ACC-APG Industry Day QAs 4 September 2025.pdf

Division Timestamp Question Answer OSBP 28:25:00 How do we contact OSBP POCs listed on the slide? Reach out to this mailbox with the attention of the person you're trying to reach:

usarmy.apg.cecom.mbx.small-business-outreach@army.mil OSBP 29:10:00 Is there a DODAAC that we can use to search opportunities in SAM for the different commands that you support? Slide 11 contains a full list of the DODAACS that OSBP supports. Those DODAACs are able to be searched in SAM.

OSBP Can you please address your continued support of the Tribal 8a program, both 8a Direct Award and 8a Competitive

Set-aside, for NHO, ANC, and Lower 48 Tribal. Can you compare last year's activities to this year's activities.

johnb@lawelawedefense.com

The Army Contracting Command and the Office of Small Business Programs is committed to supporting the Tribal 8(a) program, recognizing the unique benefits businesses owned by Native Hawaiian Organizations (NHOs), Alaska Native Corporations (ANCs), and Lower 48 Tribes bring to the federal contracting landscape. Through both 8(a) Direct Awards and 8(a) Competitive Set-Asides, ACC ensures these entities have robust access to contracting opportunities that not only foster economic growth and self-sufficiency within Native communities but also strategically strengthen the Department of Defense's industrial base. By leveraging these powerful tools, the ACC is able to efficiently procure essential goods and services while simultaneously empowering Tribal-owned businesses as vital partners in the federal mission. This dual-pronged approach showcases ACC's dedication to building a resilient and diverse small business industrial base, ultimately providing significant, long-term benefits to tribal communities and the nation. ACC-APG to date completed 36 8(a) awards in FY25 compared to 55 in FY24.

OSBP 29:50:00 It was mentioned earlier about market research tools, what are your preferred? Market research can be performed on various websites, but new advances allows the mission partner, contracting and Small Business Professionals to use ProcureSight (https://procuresight.com/), System for Award Management (https://sam.gov/), and Small Business Search (SBA Site:

https://search.certifications.sba.gov/).

Div A 36:02:00 Is there going to be a draft RFP for Cybertron? GSA released an initial draft solicitation in March 2024, to which industry responded with questions.

No further draft releases are planned to maintain the projected award date of January 2026.

Div A 36:38:00 Associated with cybertron on the small business set aside has there been a NAICS code identified for that particular area?

541330 Engineering Services

Div A 37:06:00 Regarding the key personnel for cybertron, are they going to be basically the same that we've seen for the previous market research draft solicitation documents or do you anticipate changing at all?

It is likely. The strategy is still being shaped.

Div A 37:24:00 You mentioned earlier about having oral presentations. Is that Expected with the Cybertron opportunity? Yes, oral proposals will be utilized in place of a written technical volume

Div A 38:08:00 Is there can we get point of contact information where you can email your office or potentially phone numbers or anything like that so we can contact?

matthew.j.connolly1.civ@army.mil

Div A Is there funding behind the BAAs or CSOs listed under the on/off ramping opportunities? No.

Div A 38:39:00 CYBERTRON appears to be going back to GSA. Should all Questions on the Acquisition be directed to GSA from here on in?

No. Please direct questions to our contracting officer, Brian Cannon. Email:

brian.v.cannon.civ@army.mil

Div A 39:07:00 What Domain and CLIN are the Cybertron opportunites going to be under on OASIS+? The Domain this effort will be under is Technical and Engineering (T&E), CLINS to be utilized will be 10205 (Small Busn) and 60205 (Unrestricted)

Div B 44:27:00 Will there be an announcement about whether the GTACS opportunity is going to be a small business set aside or full and open anytime soon?

The RFI was posted in June. ACC is gathering information from that. The plan will be announced in the near future.

Div B 45:06:00 On the next gen C2 opportunity that you mentioned, you mentioned a few white paper requests have been coming

up. Who would be the best person to reach out to for further information?

Please contact Mr. Chris Fisher: christopher.m.fisher24.civ@army.mil

Div B 45:34:00 On the AI evaluation tools, how will they be used? Pricing? Techncial Evaluation? An AI tool called Fast Track will be used for the technical evaluation.

Div B 46:34:00 We recently requested a meeting with the PEO 3CN, and we were told they currently weren't doing meetings while they were evaluating some of the NGC 2. Just wondering if there was an idea of when they would be open again for industry engagements.

