Synopsis_Traversing Mechanism
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) intends to issue a solicitation (W912CH-25-Q-0101) for a Traversing Mechanism (NSN: 1015-01-387-0589, Part Number: 12901123). This will be a Firm Fixed-Price (FFP) contract with a 100% option. This presolicitation is a 100% Small Business Set-Aside. The formal solicitation is anticipated for release in the upcoming weeks.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for a one-time buy of a Traversing Mechanism. This item is Export Controlled, and access to its Technical Data Packages (TDPs) will require vendors to be certified in the Joint Certification Program (JCP). Inspection/Acceptance will be at Origin, and FOB is Destination.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Anticipated Firm Fixed-Price (FFP) with 100% option
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business
- Anticipated Solicitation Release: Upcoming weeks
- Response Date (for this presolicitation): April 14, 2026, 3:00 PM ET
- Published: March 30, 2026
Requirements
All responsible sources must be registered in the DoD's System for Award Management (SAM) at https://www.sam.gov. For export-controlled TDPs, vendors must be certified in the Joint Certification Program (JCP). Information on JCP registration (DD Form 2345) is provided in the notice.
Additional Notes
This is a notice of intent, not a request for competitive proposals or a solicitation of offers. The Government does not intend to award a contract based on this posting. Interested parties must monitor SAM.gov for the official solicitation and any amendments, as the Government will not maintain a bidder mailing list. The contents of any future Request for Proposal (RFP) will take precedence over this presolicitation synopsis.