Engineer Research and Development Center (ERDC) - Construction Engineering Research Laboratory (CERL) - Commercial Solutions Opening (CSO) Dept Of Defense
The Department of Defense, through the Engineer Research and Development Center (ERDC) - Construction Engineering Research Laboratory (CERL), is inviting innovative proposals via a Commercial Solutions Opening (CSO) to address various military and civilian engineering challenges. The CSO aims to obtain solutions that fulfill requirements, close capability gaps, or provide technological advancements in areas such as sustainable materials, energy efficiency, additive construction, and lifecycle management. This initiative emphasizes the importance of eco-friendly practices and technological advancements in military operations, with a focus on enhancing infrastructure while minimizing environmental impacts. Interested parties must submit their solutions through the ERDCWERX platform by 31 October 2025, and all submissions will be evaluated based on technical innovation and relevance to agency missions. For further inquiries, contact Andrea J Thomas at cerl-ct-quotes@usace.army.mil.
Commercial Solutions Opening - ERDC Cold Regions Research and Engineering Laboratory Dept Of Defense
Combined Synopsis/Solicitation DEPT OF DEFENSE DEPT OF THE ARMY
This notice is for a Commercial Solutions Opening (CSO) in support of the Cold Regions Research and Engineering Laboratory at the Engineer Research and Development Center. The ERDC-CRREL executes projects on behalf of the Assistant Secretary of the Army (Acquisition, Logistics, and Technology) (ASA(ALT)), Army Futures Command, US Army Corps of Engineers, and various other government organizations. These projects are focused in the following five research and development thrust areas: (1) Building Cold Region Domain Awareness (2) Enhancing Mobility and Maneuver in Cold Region Environments (3) Integrated Ice Operations (4) Advanced Materials Development and Applications in Extreme Cold Environments (5) Resilient Cold Region Energy Systems.
The Commercial Solutions Opening is seeking solutions for the general areas of interest. All solutions shall be submitted via the ERDCWERX platform. The submission period begins on January 31, 2024, and ends on January 30, 2025, at 1700CST, or as otherwise specified on an individual program requirement.
For more details and submission requirements, please visit https://www.erdcwerx.org/about/resources/commercial-solutions-opening/.
2025 ERDC Broad Agency Announcement Dept Of Defense
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) is issuing the 2025 Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) to solicit proposals for various research and development initiatives across multiple engineering disciplines. This opportunity aims to advance scientific knowledge and technology in areas such as hydraulics, environmental conservation, geotechnical engineering, and information technology, with a focus on fostering diverse participation, particularly from Historically Black Colleges and Universities and small businesses. The ERDC, which encompasses several specialized laboratories, seeks innovative proposals that can contribute to military and civil infrastructure solutions, with submissions accepted continuously throughout the year. Interested parties can contact Christopher Barnett at Christopher.M.Barnett@usace.army.mil or Robyn D. Wells at Robyn.D.Wells@usace.army.mil for further details on submission procedures and eligibility requirements.
Harmful Algal Bloom Demonstration Program Dept Of Defense
The Department of Defense, through the Engineer Research and Development Center (ERDC), is launching a Commercial Solutions Opening (CSO) aimed at addressing the critical issue of Harmful Algal Blooms (HABs) affecting U.S. freshwater resources. The initiative seeks innovative and scalable solutions for the prevention, detection, and management of HABs, with a focus on reducing their frequency and impact on water resource development projects as authorized by the Water Resources Development Act of 2020. A total of $9 million is available for this program, which emphasizes the importance of technologies that have been validated at smaller scales and can demonstrate efficacy for broader implementation. Interested parties must submit their proposals via the ERDCWERX platform by January 22, 2025, and are encouraged to contact Crystal Elizabeth North at crystal.e.north@usace.army.mil or Sonia Boyd at SONIA.J.BOYD@USACE.ARMY.MIL for further information.