Depending on the opportunity, PEO 3CN is accepting meetings. Please email: peoc3n-tilo@army.mil

Div C 55:27:00 Any chance of PEO IEW&S could share an update and or estimated award date notification for the Poland ASRR FMS case opportunity?

It is expected to be awarded this month.

Div C 55:50:00 Does PEO IEW&S, along with PD Aerostat, plan to establish any helium procurement contracts to support Army requirements for helium globally? What about the refurbishment of helium containers like trailers, HPCAs, and others? Who should we talk to about these opportunities?

Helium contracts are historically done through DLA. It is not expected that any helium contracts will be done through IEW&S.

Div C 56:34:00 The latest RS3 tracker showed the PNT SETA shows a much higher price than what's on the Industry Update slide.

What is the correct value?

The value on the slide presented at the industry update is the more accurate exopected value.

Div C 57:29:00 Do you have an estimated date for a classified industry day on the MEMS or ERIS opportunities? Not at this time.

Div C/ Belvoir 58:02:00 Do you have any updates on timeline for BFC 2 or AVIS out of PM biometrics? BFC2 estimated RFP release via RS3 in 1QFY26 and estimated award in 4QFY26.

DoD ABIS recompete RFP release via RS3 in 3QFY26 and estimated award in 2QFY27.

Div C 58:35:00 For PM PNT, are you planning to release a draft RFP before the final? Yes, there will be a draft RFP for the PM PNT Requirement.

Div C 59:31:00 For the PD Aerostat Multiple award IDIQ, since it was awarded based off an RFI under the NDAA, do you anticipate any on-ramps in the future?

It has been discussed and is being considered.

Div C 59:58:00 Question about ERIS. There's been a few other names for it. Can you tell us what those names are? Previous names for eris were VMEWS (Vehicular Electronic Warfare System), MEWS (Modular Electronic Warfare System), and before that it was CAPE. ERIS (Electromagnetic Warfare Rapid Integration System) will be the name moving forward.

Div C Do you have any comments on the IWCI contract being suspended/canceled? No further comment at this time.

Div C 1:01:13 Do you have an update on the next down select for Northstar program? And how many vendors will be selected? The intent is to make multiple awards. The next down select will be made soon. Currently workking the statement of work, the next stage to get proposals and more to follow on that. Watch SAM.gov

Div C 1:01:55 Are there any updates for opportunities under the counter surveillance and reconnaissance (CSR) program for

FY26?

If we're speaking to CSR, the strategy is still being developed. It is still slotted for FY26 and 27 but more updates to follow as we work with industry as well as develop art our future strategies.

Div C 1:02:29 Can you please restate which of the contracts will be released as OTAs? Several are going through the commercial solution opening that will result in OTs: AIDP, ERIS, MEMS.Separate from CSO: two for NorthStar, CMOSS, CMFF Block 2.

Div D 1:10:24 The Government mentioned that tech evals will be performed with an AI tool called Fast Track. Can you please provide name of company associated with this platform.

This tool was developed by ACC.

Div D Will FastTrack be used primarily for compliance? No. The tool will be used to streamline the proposal evaluation process.

Div D 1:10:56 Will you make industry aware of when/if AI evaluation tools are being used? Yes. Language will be put into solicitations that will use AI evaluation Tools so that industry is aware of their use.

Div D 1:11:19 Will the AI tools used for evaluation ensure protection of company IP and not use that IP to train? Yes.

Div D 1:11:36 For the Technical, Analytical and Financial Support Services (Force Development) requirement, Will the NAICS code stay the same on the solicitation?

Still tracking the same NAICS code

Div D 1:11:51 For the Technical, Analytical and Financial Support Services (Force Development) requirement,full and open or small business? Is there a release date?

It is full and open competition. It was released on 8 Sept 2025.

Div D 1:12:08 On Purpose-Built Attritable System (PBAS), can you clarify the timeline and how that relates PBAS that was done be Redstone? It sounds like this one is going to start over with an open solicitation. Redstone did a down select.

Yes, this is different. Planning for an industry day in October. Planning for Q2FY26

Div D 1:12:43 Can you provide an update on the scientific engineer and engineering support for the Aberdeen Test Center? Still in the planning phases for strategy and path forward. No updates as of now. Please watch SAM.gov for more updates or changes.

Div D 1:13:10 With JCIDS going away, what is the impact to the G-8 Force Development opportunity? Please check the G8 Force Development Solicitation Number W91CRB-25-R-A001 for the details of the requirement.

