66--VAMMS Unit design Optimization of vehicle add-on mobile smoke monitoring system

The contract seeks to optimize the design of the Vehicle Add-on Mobile Smoke Monitoring System (VAMMS) unit, focusing on enhancing performance, reliability, and integration capabilities for mobile environmental monitoring applications. Funding is allocated under ASEMD MDSTB - GC4 for fiscal years 2026 and 2027, with financial support designated as Fund C and managed through organization GC4 under PRC 000MK8 and FOC 2532, with no cost to the contracting organization. The solicitation, identified by number 68HERW26R0035, was posted on May 6, 2026, and responses are due by May 20, 2026, at 8:30 PM ET. It is classified as a presolicitation, indicating early-stage engagement with potential vendors before formal bidding, and no specific set-aside provisions are included. The North American Industry Classification System code 334513 corresponds to instruments and related products manufacturing, reflecting the technical nature of the system being developed. The project is administered by the Tribal & Science Division Water within the Environmental Protection Agency, with primary operational oversight based at the Cincinnati, Ohio office. The point of contact for inquiries is Kasual Sharp, reachable by phone at 513-569-7386 or via email at Sharp.Kasual@epa.gov. The place of performance has not been specified, suggesting flexibility in where the design work and testing may occur. The official solicitation page is accessible through the SAM.gov portal, where potential offerors can review additional details, submit questions, and prepare responses prior to the deadline. No cost organization designation implies that the agency is not providing direct financial outlay but is facilitating the work through existing resources or interagency agreements.