Request for Information for Radiological Detection System (RDS)
ID: RFI-RDS-FRP-FY25Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

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

NAICS

Other Measuring and Controlling Device Manufacturing (334519)

PSC

HAZARD-DETECTING INSTRUMENTS AND APPARATUS (6665)

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https://sam.gov/opp/ca6ec7eb46174864994ff3c1b74ce045/view
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Army, is issuing a Request for Information (RFI) for the development of a Radiological Detection System (RDS) intended to replace existing radiological survey meters used by various military branches. The RFI aims to gather information on respondents' capabilities in developing, testing, and manufacturing an RDS that meets the specified performance criteria, with a focus on enhancing radiation detection capabilities across military services and allied nations. Interested parties must submit their responses by February 17, 2025, ensuring compliance with detailed submission criteria, including technical specifications and company information, as the anticipated contract type is a Firm Fixed Price under an Indefinite Delivery, Indefinite Quantity structure, with a projected requirement for up to 16,000 units over five years. For further inquiries, respondents can contact Nathaniel W. Sievers at nathaniel.w.sievers.civ@army.mil or Tyler N. Gates at tyler.n.gates2.civ@army.mil.

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    RDS FRP Contract RFI_FINAL PDF.pdf
    The Department of Defense is initiating a Request for Information (RFI) for the development of a Radiological Detection System (RDS) to replace existing radiological survey meters used by various military branches. This RFI, issued by the Joint Program Executive Office for Chemical, Biological, Radiological and Nuclear Defense, seeks respondent capabilities in developing, testing, and manufacturing an RDS that meets the specified performance criteria. The intention is to gather information rather than soliciting proposals, as no contractual obligations or costs will be incurred by the Government. Participants must review the RDS Performance Specification, marked as Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI), and provide detailed information about their systems’ capabilities, technology proposals, and production capacity. The anticipated contract type is Firm Fixed Price under an Indefinite Delivery, Indefinite Quantity structure, with a projected requirement for up to 16,000 units over five years. Interested parties must submit their responses by February 17, 2025, ensuring adherence to submission criteria regarding technical specifications and company information. This request lays the groundwork for future contracts aimed at enhancing radiation detection capabilities across military services and allied nations, addressing both current needs and lessons learned from past operations.
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