Investigation Support Services
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 Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) is conducting market research through a Sources Sought/Request for Information (RFI) to identify qualified Women-Owned Small Businesses (WOSB) capable of providing Investigation Support Services. These services will support the ATF's National Center for Explosive Training and Research (NCETR) in Huntsville, AL, specifically for Explosives Relief of Disabilities (EROD) applications. The government anticipates a Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP) Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract. Responses are due May 15, 2026.
Scope of Work
The required services include special investigative services, associated travel, and administrative support for the investigation and processing of EROD applications. This involves managing application receipt, processing, and conducting field investigations in accordance with the EROD Special Investigator (SI) Manual and ATF policies. Key performance standards include maintaining Top-Secret security clearance, having at least three years of relevant investigative experience (EROD, criminal, or personnel), and submitting electronic reports.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Request for Information (RFI)
- Anticipated Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP) Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ)
- Duration: One Base Year and four (4) Option Years
- Set-Aside: Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB) Program Set-Aside (FAR 19.15)
- Response Due: May 15, 2026, 5:00 PM EST
- Published: May 8, 2026
- Place of Performance: Huntsville, AL
Response Requirements
Interested sources must submit:
- Company information (name, CAGE, address, POC, UEI, GSA/IDIQ status, business size, socio-economic status).
- A summary of relevant past experience (minimum three references from the past five years).
- A Capability Statement detailing how requirements of the Draft Performance Work Statement (PWS) will be fulfilled.
Additional Notes
This is for informational and market research purposes only and is not a request for proposal or quote. No pricing information is requested, and responses are not considered offers. The government will not reimburse costs incurred for responding. Respondents should not submit proprietary information. Contractors must obtain a DOJ-issued PIV card, successfully complete a Tier 5 (T5) Background Investigation, and maintain active SAM and DUNS registration.