W912CH-26-R-0021 Parachutist Drop Bag
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 interested and capable firms for the manufacturing of the Enhanced Parachutist Drop Bag (NSN: 1670-01-616-8332, Part No: 11-1-8985-1). This effort aims to gather information from both small and large businesses to inform a future acquisition strategy. Responses are due by February 23, 2026, at 3:00 PM EST.
Scope of Work
ACC-DTA is seeking manufacturers for the Enhanced Parachutist Drop Bag. The estimated quantity is 500 units per year for 5 years. Key requirements include:
- Manufacturing of the specified item.
- Experience with First Article Testing (FAT), which is required (with an option for a waiver).
- Ability to access and review a Technical Data Package (TDP), which requires a current DD 2345, Military Critical Technical Data Agreement.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- Set-Aside: None specified (for market research purposes)
- Response Due: February 23, 2026, 3:00 PM EST
- Published: February 18, 2026
Information Requested
Interested firms should provide responses to a questionnaire, including:
- Company name, address, Unique Entity ID, CAGE Code (valid SAM registration is mandatory).
- Point of Contact (name, phone, email).
- Business size status (small or large, including Service-Disabled Veteran Owned if applicable), verifiable in SAM.
- Summary of commercial availability of the item.
- Summary of expertise in manufacturing the part, including relevant contract references (scope, quantity, contract number, POC).
- Summary of delivery capability, experience with FAT, and proposed place of performance.
- Appropriate NAICS Code (e.g., 333613).
- Details on current manufacturing capability, production lead times, monthly production rates, current price per unit, quality management system, minimum order quantity, preferred contract types, and compliance with subcontracting limitations.
Additional Notes
This is for government planning purposes only and is not a solicitation or a request for proposals. The government will not award a contract based on responses and will not reimburse costs for preparing submissions. Questions regarding this market research are not encouraged. Submissions should be emailed to Judi Kwon at judith.y.kwon.civ@army.mil with the subject line: (Company Name) – Sources Sought Notice, W912CH-26-R-0021.