Medusa Seismic Dilatometer Testing (DMT) Equipment

SOL #: b6ab826ec149419481fe2f8e42ec1a79Special NoticeSole Source

Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSE
Dept Of The Army
W07V ENDIST NEW ORLEANS
NEW ORLEANS, LA, 70118-3651, United States

Place of Performance

New Orleans, LA

NAICS

Other Measuring and Controlling Device Manufacturing (334519)

PSC

Geophysical Instruments (6655)

Set Aside

No set aside specified

Timeline

1
Posted
Apr 1, 2026
2
Action Date
Apr 14, 2026, 4:00 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 US Army Corps of Engineers, New Orleans District has issued a Notice of Intent to Award Sole Source for Medusa Seismic Dilatometer Testing (DMT) Equipment. The intended awardee is Applied Research Associates, Inc. This notice is not a request for competitive quotes, but interested firms may submit evidence of their ability to meet the requirements.

Scope of Requirement

The requirement is for Medusa Seismic Dilatometer Testing (DMT) Equipment. The NAICS code is 334519 - Other Measuring and Controlling Device Manufacturing, with a small business size standard of 600 employees. The classification code is 6655 - Geophysical Instruments.

Contract & Timeline

  • Type: Notice of Intent to Award Sole Source
  • Intended Awardee: Applied Research Associates, Inc. (CAGE: 8R488)
  • Department: DEPT OF DEFENSE / DEPT OF THE ARMY
  • Office: W07V ENDIST NEW ORLEANS
  • Place of Performance: New Orleans, LA, United States
  • Published Date: April 1, 2026
  • Response Due: April 14, 2026, at 11:00 AM local time

Response Instructions

This is not a request for competitive quotes. However, any firm that believes it can meet the requirements may submit written notification with supporting evidence. Responses will be evaluated, but the Government reserves the discretion to proceed with the sole source award. If no responses are received, the Government will proceed with the award to Applied Research Associates, Inc.

Contact Information

Responses shall be submitted via e-mail to Taylor H. Brandon at taylor.h.brandon@usace.army.mil. Telephone requests or inquiries will not be accepted.

People

Points of Contact

Taylor H. BrandonPRIMARY
Nakiea ButlerSECONDARY

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