2026 APBI Save the Date
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Department of the Army's Aberdeen Proving Ground (APG) hosted its annual Advance Planning Briefing to Industry (APBI) 2026 on April 21-22, 2026. This special notice served as a "Save the Date" for the hybrid event, which provided industry stakeholders with a comprehensive overview of future contracting opportunities and strategic initiatives across various APG commands. The APBI is a critical tool for industry to understand the Army's future needs and align their capabilities, focusing on potential opportunities for Fiscal Years 2026-2029.
Event Details
The APBI 2026 was held as a hybrid event, offering both in-person attendance at Myer Auditorium, APG, MD, and virtual participation via Microsoft Teams. A no-host industry social was also held on April 22, 2026, from 6 PM to 8 PM at Watchtower Brewing Company. In-person attendance required a no-fee registration, with links provided in early April, while virtual attendance did not require advance registration. The event's primary purpose was for the Government to brief upcoming opportunities to industry, not to receive formal bids.
Key Opportunity Areas Forecasted
Multiple APG commands presented their future contracting landscapes, with many opportunities designated as Small Business Set-Asides or 8(a) set-asides:
- U.S. Army Communications Electronics Command (CECOM): Forecasted opportunities include Worldwide Field Support for C5ISR systems (Cost Plus Fixed Fee, $400M-$600M, 3QFY26) and Unified ERP Capability Support.
- U.S. Army Garrison, Directorate of Public Works (DPW): Anticipates an Installation Refuse and Recycling Contract ($9M-$12M, FFP, 2QFY26) and previously forecasted 8(a) set-aside opportunities for Traffic Signal Maintenance ($2.1M) and Emergency Generator Maintenance ($4.3M).
- DEVCOM C5ISR Center: Highlighted strategic contract opportunities such as Defensive Cyber Operations II ($600M-$620M, 3QFY26), Counter-UAS & Emerging Threats Solutions ($175M-$190M, 3QFY26), and Modeling and Simulation Systems Engineering ($590M-$600M, 2QFY26).
- CPE ST3 Program: Presented opportunities including Training Simulation Software/Training Management Tool (TSS/TMT) (OTA, $250M) and a Small Business Set Aside for Artillery and Chemical Training (ACT) ($13.4M).
- U.S. Army Test and Evaluation Command (ATEC): Forecasted numerous Small Business Set-Aside opportunities across various service areas, including GFEBS Support ($1.7M), Facility Sustainment Services ($99M), IT Support Services ($249M), Cybersecurity Support ($4M), and Data Collection Support Services ($200M). Several Tribally-owned 8(a) Small Business opportunities were also noted for RTC Directorate Support Services III ($125M-$150M) and Aviation Maintenance Services III ($125M-$150M).
- CPE Intelligence and Spectrum Warfare (ISW): Identified large-scale opportunities such as Pre-Planned Product Improvements (P3I) MA IDIQ ($1.6B-$2.4B) and PM EW&C Future EWC Capabilities MA IDIQ ($800M-$1B).
- Command and Control (C2IN): Discussed initiatives for Data-Driven Warfighting Integration, NGC2 Engineering, Integration, and Follow-On Support Services (EIF), and Integrated Network Operations Center III (INOC).
Additional Information
The Office of Small Business Programs (OSBP) at APG also provided a briefing, emphasizing the Army's commitment to maximizing opportunities for small businesses. Industry was encouraged to participate in surveys to rank preferred contract opportunities for deeper discussions, with surveys closing March 20, 2025. This notice is for informational and planning purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation.