36th Engineer Brigade Complex Obstacle Project- Dragon’s Teeth
ID: PANMCC-25-P-0000-015778Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW6QM MICC-FDO FT CAVAZOSFORT CAVAZOS, TX, 76544-0000, USA

NAICS

All Other Plastics Product Manufacturing (326199)

PSC

PLASTICS FABRICATED MATERIALS (9330)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/d18cd1b7ff0049c09a9f6882d364d09d/view
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    The Department of Defense, through the Department of the Army, is seeking qualified contractors to provide 1,800 Dragons’ Teeth Replicas for the 36th Engineer Brigade Complex Obstacle Project at Fort Cavazos, Texas. The contractor will be responsible for manufacturing and delivering these replicas, which must be made of high-density polyethylene and designed to withstand outdoor conditions, with 1,400 units required by August 1, 2025, and the complete order due by September 30, 2025. This procurement is crucial for enhancing military training environments and ensuring compliance with defined performance standards. Interested small businesses are encouraged to submit a capabilities statement by April 24, 2025, and may contact MAJ James T. Sosebee at james.t.sosebee.mil@army.mil or 520-714-5984 for further information.

    Point(s) of Contact
    MAJ James T. Sosebee
    (520) 714-5984
    james.t.sosebee.mil@army.mil
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    Attachment 1 to Sources Sought_36EN Dragon_Teeth.pdf
    The Department of the Army is seeking contractor support for the 36th Engineer Brigade's Complex Obstacle Project by procuring 1,800 replicas of Dragons’ Teeth. The contractor is tasked with manufacturing these replicas, with specific material requirements outlined in a purchase description. The delivery of the replicas must occur in multiple phases, with a significant portion—1,400 units—required by August 1, 2025, and the complete order to be fulfilled by September 30, 2025. The contractor must ensure that personnel and equipment for transportation are available and capable of accessing the Fort Cavazos military installation. Furthermore, the document details construction specifications for the Dragons’ Teeth, including specific dimensions and materials. This project demonstrates the military's commitment to enhancing training environments while adhering to defined performance standards.
    Sources Sought_Dragons Teeth_36 EN_Fort Cavazos.pdf
    The Fort Cavazos Office of the Mission and Installation Contracting Command is conducting market research to solicit interest in providing 1,800 Dragons’ Teeth Replicas for the 36th Engineer Brigade Complex Obstacle Project. This sources sought notice is not a formal RFP or RFQ, but rather an inquiry to identify potential contractors, particularly small businesses across various socioeconomic categories. The purpose is to gather capable organizations to ensure competitive procurement of the required services. Delivery of 1,400 replicas is expected by August 1, 2025, with the final order due by September 30, 2025. Specifications indicate that the replicas should be made of high-density polyethylene and designed to withstand outdoor exposure and transportation. Security clearance for personnel entering Fort Cavazos is mandatory. Interested parties are encouraged to submit a capabilities statement by April 24, 2025, outlining their organization’s size, ownership status, and relevant qualifications. Overall, the document aims to facilitate effective marketplace participation while ensuring compliance with government regulations regarding contractor services.
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