Iowa Army Ammunition Plant Sources Sought
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, specifically the U.S. Army Contracting Command-Rock Island, on behalf of the Office of Project Lead Joint Services (PL JS), has issued a Sources Sought notice for the Facility Management, Maintenance, and Oversight of the Iowa Army Ammunition Plant (IAAAP). This market research aims to identify interested sources and gather industry input for future procurement strategy development for the Government-Owned, Contractor-Operated (GOCO) facility in Middletown, IA. The U.S. Government is exploring novel and unique models for the plant's operation, maintenance, and modernization. Responses are due April 12, 2026.
Scope of Work
The operating contractor will be responsible for comprehensive facility management, maintenance, and modernization, alongside providing base support services. Key responsibilities include:
- Grounds maintenance
- Modernization strategic planning
- Property administration
- Environmental compliance
- Public relations
- Material management of Government Furnished Materials
- Fire protection, safety, and security
The USG is specifically evaluating an "Industrial Park" model, where a single facility management company would oversee the entire installation and actively market IAAAP facilities for commercial use by private sector firms.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research (for a planned long-term lease or facility use contract)
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Place of Performance: Iowa Army Ammunition Plant, Middletown, IA
- Planned Acquisition Start: Fiscal Year (FY) 2031, with a transition period in FY 2030 and modernization projects commencing October 2030.
- Industry Briefing: Scheduled for the 2026 Munitions Executive Summit (MES) in Parsippany, NJ on March 17-18, 2026.
- Industry Days: Multiple Industry Days are anticipated, starting in FY 2026.
- Response Due: April 12, 2026
- Published: February 11, 2026
Submission Requirements
Interested parties should submit capabilities and qualification data demonstrating experience in:
- Management of large industrial parks, particularly those involving energetic materials production.
- Explosives safety.
- Design, construction, commissioning, maintenance, and operation of explosive production facilities.
- Modernization strategic planning and environmental compliance.
Respondents are also encouraged to provide feedback on potential terms and conditions, including contract length, incentive arrangements, application of industry best practices, third-party sales/revenue sharing, future use of underutilized workspaces, teaming arrangements, cost-effective production processes, business operating models, Economic Price Adjustments, and transition period issues. Submissions should include "White Papers" addressing transition challenges.
Submissions must be sent via electronic mail to Olivia Knox (olivia.r.knox.civ@army.mil) and Ryan Oliver (ryan.m.oliver9.civ@army.mil). Company details are limited to three pages, and feedback on terms and conditions to fifteen pages.
Disclaimer
This is a market survey for planning purposes only and does not constitute a Request for Proposal. The U.S. Government does not intend to award a contract based on this survey or compensate for submitted information. Participation is voluntary.