ERDC Communications Infrastructure Contract Dept Of Defense
The Department of Defense, through the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, is seeking contractors for the ERDC Communications Infrastructure Contract, which involves the procurement of voice, video, and data communications networks across multiple locations, including Vicksburg, MS, and other sites. The contract aims to establish and maintain communication infrastructure, including fiber-optic and Ethernet systems, with a focus on compliance with industry standards and security protocols. This Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract has a five-year ordering period, with a minimum value of $2,500 and a maximum of $22.95 million, and interested parties must submit their proposals by January 21, 2025, at 11:00 AM CST. For further inquiries, contact TriNeciya Martin at trineciya.c.martin@usace.army.mil or Christy Love at christy.j.love@usace.army.mil.
FY 25 U.S. Army Contracting Command – Redstone Arsenal (ACC-RSA) Headquarters, Field, & Organic Industrial Base (OIB) Modernization Commercial Solutions Opening (CSO) Dept Of Defense
The U.S. Army Contracting Command – Redstone Arsenal (ACC-RSA) is seeking innovative commercial solutions through a Commercial Solutions Opening (CSO) aimed at enhancing the Army's modernization efforts. This opportunity invites both traditional and nontraditional defense contractors to propose solutions that improve Army sustainment capabilities, focusing on areas such as supply chain innovation, maintenance technologies, and sustainment analysis studies, leveraging advancements in artificial intelligence, robotics, and data analytics. The CSO process includes multiple phases, starting with a solution brief submission, and is open until September 30, 2025, with evaluations based on technical merit and responsiveness to areas of interest. Interested parties can contact Carmen Madere at carmen.m.madere.civ@army.mil or Daniel Magar at daniel.e.magar.civ@army.mil for further information.
Commercial and Economic Research and Innovation (CERI) Dept Of Defense
The Department of Defense, through the Secretary of the Air Force Concepts Development and Management (SAF/CDM) and the Office of Commercial and Economic Analysis (OCEA), is issuing a Commercial Solutions Opening (CSO) for Commercial and Economic Research and Innovation (CERI) under the solicitation number FA7146-20-S-C001. This initiative aims to identify and mitigate commercial and economic risks to U.S. military advantage by soliciting innovative solutions from commercial partners, focusing on areas such as global commercial sector analysis, strategic research advancement, and modern IT solutions for economic data analysis. The CSO is structured in a two-step process, beginning with the submission of White Papers until September 1, 2025, followed by an Invitation to Propose for selected submissions, with awards anticipated to be made until September 30, 2025. Interested vendors can contact Contracting Officer Jennifer Villarreal at jennifer.villarreal.4@us.af.mil for further details.
PRESOLICITATION NOTICE FOR INDEFINITE DELIVERY, INDEFINITE QUANTITY, MULTIPLE AWARD TASK ORDER CONTRACT FOR VARIOUS SMALL CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS IN ILLINOIS AND INDIANA Dept Of Defense
Presolicitation Notice for Indefinite Delivery, Indefinite Quantity, Multiple Award Task Order Contract for Various Small Construction Projects in Illinois and Indiana
The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Army, through the Chicago District of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, is planning to procure an Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity Contract for Various Small Construction Projects in Illinois and Indiana. This contract will include one ordering period lasting two years, with a maximum aggregate value of $25,000,000.00.
The construction projects will involve various elements such as potable water supply and storage, stormwater detention, treatment and distribution systems, sanitary, storm, and water pipeline installation and lining, drainage structures, pump and lift stations, wastewater treatment and water treatment system upgrades, supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA), and site restoration including pavements, curb and gutter, sidewalks, seeding, and sodding.
The work will be issued through negotiated firm-fixed price task orders, and the contractor will be responsible for providing all supervision, labor, supplies, and materials necessary for the completion of the tasks.
The contract(s) will be awarded to small business concerns that submit proposals conforming to the solicitation and are within a technical/price competitive range. The evaluation factors include Technical Approach, Past Performance, and Price.
Interested offerors must register with the System for Award Management (SAM) and the DoD Procurement Integrated Enterprise Environment (PIEE) to access the solicitation and submit proposals. The solicitation documents will be available in the fourth quarter of fiscal year 2024.
To be eligible for award, the offeror must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM). The Point of Contact for this acquisition is Ericka Hillard at (312) 846-5378 or ericka.d.hillard@usace.army.mil.
The contracting office for this procurement is the USACE Chicago District, located at 231 SOUTH LaSALLE STREET, SUITE 1500, Chicago, IL 60604. The solicitation number to be referenced in all correspondence is W912P624R0010.