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This Combined Synopsis/Solicitation opportunity from Department Of Defense was posted on August 11, 2026. The submission period has ended. Browse the details below for market research, or find similar active opportunities.

Notice of Intent to Sole Source: One (1) Vehicle Armor System

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W911QX26QA197Federal

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NAICS: 336992
New
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RFB-FED-SPPD-ROBOTIC VEHICLE PLATFORM
Solicitation # 1773
The City of Saint Paul is soliciting bids for a new, current-production, tracked explosive ordnance disposal (EOD) robot system. The comprehensive package must include the robotic vehicle platform, a command and control unit (CCU) with a 400-foot tether and various controllers, accessories, documentation, instructor-led training, and a minimum two-year limited warranty. The vehicle must be new and remotely operated, featuring a maximum travel speed of at least 3.5 mph, an operating weight between 230 and 275 lbs, and the ability to negotiate 40-degree inclines or stairs. Technical requirements for the robotic arm include a vertical reach of at least 65 inches and a lift capacity of 66 lbs when retracted and 15 lbs when fully extended. Bids must be submitted via the City of Saint Paul Supplier Portal by November 12, 2026, at 3:00 PM Central Time. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder based on the total base bid, which must include packaging, freight, unloading, and operational readiness delivered freight prepaid FOB destination to 367 Grove Street. Required submission materials include a detailed compliance matrix, a bid price schedule, manufacturer specifications, and a training plan. Final acceptance is contingent upon inventory verification, functional testing using inert equipment, and the successful completion of training. Additionally, contractors must comply with AA/EEO specifications and utilize the B2Gnow system for subcontractor payment reporting and certification tracking for MBE, WBE, SBE, and Section 3 businesses.
City of Saint Paul

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in 23 days

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The U.S. Army Research Laboratory (ARL) intends to award a firm-fixed-price purchase order on a sole-source basis to ZotaGroup LLC for the procurement of a Vehicle Armor System manufactured by Elbit Systems LTD. This acquisition, identified by solicitation number W911QX26QA197, supports a Foreign Comparative Testing (FCT) program. The scope of work includes the delivery of 20 units of Elbit's Vehicle Armor STANAG 2 Tiles and 20 units of STANAG 3 Tiles, both measuring 50cm x 50cm and flat. Delivery is required within 110 days after contract award, with the destination and place of performance located at Aberdeen Proving Ground, Maryland. The contract is governed by commercial product and service terms, including FAR 52.212-4 and 52.212-5. Strict adherence to MIL-STD-129 and MIL-STD-130 is required for packaging, labeling, and Item Unique Identification (IUID), specifically for items with a government unit acquisition cost of $5,000 or more. Invoicing and payment must be processed electronically via the Wide Area Workflow (WAWF) system. The award is contingent upon the offer being determined fair and reasonable, and the contractor must provide various representations and certifications, including those regarding business size under NAICS code 336992 and security prohibitions under Deviation 2026-00038.

General Info

U.S. Army sole-source award to ZotaGroup for one Elbit Systems vehicle armor unit, no competition, due August 11, 2026.

NAICS

336992 - Military Armored Vehicle, Tank, and Tank Component Manufacturing

Place of Performance

Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD, 21005, USA

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

3

Adelphi Special List of Instructions and Information

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Solicitation W911QX26QA197 for Vehicle Armor System Sole Source RFQ

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W911QX26QA197 Contract Clauses Incorporated by Reference

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Response deadline changed from Aug 11, 2026 to Aug 12, 2026.

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AgencyDepartment Of Defense → W6QK Acc-Apg Adelphi
Contacts2 people available
OfficeADELPHI, MD, 20783-1197, USA
Office AddressADELPHI, MD, 20783-1197, USA
Contacts
Stency Steephan
Shanna Dellinger

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INTENT TO SOLICIT ONLY ONE SOURCE - The U.S. Army Research Laboratory (ARL) intends to award a firm-fixed-price (FFP) purchase order on a sole-source basis to ZotaGroup LLC for the procurement of a Vehicle Armor System manufactured by Elbit Systems LTD. See attached Combination Synopsis-Solicitation, Adelphi Special List Of Instructions and Information, and CLSExport_W911QX26QA197.

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