CBRND & MCM Modernization Scientific and Technical Review Services
Overview
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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, specifically the Army Contracting Command - Aberdeen Proving Ground, Natick Division, has issued a Special Notice to announce an upcoming accelerated Request for Quotation (RFQ) for CBRND & MCM Modernization Scientific and Technical Review Services. This opportunity is a Total Small Business Set-Aside and will be released on or about June 18, 2026, exclusively via GSA eBuy. The purpose of this notice is to provide advance warning for acquisition planning and situational awareness, allowing eligible small businesses to prepare for a highly expedited solicitation cycle.
Scope of Work
The Government requires mission-critical scientific, technical, and portfolio analysis services to support the Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear Defense (CBRND) and Medical Countermeasure (MCM) Modernization mission. Key deliverables will include, but are not limited to:
- A Monthly CBRND Threat & Portfolio Analysis Report.
- An annual AI/ML Integration & Modernization Plan.
- Data integration and aggregation services to support the CBRND Common Operating Picture (COP) Dashboard.
- Quarterly Partnership Improvement Mechanism Reports.
- A comprehensive Knowledge Transfer & Transition Plan, delivered 30, 60, or 90 days prior to contract expiration.
Contract Details
- Contract Vehicle: GSA Multiple Award Schedule (MAS)
- Solicitation Method: Exclusively via GSA eBuy
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP) Task Order
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside
- NAICS Code: 541715 – Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences
- Anticipated Period of Performance: One (1) six-month base period and two (2) one-year option periods.
- Contracting Office: Army Contracting Command - Aberdeen Proving Ground, Natick Division US Army Soldier Systems Center
Anticipated Timeline
- Target RFQ Release Date: On or about June 18, 2026.
- Quote Response Time: 14 calendar days from RFQ release.
- Anticipated Quote Due Date: On or about July 2, 2026.
- Published Date of Notice: June 15, 2026.
Evaluation Methodology
The Government intends to utilize a Highest Technically Rated with a Fair and Reasonable Price (HTR-FRP) evaluation framework. Quotes will be ranked strictly on technical merit. The pricing of only the highest technically rated quote will be evaluated. If the price is determined fair and reasonable, an award will be made without further consideration of lower-ranked quotes. Strict page limitations will be enforced on the technical volume.
Submission Instructions & Important Notes
This is a Special Notice for planning purposes only and is not a formal solicitation or a request for quotes. Interested GSA MAS schedule holders under NAICS 541715 are strongly encouraged to alert their proposal teams and technical subject matter experts immediately to ensure readiness for this rapid turnaround. Do NOT submit quotes, capability statements, or questions in response to this SAM.gov notice. The official RFQ, including the Performance Work Statement (PWS) and detailed Instructions to Offerors, will be posted exclusively to GSA eBuy. Only eligible GSA MAS small business schedule holders will be able to view the full RFQ and submit quotes.