Radiation Detector
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, specifically the Tennessee Army National Guard (TNARNG) USPFO, is issuing a Request for Quote (RFQ) for Spectroscopic Personal Radiation Detectors (SPRDs). This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside opportunity for a single Firm Fixed-Price contract. The requirement is for 4 SPRDs capable of detecting and identifying gamma and neutron radiation. Quotes are due by June 3, 2026, at 10:00 AM CDT.
Scope of Work
The TNARNG requires four (4) Spectroscopic Personal Radiation Detectors (SPRDs). These devices must meet specific salient characteristics, including:
- Detection of both gamma and neutron radiation with radionuclide identification.
- Options for Cesium Iodide (CsI) for high sensitivity or Lanthanum Bromide (LaBr) for high resolution (≤3.5%).
- Pager-sized, handheld, and wearable for continuous monitoring.
- IP67 rated for harsh environments and MIL-STD 810G compliant for salt/fog.
- Battery life exceeding 30 hours with hot-swappable functionality.
- Familiar three-button control for one-handed operation.
- Sunlight readable color display.
- Built-in Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, and GPS for remote data viewing and integration with ATAK. Shipment is FOB Destination to TN Army National Guard, BLDG 551, Volunteer Training Site, Smyrna TN 37167.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Single Firm Fixed Price contract.
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5).
- NAICS Code: 334519 - Other Measuring and Controlling Device Manufacturing.
- Product Service Code: 6665 - Hazard Detecting Instruments And Apparatus.
- Place of Performance: Tennessee (Smyrna, TN).
Submission & Evaluation
- Quotes Due: Wednesday, June 3, 2026, at 10:00 AM Central Daylight Time.
- Questions Due: Wednesday, May 27, 2026, at 10:00 AM CST.
- Submission Method: Email quotes to sinamar.b.benauro.civ@army.mil and teresa.a.baxter.civ@army.mil. The subject line must include the solicitation number and company name.
- Required Information: Quotes must include Unique Entity Identifier (UEI), Tax identification number, CAGE code, and Point of Contact (POC) information. All charges must be all-inclusive.
- Eligibility: Vendors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) at https://www.sam.gov/.
- Evaluation Factors: Award will be based on a combination of Technical factors (meeting salient characteristics, descriptive literature, delivery information, warranty, FOB Destination, Buy American compliance) and Price. Past performance will also be considered, with evaluation of performance within the last three years.
Additional Notes
This solicitation incorporates provisions and clauses in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular (FAC) 2026-01.