Notice of Intent to Sole Source - White Phosphorus
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, Army Contracting Command - Rock Island (ACC-RI), on behalf of Pine Bluff Arsenal (PBA), intends to award a sole-source, firm-fixed-price contract to Bayer for the procurement of White Phosphorus. This action is justified under 10 U.S.C. 3204(a)(1) and FAR 6.302-1, citing Bayer as the only known domestic manufacturer capable of meeting the critical requirement.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for a reliable supply of Grade 2 White Phosphorus (WP), a critical military material used for smoke screens, target marking, and incendiary effects. This procurement supports ongoing mission requirements at Pine Bluff Arsenal and aligns with national security concerns for a secure, resilient domestic supply chain.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed Price, Indefinite Quantity Indefinite Delivery (IDIQ)
- Period of Performance: Five years (base year + four 12-month evaluated options)
- Estimated Dollar Value: $5,637,600.00 (including options)
- Projected Award: June 2026
- Place of Performance: White Hall, AR
Set-Aside
This is a sole-source acquisition; therefore, no set-aside requirements apply.
Submission & Evaluation
This Notice of Intent is NOT a Request for Competitive Proposals, and a solicitation will not be issued. However, any responsible source believing it can meet the requirement may submit a capability statement, proposal, or quotation. Submissions must provide clear and convincing evidence of the vendor's ability to provide the exact required supplies. Information received will be considered solely for determining whether to conduct a competitive procurement in the future.
Key Dates & Contact
- Capability Statements Due: May 29, 2026, by 10:00 AM Central Time
- Submission Email: michelle.m.lund3.civ@army.mil
- Contracting Officer: Michelle M. Lund