprietary and patented nature of GelSight's elastomeric sensor technology, which is deemed essential and unique for the mission.
Response Information
This notice is not a request for competitive quotes. However, in accordance with FAR 5.207(c)(16)(ii), all responsible sources may submit a capability statement, proposal, or quotation for consideration by the agency. ACC-RSA will not be responsible for any costs incurred by interested parties. Phone calls will not be accepted.
Contacts
- Primary: Daniel Detrick (daniel.r.detrick.civ@army.mil)
- Secondary: Dianna Cooper (dianna.cooper2.civ@army.mil)