Notice of Intent to Award a Sole Source Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP) Purchase Order to Herrick Technology Laboratories, Inc. (HTL) for HTL Radio User Training
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 U.S. Army has issued a Notice of Intent to Award a Sole Source Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP) Purchase Order to Herrick Technology Laboratories, Inc. (HTL) for proprietary user training on HTL-owned radio hardware and software capabilities. This action is authorized under 41 U.S.C. §1901(a)(1) and FAR 12.102(a). While this is not a request for competitive quotes, interested parties believing they can meet the requirements may submit a capability statement, proposal, or quotation by May 6, 2026, at 3:00 PM EST.
Scope of Work
The requirement involves two training events for Army personnel focused on HTL's proprietary radio hardware and software. HTL is the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) and holds proprietary rights to the system, and does not outsource training or have certified vendors. This makes HTL the only source capable of providing the necessary services.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sole Source, Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP) Purchase Order
- Set-Aside: None (Sole Source)
- Product/Service Code: U006 (Vocational/Technical)
- Period of Performance: Date of award through December 31, 2026
- Estimated Value: Not-to-exceed the Simplified Acquisition Threshold
- Response Due: May 6, 2026, 3:00 PM EST
- Published: April 21, 2026
- Place of Performance: Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD
Evaluation
The Government's decision not to compete this proposed contract is based on HTL being the sole source due to proprietary rights and lack of alternative training providers. Responses received will be considered by the agency, but this notice is not a solicitation.
Additional Notes
There is no solicitation document available. All responsible sources should submit responses to Christopher Gaines (christopher.r.gaines4.civ@army.mil) and David Kendrick (david.j.kendrick2.civ@army.mil).