I&T 1:20:03 Are you considering water and soil remediation and/or site remediation of former weapons depots? Depending on funding and regulatory approval APG is looking to do several remedial action projects in the upcoming years (FY27-30). The types of remedial actions that will be implemented are the following: installing and operating in-situ groundwater remediation system, construction of a soil cover and several soil removal actions.

DC3oE Are debriefs going to be conducted for Unsuccessful Offerors on AoS Calls for Solutions? Our firm has requested feedback with regards to the recent GFIM call, but have not received any response from the USG POCs.

Some form of feedback should be provided for all AOS Calls. In-person debriefs are highly encouraged through ACC-APG, particularly for complex or critical requirements. We believe that technical feedback should always be provided to offerors, as it's essential for transparency and improvement. Alot of benefit comes from walking offerors through the evaluation of their submission, ensuring they understand how their proposal was assessed and where it may have fallen short. The goal is to provide meaningful feedback that helps vendors improve future submissions and fosters a collaborative and informed acquisition environment.

DC3oE To create transparency around AOS: Will the DC3OE publish metrics on AOS performance - examples would include: turn around times on CfS input; how many ACG papers have been received, avg time from solicitation to award, # of solutions in the repository?

While not all data points are available yet, the commitment to transparency remains strong. The team has already received over 30 ACG submissions, and one award has been issued through the ACG process. To further enhance visibility, we plan to: Publish current statistics and performance data and share and refine timelines as the process evolves.

The overarching goal is to ensure stakeholders have a clear understanding of where things stand and how the system is progressing.

DC3oE Does the DC3OE recommend industry include mission partner POCs on submissions for CFS and ACGs in addition to the generic mailboxes that are listed on SAM? Perception here is concern over solutions going into a 'black hole' mailbox and not being acknowledged/addressed.

Yes. AFC and AMC are currently leading efforts to manage those mailboxes, but if you're already in communication with a mission partner or program manager (PM), it's strongly encouraged to include a mission partner point of contact—particularly if you're already engaged with a program manager or relevant stakeholder. Doing so not only boosts visibility but also facilitates active tracking and consideration of your input. In fact, there have been instances where PM partners identified ACG submissions of interest and began evaluations behind the scenes. Including relevant contacts increases visibility and improves the chances of timely engagement.

DC3oE Any status on potential SETA support for NGC2? There are potentially use cases where scientific and engineering services could fall under the AOS, however the focus under the AOS is for Innovative Solutions to problems, and typical engineering severable services may not fit that intention.

DC3oE For the solutions repository portal, can only Army purchase? Or will vendors be able to share a link to their awardable but not selected solutions to other interested (non-Army) stakeholders to try to secure funding?

It's set up as the Army Open Solicitation, specifically for Army requirements and Army customers. What other agencies can do with our determination and our processes is maybe up to those agencies. There are no plans to open the scope for who can place a call on the AOS.

DC3oE The government says they are actively trying to engage with non-traditional/ commercial product solutions.

However, most commercial solutions are not Fedramp-ed. How does the government see engaging with commercial businesses via Army Open Solicitation in such a scenario?

We don't have all the answers, it's clear we're converging on a critical issue—cybersecurity. Protection is an increasing concern across all operations, and we're actively exploring commercial solutions for a growing range of military use cases. The AOS is broad enough to include early-stage R&D, where FedRAMP authorization may not be a strict entry requirement. This is an evolving area, and while the DC3oE may not have the final say on how these elements converge, it's definitely something we need to address collaboratively as a community.

DC3oE Will DC3OE provide a conops and timeline for the AOS portal - meaning would this be a two-way portal, an additional method of submission or to receive documents?

Yes, it will be a two-way portal to submit and receive. The idea is that the portal will provide industry with a platform to submit solutions—whether in response to a call or an ACG—and allow the government to access those submitted solutions. It will also support building a repository on the back end.

DC3oE Does any division of ACC-APG source/sort personnel recruiting capabilities and which one? ACC-Rock Island supports PEO Enterprise which may be the closest to a recruiting requirement.

DC3oE AOS will be used for NGC2, correct? Maybe, but not primarily. NGC 2 is mainly handled through its individual CSO (Commercial Solutions Opening), which has already been posted. The specific CSO number for the NGC2 CSO is W15P7T25250001. Additional requests for white papers released by PM NGC2 related will come from that CSO. NGC2 capabilities could be submitted through the ACG side of AOS.

