The Radford Army Ammunition Plant (RFAAP) Modernized Pre-Mix and Nitro Cellulose (NC) Dehydration NG3 Facilities
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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 Mission and Installation Contracting Command - Fort Drum (DEPT OF THE ARMY) is seeking Architect-Engineer (A-E) Design Services for the Modernized Pre-Mix and Nitrocellulose (NC) Dehydration Facilities at Radford Army Ammunition Plant (RFAAP). This is an A-E Synopsis, conducted under the Brooks Architect-Engineer Act, and is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. Responses are due by April 13, 2026.
Scope of Work
The objective of this project is to prepare a 30% design for the Nitro Cellulose (NC) Dehydration (including NC Shredding) and Pre-Mix facilities at Radford Army Ammunition Plant (RFAAP). The design must incorporate the most modern, safe, environmentally friendly, and automated technologies to the maximum extent feasible. This procurement emphasizes professional services, with contracts negotiated based on demonstrated competence and qualifications.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Architect-Engineer (A-E) Design Services Synopsis
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- Response Due: April 13, 2026
- Published: April 7, 2026
Evaluation
This procurement is conducted under the Brooks Architect-Engineer Act (40 U.S.C Section 1102) and FAR subpart 36.102, which require that A-E contracts be negotiated on the basis of demonstrated competence and qualifications for the required professional services.
Additional Notes
Amendment 0001 to this Synopsis added Attachment 2 - Requests for Information.