Pre-Solicitation Synopsis for Assault Breacher Vehicle (ABV) Embedded Diagnostics (ED) for Follow-On Contract
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-Detroit Arsenal (ACC-DTA) has issued a Pre-Solicitation Synopsis for a Sole Source Firm-Fixed Price, five-year Requirements contract to manufacture 37 Assault Breacher Vehicle (ABV) Embedded Diagnostics (ED) units. The Government intends to negotiate with Diagnostics/Retrieval Systems Network and Imaging Systems, Inc. (DRS-NIS). Capability statements from other responsible sources are due by May 15, 2026.
Opportunity Details
This action supports the continued production of the Embedded Diagnostics (ED) system, an integral subsystem of the M1150 ABV. The ED kit consists of software that integrates diagnostic capabilities into the ABV, enabling quick fault identification and isolation while reducing the need for external test equipment. The M1150 ABV is a U.S. military mine and explosives-clearing vehicle based on the M1A1 Abrams-chassis.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sole Source Firm-Fixed Price, five-year Requirements contract
- Intended Awardee: Diagnostics/Retrieval Systems Network and Imaging Systems, Inc. (DRS-NIS) (CAGE: 32865), with production at their Huntsville, AL facility (Facility Code: 24290).
- Justification: FAR 6.103-1(c)(2)(i) "Only One Responsible Source and No Other Supplies or Services Will Satisfy Agency Requirements."
- Set-Aside: None (Sole Source)
- Published: April 30, 2026
- Capability Statement Due: May 15, 2026, at 5:00 PM ET
Response Information
This is a Pre-Solicitation Synopsis for informational purposes only and is not a request for competitive proposals. While the Government intends to award a sole-source contract to DRS-NIS, all responsible sources may submit a capability statement, proposal, or quotation for agency consideration. However, the Government explicitly states it will not make an award based on information received in response to this notice.
Contact Information
For inquiries, contact KELLY HARP at kelly.j.harp.civ@army.mil or 1-520-941-8572.