BCIS CFS - Final 26MAY2026.docx

This is a pre-solicitation document for the Biological Containment Isolation System (BCIS) prototype acquisition, issued by the U.S. Army Contracting Command-Aberdeen Proving Ground (ACC-APG), Natick Division, on behalf of the Joint Project Manager for Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear Protection (JPM CBRN P). The Government seeks innovative prototype solutions to convert the existing USAF TMT60 positive-pressure tent shelter into a negative-pressure, multi-patient isolation system for managing patients with High Consequence Infectious Diseases (HCID). The solicitation (W911QY-26-S-BCIS-01) is issued under Other Transaction Authority (OTA) and will result in multiple prototype awards to encourage participation from non-traditional defense contractors and small businesses.

Proposed solutions must meet critical threshold requirements including negative pressure of -2.5 Pa (-0.01 in. w.g.), air exchange capability of 12 air changes per hour, filtration efficiency of 99.97% for 0.3-micron particles, and full compatibility with the standard TMT60 tent system with reversibility. The acquisition follows a two-step process: Step 1 requires submission of a Solution Brief (15-page maximum) detailing technical merit, credibility, feasibility, and innovation alongside a Rough Order of Magnitude cost estimate, supported by a Supporting Data Package with substantiating evidence. Step 2 will consist of a full Request for Proposals. The response date for Step 1 submissions is June 9, 2026, at 1700 EST. This procurement is conducted under Parent Solicitation W9128Z-25-S-A002 (Army Open Solicitation).