Intent to Solicit only one source for detonators and associated accessories

SOL #: W911QX-26-Q-A044Combined Synopsis/SolicitationSole Source

Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSE
Dept Of The Army
W6QK ACC-APG ADELPHI
ADELPHI, MD, 20783-1197, United States

Place of Performance

Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD

NAICS

Explosives Manufacturing (325920)

PSC

Laboratory Equipment And Supplies (6640)

Set Aside

No set aside specified

Timeline

1
Posted
Apr 9, 2026
2
Submission Deadline
Apr 16, 2026, 3:59 PM

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, ACC-APG Adelphi, intends to solicit and award a Firm Fixed-Price (FFP) contract for detonators and associated accessories manufactured by Teledyne Risi Inc. The government plans to award to Teledyne Risi, Inc. as a sole source under 41 USC 1901, but will consider all proposals received by the closing date. Delivery is required at Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD. Responses are due April 16, 2026.

Scope of Work

This Request for Quote (RFQ) is for specific detonators and accessories, including RP-83 EBW (1,500), RP-81 EBW (500), RP-80 Delrin Sleeve (200), RP-3 EBW (200), FS-43 Control Unit (1), and FS-43 Module (1). All items are manufactured by Teledyne Risi Inc. and must be shipped FOB Destination to Aberdeen Proving Ground, Maryland 21005.

Contract & Timeline

  • Contract Type: Commercial, Firm Fixed Price (FFP) under FAR Part 12 Simplified Acquisition Procedures (SAP).
  • NAICS Code: 325920 (Small Business Size Standard: 750 Employees).
  • Set-Aside: N/A (Intent to Solicit Only One Source).
  • Response Due: April 16, 2026, 3:59 PM EST.
  • Delivery: Required within twelve (12) weeks after contract award (ACA) to 6375 Johnson Rd Bldg. 321, Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD 21005.
  • Contract Financing: Not provided.

Submission Requirements

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation issued as an RFQ. Offerors must submit proposals via email to the Primary Point of Contact. Submissions must include:

  • Business size in relation to NAICS code 325920.
  • Identification of any socioeconomic categories.
  • A completed copy of FAR 52.212-3 (Offeror Representations) with its Alternate I.
  • Any exceptions to the solicitation must be stated in a cover letter.
  • No award will be made for less than full quantities solicited.

Additional Notes

While the government intends to award to Teledyne Risi, Inc. (CAGE Code: 3K871), all proposals received by the closing date will be considered. Evaluation criteria are listed as Not Applicable (N/A). Key clauses and provisions, including FAR 52.212-1, 52.212-4, 52.212-5, and various DFARS clauses, apply. Specific local instructions from Adelphi include details on Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF) payment instructions, Item Unique Identification and Valuation (252.211-7003), and requirements for foreign nationals. Payment terms require Net thirty (30) days; shorter terms are unacceptable. The Primary Point of Contact is Crystal L. Demby (crystal.l.demby.civ@army.mil).

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Points of Contact

Crystal L. DembyPRIMARY

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