REQUEST FOR INFORMATION - Ballistic Research Laboratory - Computer Aided Design (BRL-CAD) Software Development support services.
Overview
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Set Aside
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 the Army, W6QK ACC-APG ADELPHI, is issuing a Request for Information (RFI), also known as a Sources Sought, to identify qualified contractors capable of providing Ballistic Research Laboratory - Computer Aided Design (BRL-CAD) Software Development support services. This effort aims to support the Transformation Decision Analysis Center (TDAC) for Survivability, Lethality, and Vulnerability (SLV) Modeling and Simulation software development projects. Responses are due January 28, 2026.
Scope of Work
The contractor will provide comprehensive software engineering, development, and analysis support for SLV software projects. Key tasks include gathering requirements, software design, coding, developing test cases, writing user documentation, and providing user training. Specific support is required for BRL-CAD, Vehicle Protection Systems-End Game Model (VPS-EGM), and related development, encompassing software enhancements, maintenance, and help desk support. Developed code must be compatible with FreeBSD, Windows, and Linux operating systems. Additionally, the contractor will prepare briefing materials, technical papers, and multi-media content for web presence.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Request for Information
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Response Due: January 28, 2026, 8:00 PM ET
- Published: January 21, 2026
Key Requirements
Contractor personnel must possess necessary skills, education, and experience, including proficiency in C, C++, CMake, Tcl, JAVA, and AI tools. A qualified Program Manager (PM) is required, and the contractor must maintain a recruitment and retention plan. Compliance with safety regulations, security requirements (including potential security clearances), and AT/OPSEC training is mandatory. Work will be performed at TDAC facilities in Aberdeen Proving Ground (APG-AA), Maryland, and/or via telework.
Additional Notes
This notice is for market research and planning purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation or guarantee a future award. Interested parties should review the attached draft Performance Work Statement and Sources Sought document for full details.