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Signature Management Technology Development

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Response Deadline10/20/2026, 04:00:00 PM UTC

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The Signature Management Technology Development subcontract involves the supply of specialized chemical components and additives for prime contractors working on U.S. Army PdM VPS combat vehicle projects. The primary objective is the development and provision of chemical agents, specifically signature-reducing pigments, designed to minimize infrared, radar, and visual signatures within the CARC-E paint system. The selected provider must deliver specialized chemical additives integrated into the paint palette along with all necessary technical data sheets and material certifications. Compliance with ISO Quality Management Systems is a mandatory requirement for this Department of Defense effort. The solicitation was posted on October 5, 2026, with a response deadline of October 20, 2026.

General Info

Agency

Department Of Defense → W6QK Acc- Dta

NAICS

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

Place of Performance

MI, USA

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

This scope was carved out of VPS_CARC_E.

The full solicitation package (1 document), including the RFP, is on the prime solicitation, not on this scope.

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Sources Sought Notice - Chemical Agent Resistant Coating - Enhanced

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Timeline

PostedOct 5

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Response DeadlineOct 20

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10/20/2026, 04:00:00 PM UTCin 14 days

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AgencyDepartment Of Defense → W6QK Acc- Dta

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Organization / AgencyDepartment Of Defense → W6QK Acc- Dta

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Full Description

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Supplies specialized chemical components and additives for prime contractors on U.S. Army PdM VPS combat vehicle projects. Develops and provides chemical agents, including signature-reducing pigments, to reduce infrared, radar, or visual signatures within the CARC-E paint system. Provides technical data sheets and material certifications. Requires ISO Quality Management Systems. Delivers specialized chemical additives integrated into the paint palette.

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