Notice of Intent to Sole Source - NOMAD
Overview
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Original Source
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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 Energy (DOE), National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA), specifically the NNSA NON-MO CNTRCTNG OPS DIV, has issued a Notice of Intent to Sole Source to NOMAD Global Communication Solution, Inc. for a five-year Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract. This contract is for the provision of Specialized Counter-Unmanned Aircraft Systems (C-UAS) to detect, track, identify, mitigate, and defeat UAS threats. The notice was published on March 30, 2026, with a response date of April 15, 2026.
Scope of Work
The acquisition aims to secure a C-UAS system capable of real-time detection, tracking, identification, mitigation, and defeat of UAS threats. The system must integrate with existing security infrastructure to enhance protection. The initial phase involves development, extensive field integration, testing, and validation. Subsequent orders will focus on integrated technologies manufactured and/or supplied by NOMAD GLOBAL COMMUNICATION SOLUTIONS, INC. The place of performance is ROAD FORKS, NM.
Contract Details
- Type: Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ)
- Duration: Five years
- Pricing: Firm-Fixed Price (FFP) for development and integration
- Set-Aside: Other than Full and Open Competition (Sole Source)
- Response Date for Notice: April 15, 2026
- Published Date: March 30, 2026
- Product Service Code: 2350 (Combat, Assault, And Tactical Vehicles, Tracked)
- NAICS Code: 336211 (Motor Vehicle Body Manufacturing) with a 400-employee size standard.
Justification for Sole Source
The justification cites that NOMAD GCS is the only manufacturer capable of providing an integrated C-UAS system that meets specific operational, safety, redundancy, and sustainment requirements. Their system is described as unique due to its integrated command, control, power management, support capabilities, seamless interoperability, and a 12-year warranty with 24/7/365 technical support. Market research indicated no other companies could meet these technical requirements.
Additional Notes
This document is a justification for sole-source procurement, not a solicitation for proposals. The NNSA will utilize market research and Sources Sought Notices for future acquisitions to foster competition. Interested parties who believe they can meet the requirements should contact the contracting office by the response date.