Sources Sought Notice - Blower, Air Barrier
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 Army Contracting Command – Detroit Arsenal (ACC-DTA) is conducting a Sources Sought notice for market research to identify industry capabilities for providing the Blower, Air Barrier (NSN: 4140-01-608-4073, Part No: 17-3-2979-1). This item is intended for the M8E1 Chemical Biological Protective Shelter. Responses are due by June 5, 2026, 12:00 PM Local Warren, MI Time.
Purpose & Scope
This notice aims to gather information on available technologies and industry capabilities to assist ACC-DTA in planning a potential future acquisition strategy. The requirement includes 23 units for production and an option for an additional 23 units. Responses are encouraged from both Large Businesses and Small Businesses across all socio-economic categories.
Information Requested
Vendors are asked to complete a survey providing comprehensive details, including:
- Company Profile: Name, Address, CAGE Code, Point of Contact, Contact Information, Website.
- Business Type: Identification of NAICS 333413 and applicable small business categories.
- Technical Capability: Confirmation of DD 2345 status, experience manufacturing the item, current capability, production location, lead time, and monthly production rates.
- Commercial Information: Current price per unit, quality management system details, commercial availability summary, financing requirements, potential hindrances to option availability, and minimum order quantity/discount thresholds.
Technical Data Package (TDP)
A Technical Data Package is associated with this item and has restricted access (Distribution Code C). Access requires a current DD 2345 (Militarily Critical Technical Data Agreement) on file with DLIS and verification of active registration in the Joint Certification Program (JCP). The TDP will only be made available if/when a solicitation is released.
Submission Instructions
Interested vendors should complete the survey (located under "Attachments/Links" on SAM.gov) and return it via email to the Primary Point of Contact, Danielle Campbell (danielle.r.campbell9.civ@army.mil). The email subject line must be "Market Survey – Blower, Air Barrier". All proprietary information must be clearly marked. Responses are voluntary and will not be compensated.
Disclaimer
This is solely for information and planning purposes and is not a Request for Quotations (RFQ) or Request for Proposals (RFP). It does not constitute a commitment by the Government to issue a solicitation or award a contract. The Government will not reimburse costs associated with preparing responses. Not responding to this notice does not preclude participation in any future solicitation.