Notice of Intent to Sole Source (MURS Upgrade)
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
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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 Homeland Security (DHS), specifically the CWMD ACQ DIV within the OFFICE OF PROCUREMENT OPERATIONS, has issued a Notice of Intent to Sole Source for the MURS Upgrade (MURS 3.0). This initiative aims to upgrade MDDP's fleet of aging MURS systems to an advanced mobile radiation detection, identification, and source localization system. The response date for this special notice is May 5, 2026.
Scope of Work
The MURS 3.0 system is designed as an advanced mobile radiation detection, identification, and source localization system. It includes day/night contextual imaging and internal navigation subsystems, discreetly installed in a 4x4 vehicle. The MURS assembly meets MIL-STD-910G Ground Mobile requirements for shock, vibration, and impact. Key features include urban threat detection, identification, and tracking with actionable information through high-resolution contextual imagery and interactive urban maps. The MURS module incorporates neutron detectors for L/R detection of neutron sources and main processing nodes for both neutron and gamma detections. The 3.0 design also offers improved size, weight, power consumption, reliability, and modularity.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Special Notice (Notice of Intent to Sole Source)
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Response Due: May 5, 2026, 5:00 PM ET
- Published: May 1, 2026
- Place of Performance: Springfield, KY, United States
Evaluation
This is a Notice of Intent to Sole Source, indicating the agency's intent to award a contract without full and open competition. The purpose of this notice is to allow other responsible sources to submit a statement of capability, demonstrating their ability to meet the requirement. Such statements will be considered by the agency.
Additional Notes
Interested parties who believe they can provide the required MURS 3.0 upgrade should submit their capabilities by the response date. The primary point of contact is Darnell Griffin.