Joint Biological Tactical Detection System (JBTDS) Full Rate Production
ID: JBTDSFRPType: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW6QK ACC-APGABERDEEN PROVING GROU, MD, 21010-5424, USA

NAICS

Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing (334511)

PSC

HAZARD-DETECTING INSTRUMENTS AND APPARATUS (6665)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/27c4f905e3274e5488e866efc2144beb/view
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    The Department of Defense, through the Army Contracting Command - Aberdeen Proving Ground (ACC-APG), is seeking information for the Full Rate Production of the Joint Biological Tactical Detection System (JBTDS), which is designed to detect and identify airborne Biological Warfare Agents. The procurement aims to secure the manufacturing, packaging, and delivery of 3,247 JBTDS Detector/Collector assemblies, 425 Data Stations, and 49,015 consumables over a five-year period, ensuring that the system meets specified performance standards and logistical requirements. The JBTDS is critical for enhancing the biological defense capabilities of U.S. forces, providing a lightweight, battery-operated, and man-portable solution for rapid detection and identification of biological threats. Interested parties are encouraged to submit their responses to the Request for Information (RFI) by contacting Erin Roos at erin.c.roos.civ@army.mil or Jemel Hogan at jemel.m.hogan.civ@mail.mil, with no obligation for the government to award a contract or compensate for the information provided.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Erin Roos - Contract Specialist
    erin.c.roos.civ@army.mil
    Jemel Hogan, Contracting Officer
    jemel.m.hogan.civ@mail.mil
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    JBTDS EA-D-10012C- updated 22 July 2024-Performance Specs.docx
    JBTDS FRP RFI 4 Nov 2024_.docx
    The Army Contracting Command - Aberdeen Proving Ground (ACC-APG) has issued a Request for Information (RFI) seeking input for the Full Rate Production of the Joint Biological Tactical Detection System (JBTDS), which is intended to detect and identify airborne Biological Warfare Agents. This request is for information and planning purposes only, not an official solicitation for proposals. The JBTDS system is designed to be lightweight, battery-operated, and man-portable, featuring three main capabilities: detection-collection sensor, identification, and data station communications. The RFI details specific deliverables, which include 3,247 detector/collector assemblies, 425 data stations, and consumables over five years. Additionally, potential respondents are asked to provide timelines and costs associated with the production, technical data packages, and alternative system options. The RFI emphasizes that while responses are encouraged, there is no obligation for the government to award a contract or compensate for information submitted. Submissions must adhere to specified formats and deadlines. This initiative underlines the government's commitment to bolster biological defense capabilities, while also exploring various contractor options and technologies to achieve those goals effectively.
    SOW FRP-4 Nov 2024.docx
    The Joint Biological Tactical Detection System (JBTDS) Statement of Work outlines the requirements for its Full Rate Production, overseen by the Joint Program Executive Office for Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear Defense. The JBTDS aims to provide U.S. forces with a lightweight, low-cost system for rapid detection and identification of airborne Biological Warfare Agents. The contractor is tasked with manufacturing hardware, conducting government testing, and delivering comprehensive technical data while ensuring adherence to performance specifications and logistics support. The document specifies numerous requirements, including maintaining an Integrated Master Schedule, conducting inspections, and providing necessary support for program management and logistics. The contractor must also ensure compliance with various Department of Defense standards, provide sufficient cybersecurity, and manage packaging requirements for military compliance. Overall, the intent is to optimize the delivery of a tactical biological detection capability, enhancing the safety and operational readiness of U.S. forces worldwide while aligning with federal contracting guidelines.
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