Sources Sought - Master Blanket Purchase Agreements (BPAs) for Blast Assessments
Overview
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Place of Performance
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Original Source
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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 U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Engineer Research and Development Center (ERDC) is conducting market research through this Sources Sought / Request for Information (RFI) to identify qualified vendors for Master Blanket Purchase Agreements (BPAs) for Blast Assessments. The objective is to provide site assessments, blast analyses, and security recommendations for select sites across the U.S. Responses are due by May 26, 2026, at 1:00 PM CST.
Scope of Work
This RFI seeks capabilities for a five-year ordering period covering:
- Site Assessments: Travel to sites, review drawings, capture measurements (e.g., glazing, mullions), and photos of building components. Deliverables include site assessment notes and digital photo logs within two weeks of a visit.
- Blast Analyses: Perform analyses using Vulnerability Assessment and Protection Option (VAPO) software. Develop comprehensive site maps, identify required standoffs, and potentially conduct higher fidelity analysis (e.g., finite element analysis). Deliverables include briefing slides, blast hazard maps, VAPO analysis files, PI curves, Threat Summaries, and Draft/Final Blast Assessment Summary Reports.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Request for Information (RFI) for future Master BPAs.
- Duration: Anticipated five-year ordering period for Master BPAs.
- Set-Aside: None specified (market research stage).
- Response Due: May 26, 2026, 1:00 PM CST.
- Published: May 22, 2026.
- Place of Performance: Varies, including Washington D.C. metro area, California, and Florida.
Required Capabilities & Information
Respondents must provide company contact information, CAGE Code, NAICS (Primary: 541330 - Engineering Services), business size, SAM registration, and webpage. Additionally, companies must answer specific questions regarding:
- Capability to provide both site assessments and blast analyses.
- Capability to provide all specified deliverables.
- Possession of a SECRET security clearance.
- Access to VAPO software.
- A capabilities statement detailing experience and minimum required capabilities, including previous contract information.
- Business status (e.g., 8(a), HUBZone, SDVOSB).
Personnel Requirements: Key personnel must include a Project Manager (4-year engineering degree, >10 years experience) and a Principal Engineer (SECRET clearance, Master's degree, >10 years structural analysis experience).
Additional Notes
This is for information and planning purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation or commitment to contract. Not responding does not preclude participation in any future Request for Quote (RFQ). A Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) and compliance with various security training requirements will be mandatory for selected contractors.