Cold Spray Corrosion Repair System

Project ID: W911N226QTH02 FederalOpportunitiesSources Sought

Overview

Agency	ACC Redstone
Deadline	02/20/26
Posted	02/05/26
Estimated Value	$500,000 - $1,500,000 (AI estimate)
Set Aside	None
NAICS	333248 - All Other Industrial Machinery Manufacturing
PSC	3426 - Metal Finishing Equipment
Location	Chambersburg, PA 17201 United States

Description

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SOURCES SOUGHT/REQUEST FOR INFORMATION FOR

A Cold Spray Corrosion Repair system at Letterkenny Army Depot (LEAD) The Government intends to award a commercial, Firm Fixed Price, competitive, supply contract no later than 30 April 2026 and will use the results of this request to develop its acquisition strategy. All information submitted will be held in a confidential status. The Army Contracting Command, Redstone Arsenal Letterkenny Munitions Center (ACC-RSA-LEMC) is issuing this Request for Information (RFI) and Source Sought announcement to gain information from industry and seek sources capable of and interested in the supply of a cold spray corrosion system in accordance with the purchase description. The purpose of providing this information is to conduct Market Research and identify interested sources capable of procuring a firm fixed price cold spray corrosion system. A draft copy of the Purchase Description (PD) is attached. Contractors must be properly registered in the Government System for Award Management database (SAM). Offerors may obtain information on SAM registration and annual confirmation requirements by calling 1-866-606-8220, or via the Internet at www.sam.gov. Eligibility At this point, the Government requests the response from all interested capable businesses and the applicable NAICS for this requirement is 333248 All Other Industrial Machinery Manufacturing, with a small business size standard of 750 Employees. At this time, the Government has made no decisions about whether a full and open competition will occur. Upon receipt of all responses to this notice, the Government will determine its path forward. Capabilities Statement and additional Information and Submission Details

REQUESTED INFORMATION

Please provide a Capabilities Statement, which must address the following items: 1. Do you have experience supplying cold spray units? Describe the type of work your company performed in the past in support of the same or similar requirements? Describe your ability to meet the requirements in the Draft PD. 2. How long would you need to accomplish this requirement? 3. Please identify other Government Agencies for whom you have performed similar work in the past. What contract vehicle(s) were utilized for those contracts? Please provide contract numbers and Government POCs. 4. What obstacles or hindrances did you encounter while performing similar work on past contracts? List any lessons learned or best business practices found. 5. Does your company currently possess the capabilities to perform all the tasks for the required work internally? If not, what areas may require accomplishment with teaming arrangements and subcontracting? 6. Please provide any general questions or clarifications regarding this requirement. 7. Please note that under a Small-Business Set-Aside, in accordance with FAR 52.219-14, the small business prime must perform at least 50% of the work themselves in terms of the cost of performance. Provide an explanation of your company's ability to perform at least 50% of the requirement. 8. If applicable, indicate whether you qualify as a Small, Small Disadvantaged, 8(a) Small Business, Women-Owned, HUBZone, or Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business Concern and provide your documentary proof from the Small Business Administration. 9. Please supply your SAM reps and certs as well as your SBA Profile. Please offer recommendations to improve the technical specifications and draft PD. Identify any condition or action that may be having the effect of unnecessarily restricting competition with respect to this acquisition. Provide the specific aspects that unreasonably restrict competition and the rationale for such conclusion. The Government appreciates your answers and feedback and welcomes any questions you have. If your firm is capable of requirements described in this RFI, please provide a Capability Statement to Mr. Thomas C. Hall at Thomas.c.hall111.civ@army.mil, 20 February 2026, 12:00 P.M. Eastern Time.

Point of Contact

Thomas C. Hall (Mr.)

PAE Fires

Army Contracting Command - Redstone Arsenal CCAM-MSD-D 1 Overcash Avenue, Bldg. 10 Chambersburg, PA 17201-4150

Summary (Newest Update)

Background The Army Contracting Command, Redstone Arsenal – Letterkenny Munitions Center (ACC-RSA-LEMC) is issuing this Request for Information (RFI) and Source Sought announcement to gather information from industry regarding the supply of a Cold Spray Corrosion Repair System. The goal of this contract is to procure a system that will be utilized for corrosion repair of various assets at the Letterkenny Army Depot (LEAD). This initiative is part of the government's market research to identify capable sources for a firm fixed price contract, which is intended to be awarded no later than April 30, 2026. Work Details The contractor shall provide one (1) Cold Spray Corrosion Repair System, which includes: - System controls and programming - Necessary software - Nitrogen generation and high-pressure nitrogen storage - Two modified shipping containers - A cold spray deposition system - A safety system - A robot subsystem. Specifications include: 1. Cold Spray Metal Deposition Subsystem: Uses high pressure nitrogen as process gas at minimum 1200 psi. Includes applicator, nozzle, electric heater, dust collector system, and gas control module. Must support handheld and robotic applications. 2. Nitrogen Generation Compressor Package: Must produce nitrogen purity up to 99.9% at least 1300 SCFH with specific electrical requirements and dimensions. 3. Robot Specifications: Lightweight cobot with a maximum weight of 41 kg, payload of at least 20 kg, reach of at least 1400 mm, IP67 rating, and advanced safety features. 4. Warranty: Minimum one-year warranty on the system including spare parts and labor. Period of Performance The contract is expected to be awarded no later than April 30, 2026. Place of Performance Letterkenny Army Depot (LEAD), Chambersburg, PA.

Contacts

Contact name	Thomas C. Hall
Contact email	thomas.c.hall111.civ@army.mil
Contact phone	(717) 267-5583
Secondary contact name	Bobie J. Burkett
Secondary contact email	bobie.j.burkett.civ@army.mil
Secondary contact phone	(717) 267-5283