SMASH 2000L Enhanced FCS for M4 - Notice of Intent to Award Sole Source
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 82d Contracting Squadron, Sheppard AFB, TX, intends to award a sole source, firm-fixed price contract to Smartshooter Precise Technological Solutions for seven (7) SMASH 2000L Enhanced Fire Control Systems (FCS) for M4 platforms. This is a Notice of Intent to Award Sole Source, not a solicitation.
Scope of Requirement
The requirement is for seven (7) SMASH 2000L Enhanced FCS units designed for M4 platforms. These systems are intended to enhance capabilities, likely for security or operational use. The associated NAICS code is 334419 (Other Electronic Component Manufacturing), with a size standard of 750 employees, and PSC code 1240 (Optical Sighting and Ranging Equipment).
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sole Source, Firm-Fixed Price contract (Notice of Intent)
- Intended Awardee: Smartshooter Precise Technological Solutions
- Authority: 41 U.S.C. 3304(a)(1) and 41 U.S.C. 1901(e)(2), citing "only one responsible source."
- Response Due: June 24, 2026, at 2:00 PM CDT
- Published: June 17, 2026
Rationale & Response
The government's intent to proceed with this sole-source action is supported by an approved Sole Source Justification Letter. This letter, dated April 16, 2026, identifies Smart Shooter Ltd. as the exclusive manufacturer and sole provider of these advanced fire control systems, citing their unique versatility and effectiveness for addressing diverse threats.
This notice is not a solicitation or request for proposal. The government will not issue a solicitation package. Information received from interested parties will be considered solely to determine if a competitive procurement in the future is in the government's best interest. Responses must clearly document the offeror's capability to provide the required products and be furnished at no cost.
Submission Details
Responses and questions must be submitted via email to Cristhian Gonzalez (cristhian.gonzalez_tovar@us.af.mil) and Kimberly Rico (kimberly.rico@us.af.mil). Verbal responses are not acceptable.