Chemical Biological Mask Equipment Tester (CBMET) Modernization Effort
ID: W911SR-26-R-CBMEType: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

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

NAICS

Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing (334516)

PSC

HAZARD-DETECTING INSTRUMENTS AND APPARATUS (6665)

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No Set aside used (NONE)

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https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/e6213c3ed86a48a3a1d5fcbe26face2f/view
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, specifically the Army's Joint Program Executive Office for Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear Defense (JPEO-CBRND), is soliciting proposals for the modernization of the Chemical Biological Mask Equipment Tester (CBMET) portfolio. The objective is to develop a consolidated testing solution that assesses mask fit, serviceability, and performance for current and future CBRN protective masks, addressing issues of obsolescence and material shortages. This initiative is crucial for enhancing military personnel's operational effectiveness against Weapons of Mass Destruction (WMD) and improving defense capabilities. Interested parties must submit pre-proposals electronically by 5:00 PM EST on January 9, 2026, to both Emily McGill and Jemel Hogan, with further details available in the attached Statement of Objectives and the CWMD BOTAA documentation.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Emily McGill
    emily.c.mcgill.civ@army.mil
    Jemel Hogan
    jemel.m.hogan.civ@army.mil
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    CBMET Statement of Objectives.pdf
    The Joint Program Executive Office for CBRN Defense (JPEO-CBRND) seeks innovative solutions to modernize its Chemical Biological Mask Equipment Tester (CBMET) portfolio. The goal is to consolidate various mask testers into a single solution capable of assessing mask fit, serviceability (drink tube flow, valve leakage, mask leakage, outlet valve leakage), and performance for current and future CBRN protective masks. This effort addresses obsolescence due to diminishing manufacturing sources and material shortages. The project will unfold in two phases: Phase I involves prototype delivery for Tier I government testing and down-selection to a single offeror; Phase II requires additional prototypes for Tier II testing. Key objectives include designing a tester that is portable, durable, upgradeable, and capable of rapid testing, with a target unit price not exceeding $55,000. The initiative aims to establish a reliable production base for a modernized mask testing solution.
    CWMD-BOTAA_CWMD BOTAA-24-01.docx
    The Joint Program Executive Office for Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear Defense (JPEO-CBRND) is seeking proposals for prototype development efforts to combat Weapons of Mass Destruction (CWMD). This Broad Other Transaction Authority Announcement (BOTAA) outlines the process for awarding Other Transaction Authority (OTA) agreements under 10 USC 4022. The JPEO-CBRND aims to fund projects that enhance the mission effectiveness of military personnel and improve defense capabilities, particularly in areas like CBRNE counter-proliferation, installation protection, C4ISR systems for WMD detection, and AI/Machine Learning for CBRN defense. Proposals are invited from educational institutions, non-profits, and private industry, with a two-step submission process involving initial pre-proposals and subsequent full proposals upon government request. Evaluation criteria include technical merit, military and program relevance, TRL/MRL levels, key personnel qualifications, facilities, budget, and past performance. Awards are contingent on funding availability and compliance with eligibility requirements, emphasizing participation from non-traditional defense contractors or significant cost-sharing.
    Manufacturing Readiness Level Deskbook V2_May 2011.docx
    The "Manufacturing Readiness Level (MRL) Deskbook Version 2.0" outlines best practices for assessing manufacturing readiness within Department of Defense (DoD) acquisition programs. It addresses the historical lack of a uniform metric for manufacturing risk, which led to cost and schedule impacts. The document introduces MRLs as a standardized measurement scale, analogous to Technology Readiness Levels (TRLs), to define and communicate manufacturing maturity and risk. It details ten MRLs, their relationship with TRLs, and their application across various acquisition phases, from Materiel Solution Analysis to Full Rate Production. The deskbook also covers the process for conducting manufacturing readiness assessments, developing Manufacturing Maturation Plans, managing risks, and incorporating MRLs into contract language. The goal is to ensure that manufacturing capabilities mature alongside technology, reducing overall program risks and improving the affordability and timely delivery of weapon systems.
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