DC3oE Referencing Mr. Fisher's presentation. Can you clarify the slide showing BAA and CSO solicitation authority. When you would you use each of these authorities?

For use of BAA authority, see DFARS 235.016, and for use of CSO authority see DFARS 212.70

DC3oE Can you clarify what kind of feedback we're going to get from industry—like on a sliding scale, from "received" to "debrief"? Will it be something like "you hit the mark" or "you were too expensive"?

Step one is a low-barrier entry—just a 5–10 page slide deck or white paper, not a full proposal. You'll receive feedback indicating whether your submission is selected for further consideration, or not selected for further consideration. If deemed selected for further consideration, you can engage with a PM and reference your capability in the repository. Additionally, there's a process to receive evaluator feedback explaining why the decision was made.

DC3oE Is there a minimum Technology Readiness Level (TRL) that you're looking for, or can it vary depending on the contracting vehicle?

It can vary depending on the contracting vehicle. The AOS includes Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) authority, so we're looking at activities even at RDTE 6.1 and 6.2 levels, which involve early-stage RTD&E. It really spans the whole gamut. If you have an innovative capability, we recommend submitting it—you’ll get feedback quickly on what the Army thinks. AFC is taking the lead on most of these submission channels, so you're reaching the right people, especially if you're at an early stage of development.

DC3oE You mentioned ongoing work to identify and clarify which requirements fit under the AOS. There's some confusion in the field about what actually qualifies. Can you shed more light on how those boundaries are defined?

We're likely not going to provide strict rules or act as the ""police"" of the AOS. Instead, we offer training and guidance to help others build their solicitations. A simple way to think about it is:

If you already have a clear Statement of Work (SOW) or Performance Work Statement (PWS) with specifications, pursuing innovative solutions through AOS may not be ideal. You're better off conducting market research and competing offers against that defined requirement.

AOS is more suitable when the requirement or solution isn't clearly known. In that case, you're seeking multiple approaches and not conducting price competitions in the traditional sense.

Vendors may propose their own PWS, and through collaboration, a final work statement is developed.

If a government agency is firm on a requirement, AOS is not recommended—it won't yield innovative solutions and may misuse the authority.

DC3oE Is the Army Open Solicitation the sort of vehicle that we can pitch or market to our other customers as a means to bring their requirements if they're unsure? Is it something you anticipate opening up to other Army customers, or even other customers within the DoD? Is that possible, or do you know if other branches like the Navy are doing similar sorts of contracting mechanisms?

We recommend anybody who has an innovative solution consider submitting an ACG response. We will provide an update later on how fast we’ll be reviewing those once we get that flood in.

As far as other Army agencies—this is Army-wide. It’s the Army Open Solicitation. ACC-APG doesn’t own it; it exists as a platform we stood up, but we worked with other Army contracting centers. It’s been available across the Army. We’ve had calls from AFC, and believe ACG submissions where specific FORSCOM units are tracking them.

There are no discussions right now about broadening the aperture to DoD-wide at this stage. However, there are other vehicles out there—like the DoD-wide Tradewind Solutions Marketplace—for requirements outside the Army.

We anticipate a lot of CSOs being posted on SAM.gov all the time. This is our effort to get ahead of it and try to centralize a majority of them.

DC3oE For the other 29 open AOS, are we assuming that they are still with AFC to determine if they're awardable? Out of the 30 AOS submissions mentioned, the remaining 29 ACGs are currently undergoing evaluation.

These are being reviewed by a mix of organizations, including AMC, AFC, and a few other agencies. So yes, it's a reasonable assumption that they are still in the evaluation phase and being considered. The process is ongoing, and their status is still under review.

DC3oE Will you be publishing a timeline of upcoming opportunities coming out of AOS? Yes, we are working on that—it’s definitely part of the portal. The timeline feature is indeed included in our plans.

So far, what we've observed is that opportunities related to AOS tend to be posted within the same week they arise. Unfortunately, this means we’re not currently seeing a consistent two- or three-week forecast ahead of time, which limits proactive planning.

To help bridge that gap, we often refer users to the forecast pages maintained by other divisions within ACCAPG. These pages typically include solicitation methods and projected timelines. For example:

PEO IEWS provides its own forecast. PEO Enterprise publishes a monthly forecast. Many PEOs also share similar updates.

Improving this process is a priority. Our goal is to ensure that you and other stakeholders are well-positioned to respond quickly—especially when faced with tight turnaround times like a 15- to 20-day window for submitting white papers