Sources Sought: NSN: 7240-01-537-1804 Waste Receptacle
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 market research through a Sources Sought notice to identify qualified small businesses capable of producing a Waste Receptacle (NSN: 7240-01-537-1804, Part No: 10080171). This component is for the Joint Biological Point Detection System (JBPDS). Responses to the survey are due by 4:30 P.M. EST on Tuesday, May 12, 2026.
Scope of Work
ACC-DTA seeks to gain knowledge of interest, capabilities, and qualifications from the community, particularly small businesses, for the production of 101 units of the military-unique Waste Receptacle. The government is interested in understanding vendor experience, manufacturing capabilities, production rates, and pricing for this item. First Article Testing (FAT) is not required for this potential procurement.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- Response Due: May 12, 2026, 4:30 P.M. EST
- Published: May 5, 2026
Action Required
Interested vendors are encouraged to complete the provided survey, located under "Attachments/Links" on SAM.gov. The completed survey should be returned via email to Eboni Albert (eboni.q.albert.civ@army.mil) with the subject line: "Waste Receptacle Survey Responses". Vendors may respond in total or in part to the survey.
Survey Content
The survey requests detailed information including:
- Company profile (name, address, CAGE code, POC, business type)
- Specific business type (e.g., 8(a), Small Disadvantaged, HUBZone, Large Business)
- Nonmanufacturer Rule qualification
- Possession of a current DD 2345 (Military Critical Technical Data Agreement)
- Past manufacturing experience with the Waste Receptacle
- Current manufacturing capability and production location
- Production lead-time, minimum, normal, and maximum sustainable monthly production rates
- Current price per unit
- Quality management system details
- Any other pertinent information
Important Notes
This is a market research effort for planning purposes only and does not constitute a commitment by the government to issue a solicitation or award a contract. Responses are voluntary, and no compensation will be provided. The associated Technical Data Package (TDP) will only be made available if a solicitation is released and requires a current DD 2345. Proprietary information must be clearly marked; unmarked data or data in the public domain will not be protected.