Notice of Intent to Award Sole Source – Atom-Trap Trace Analysis Technical Advancements Research Development Test & Evaluation
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 Defense Threat Reduction Agency (DTRA) intends to award a sole source contract to Adelaide University for Atom-Trap Trace Analysis (ATTA) Technical Advancements Research Development Test & Evaluation. This notice is for informational purposes, inviting interested parties to submit evidence of their capabilities to potentially challenge the sole source. Responses are due April 24, 2026.
Scope of Work
The contract will cover Atom-Trap Trace Analysis (ATTA) Technical Advancements Research Development Test & Evaluation. The work will be performed in Adelaide, Australia.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Cost-Plus-Fixed-Fee (CPFF)
- NAICS: 541715 (Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Biotechnology))
- PSC: AC33 (National Defense R&D Services; Defense Related Activities; Experimental Development)
- Set-Aside: None (Sole Source Intent)
- Response Due: April 24, 2026
- Published: April 9, 2026
Evaluation
This is not a requirement for competitive proposals. Responses from interested parties will be used solely to determine if the procurement should be conducted on a competitive basis. The government retains sole discretion in this determination.
Additional Notes
The Government will not reimburse for any expenses incurred to respond to this notice. Telephonic inquiries will not be accepted. Responses received after the deadline will be considered non-responsive.