SOURCES SOUGHT: M8 & M9 Chemical Paper
ID: W912CH-24-R-0192Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW6QK ACC- DTAWARREN, MI, 48397-5000, USA

NAICS

All Other Chemical Product and Preparation ManufacturingT (32599)

PSC

MILITARY CHEMICAL AGENTS (1365)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/8788aa6549264910b41ab86cffe26cb0/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Defense, specifically the Army Contracting Command – Detroit Arsenal (ACC-DTA), is conducting a market survey to identify potential sources for the production of M8 and M9 Chemical Paper, which are critical components of the Joint Biological Point Detection System (JBPDS). The procurement aims to acquire 115,967 rolls of Chemical Paper M8 and 424,216 rolls of Chemical Paper M9, with interested businesses required to provide detailed information about their capabilities, qualifications, and past performance with U.S. Government contracts. Responses to this voluntary survey must be submitted by 4:30 PM EST on February 12, 2025, and participants are reminded to adhere to confidentiality regulations regarding proprietary information. For further inquiries, interested parties can contact Eboni Albert at eboni.q.albert.civ@army.mil or by phone at 571-588-9006.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Eboni Albert
    (571) 588-9006
    eboni.q.albert.civ@army.mil
    Files
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    Sources Sought- W56HZV-23-R-0180.docx
    The Army Contracting Command – Detroit Arsenal (ACC-DTA) is conducting a market survey to gather information on the capabilities of businesses, both small and large, regarding the production of Chemical Paper M8 and M9. These chemical detection papers are integral components of the Joint Biological Point Detection System (JBPDS). The request includes a survey set to assist in future procurement decision-making, emphasizing that participation is voluntary and a contract is not guaranteed. The quantities requested are 115,967 rolls of Chemical Paper M8 and 424,216 rolls of Chemical Paper M9. Technical data packages will be provided only to contractors upon solicitation. Each respondent is asked to detail their company profile, qualifications, and capabilities, including past performance with U.S. Government contracts and current production capabilities. Additionally, firms must comply with confidentiality regulations related to trade secrets and sensitive information. Responses to the survey are due by 4:30 PM EST on February 12, 2025. The notice underscores the importance of marking proprietary information correctly and provides specific guidelines for submission to ensure compliance and protection of confidential data.
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