Automated Fluidized Bed Mixer Facility Modernization for end use at Pine Bluff Arsenal – CSO

The purpose of this Commercial Solution Opportunity (CSO) is to seek out qualified vendors who have experience manufacturing an Automated Fluidized Bed Mixer Facility Modernization for end use at Pine Bluff Arsenal. This announcement is in support of market research performed by the Army Contract Command - Rock Island to determine interest and capability to provide the supply defined within this CSO.

This CSO will utilize a solicitation process authorized by RFO DFARS 212.70. Under this CSO, the DoW will be allowed to competitively procure innovative commercial items, technologies, and services. CSO procedures provide a streamlined acquisition process and simplified contract terms resulting in FAR-based contracts awarded under Part 12 Commercial Item Procedures. Both traditional and non-traditional defense contractors may be awarded contracts under this CSO. Under a CSO DoW contracting officers may competitively select quotes received in response to a general competitive solicitation, similar to a broad agency announcement, based on a review of quotes by scientific, technological, or other subject matter experts. Please provide your Reponses to the following questions below through email to Ashley Testake, ashley.e.testrake.civ@mail.mil NLT COB 14 October 2026.