Decisive Action (DA) Follow On
ID: HDTRA125OIDAType: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEFENSE THREAT REDUCTION AGENCY (DTRA)DEFENSE THREAT REDUCTION AGENCYFORT BELVOIR, VA, 22060-6201, USA

NAICS

All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services (541990)

PSC

SUPPORT- PROFESSIONAL: OTHER (R499)
Timeline
  1. 1
    Posted Mar 5, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  2. 2
    Updated Apr 3, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  3. 3
    Due Apr 28, 2025, 4:00 PM UTC
Description

The Defense Threat Reduction Agency (DTRA) is seeking industry insights through a Sources Sought Notice for the Decisive Action (DA) Follow On contract, aimed at acquiring support services to counter Weapons of Mass Destruction (WMD) and emerging threats. The procurement will focus on a wide range of professional analytical services, including program management support, WMD defeat capability development, and data integration, which are critical to DTRA's mission both within the Continental United States (CONUS) and Outside the Continental United States (OCONUS). The anticipated contract value is expected to exceed $338.5 million, structured as a cost-type contract with a base period and multiple options, and interested parties must submit capability statements detailing their experience and facility capabilities by the deadline of March 31, 2025. For further inquiries, potential respondents can contact Andrew K. Williams at andrew.k.williams10.mil@mail.mil or Shaneice Shuler at Shaneice.n.shuler.civ@mail.mil.

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Mar 7, 2025, 7:06 PM UTC
The Defense Threat Reduction Agency (DTRA) issued a Sources Sought Notice (SSN) to assess industry capabilities for support services related to countering Weapons of Mass Destruction (WMD). The purpose of this Request for Information (RFI) is to gather insights from potential sources, especially small businesses, without soliciting formal bids or proposals. DTRA seeks expertise in operational planning, data integration, and advisory services to enhance its capabilities across various tasks, including campaign management and operational support for Combatant Commands and interagency partners. The anticipated procurement, projected to be a cost-type contract worth approximately $338.5 million, will have a twelve-month base period with four one-year options. Facilities must meet stringent security requirements, with contractors needing at least a TOP SECRET clearance and secure workspace capabilities. Interested vendors must submit a five-page capability statement detailing company information, past performance, and facility capabilities by March 18, 2025. This document signifies DTRA's proactive approach to engage with industry partners to ensure readiness and effective response to emerging threats, with no binding commitments to procure services at this stage.
Mar 26, 2025, 8:05 PM UTC
The Defense Threat Reduction Agency (DTRA) issued a Sources Sought Notice (SSN) to gather market research on the availability of vendors, particularly small businesses, for professional analytical support related to countering Weapons of Mass Destruction (WMD). This is not a request for proposals but aims to assess capabilities and competition for a forthcoming contract, which is anticipated to follow an existing task arrangement with CACI NSS, LLC. The required services span program management, sensitive activity advisory, WMD defeat advisory, data integration, operational research support, and campaign management. A key focus is enhancing collaboration with Combatant Commands and interagency partners while providing expertise in a range of operations, including irregular warfare. Contractors must have facilities capable of handling classified work up to Top Secret level and meet specific IT security standards. Responses to the SSN must include a capability statement by April 9, 2025, and highlight past performance, facility capabilities, and experience in CWMD operations. The document underscores the government's procurement planning and emphasizes that no contracts will be awarded from this SSN, maintaining the need for interested parties to monitor future announcements for potential solicitations.
Apr 3, 2025, 6:05 PM UTC
The Defense Threat Reduction Agency (DTRA) seeks industry insights through a Sources Sought Notice (SSN) to assess the market for qualified sources, particularly small businesses, capable of providing contracted support for operations aimed at countering Weapons of Mass Destruction (WMD) and emerging threats. This request, designated as a Request for Information (RFI), is meant to gather information regarding industry capabilities for various advisory and operational support services essential for DTRA's mission. Key tasks include program management support, sensitive activity advisory, WMD defeat capability development, data integration, pattern analysis, and campaign management. The anticipated contract, likely to exceed $338.5 million, will be structured as a cost-type contract with a base period and multiple options. Additionally, contractors must meet stringent security requirements, including providing secure facilities for classified work. Companies interested in contributing are asked to submit capability statements detailing their experience and facility capabilities. This process ensures an informed acquisition strategy while promoting competition and small business participation, especially from targeted socioeconomic groups. The document emphasizes that this RFI does not commit the government to any contract or incur costs for the respondents.
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