BCIS SOO - Final 26MAY2026.docx

STATEMENT OF OBJECTIVE (SOO)

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PROJECT TITLE: Biological Containment Isolation System (BCIS)

BACKGROUND

The Capability Program Executive for Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear Defense (CPE CBRND) and Joint Project Manager for CBRN Protection are seeking innovative biological containment, isolation, and quarantine (BIQ) capabilities for managing High-Consequence Infectious Disease (HCID) infected patients during contingency operations, in locations both in the Continental United States (CONUS) and Outside CONUS (OCONUS). The desire is for a modular, field-installable kit that will allow the conversion of the United States Air Force UTS Systems - Tactical Military Tall 60 (TMT60) positive pressure tent shelter to a negative pressure Multi-Patient BCIS tent / shelter. The BCIS will allow medical staff to monitor and/or treat patients while decreasing the risk of infecting other patients and staff.

ACQUISITION STRATEGY & OBJECTIVES

This Statement of Objectives (SOO) defines the goals for a multi-phased prototype project.

3.1 Acquisition Approach

Subject to the availability of funds, the Government intends to make multiple awards for prototype solutions. Up to three (3) contractors will be selected for Phase I. Following Phase I, the Government will conduct a down-selection to determine which contractors (up to two) will proceed to Phase II. An award to participate in Phase I is a prerequisite for consideration for Phase II.

To be considered successful and eligible for a non-competitive follow-on production award after Phase II, a prototype must meet the following criteria. The Government reserves the right to update or refine evaluation criteria prior to Phase II award to ensure alignment with program objectives and operational needs, provided such updates do not alter the requirements specified in Attachment 1.

Table 1: Successful prototype criteria.

≥12 Air Changes per Hour (ACH)

99.97% at 0.3-micron particle diameter

The solution must operate at normal temperature IAW MIL-STD 810H and pressure (between 0.69 atm - 1 atm)

3.2 Follow-on Production Authority

Upon successful completion of a prototype Other Transaction Authority (OTA) competitively awarded from this SOO, the Government may issue a follow-on production contract for up to 15 units without further competition, in accordance with 10 U.S.C. § 4022.

3.3 Proposal Requirements

Offerors shall use this SOO as the basis for preparing a draft Statement of Work (SOW), which will be included as an integral part of the proposal. The proposal shall address the objectives of each phase for a multi-patient solution and include a draft Statement of Work (SOW) for the Government's consideration. Multiple SOW submissions per Offeror are acceptable.

This project is unclassified.

The proposal must contain the following distinct elements:

· A detailed master delivery schedule for all prototypes and data deliverables.

· The total firm-fixed-price for all prototypes and associated deliverables in each Phase.

· The Offeror's projected unit cost for a potential Full Rate Production (FRP) quantity.

· The Offeror's demonstrated or projected maximum monthly production rate.

· Supporting documentation to substantiate performance claims, including but not limited to: Technology Readiness Level (TRL) data, production lead times, test plans and reports, High Consequence Infectious Disease (HCID) containment data, analysis of interoperability with existing military field hospitals, power requirements, and durability data.

3.4 Phased Objectives

The following objectives apply to each phase. All requirements from Phase I carry forward and apply to Phase II, in addition to the new objectives listed for Phase II.

Phase I (Three Prototypes)

· Objective 1 (Delivery): The Contractor shall deliver three (3) prototypes meeting a minimum TRL of six (6) to a Government-specified CONUS location for Phase I testing.

· Objective 2 (Demonstration): At the specified location, the Contractor shall conduct a system demonstration of the prototype, covering setup, operational use (including containment), and breakdown procedures.

· Objective 3 (Evaluation): During the demonstration, Government and user personnel will conduct an assessment against the requirements. The Government will perform on-site confirmation of containment capabilities using Government-owned equipment. Upon completion of demonstration activities, the Government will transport the prototype to a designated facility for additional Government laboratory testing.

The Government will evaluate Phase I prototypes to determine which candidates will continue to Phase II, based on the following factors, listed in descending order of importance:

1. Performance The extent to which the prototype meets or exceeds the requirements and test objectives outlined in Tables 2 and 3, Phase I Criteria, as demonstrated by Government test results, data, and analysis.

2. Technical Maturity The readiness level of the prototype, including prior laboratory or operational testing with the Government’s validation, TRL, and supporting documentation that demonstrates the system’s ability to meet the KPP threshold requirements in Attachment 1.

3. Item Cost The proposed price for the prototype system including supporting cost breakdowns.

4. Risk Reduction Submitted Risk Management Plan and associated risk register; results from component/subsystem qualification testing; material selection reports.

Phase II (Five Prototypes)

· Objective 4 (Delivery for Testing): The Contractor shall deliver three (3) prototypes meeting a minimum TRL of seven (7) to a Government-specified CONUS test facility for Phase II testing.

· Objective 5 (Delivery for Demonstration): The Contractor shall deliver two (2) prototypes to a Government-specified CONUS location for operational and logistics demonstrations.

· Objective 6 (Training and Support): The Contractor shall support an Initial Key Personnel Training (IKPT) event. Following this training, Government personnel will execute all operational and logistics demonstration vignettes using the Contractor-provided manuals. Upon completion of all Phase II activities, the Contractor shall transport the prototypes from the Government facilities.

Final Prototype Selection Criteria:

The evaluation factors for the final selection (following completion of Phase II testing) will include, at a minimum:

1. Performance Results of all testing conducted in Phases I and II, as measured against the requirements in Attachment 1.

2. User Feedback Usability and human systems integration, as assessed during operational evaluation and user touchpoints.

3. Affordability Overall cost, including production cost, life-cycle cost, and sustainment.

The relative order of importance for these factors will be provided prior to Phase II award. At this time, performance is anticipated to be the most important factor, followed by user feedback, then affordability. The Government reserves the right to update or refine evaluation criteria prior to Phase II award to ensure alignment with program objectives and operational needs, provided such updates do not alter the requirements specified in Attachment 1. The Government reserves the right to award one (1) or more production follow on contracts or transactions.

SYSTEM (HARDWARE) DELIVERABLES

Specific delivery dates will be negotiated into the final SOW.

· Phase I: Three (3) prototype TMT60 negative-pressure conversion kits meeting a minimum TRL of 6 (Prototype demonstration in a relevant environment). (Delivery 60-90 days post-award).

· Phase II: Five (5) prototype TMT60 negative-pressure conversion kits meeting a minimum TRL of 7 (Prototype demonstration in an operational environment). (Delivery 60-90 days post-Phase II start).

DATA DELIVERABLES

The Contractor shall deliver all data in formats to be negotiated and agreed upon with the Authorized Organizational Representative (AOR).

4.1 Start of Work Meeting & Minutes: Within 30 days of award, the Contractor shall host a Start of Work meeting to establish the project baseline, schedule, and risks. The Contractor shall deliver meeting minutes.

4.2 Test Support: The Contractor shall provide on-site technical support for test events as required. Assume two (2) travel days and two (2) days of support for each phase.

4.3 Schedule: The Contractor shall create, maintain, and execute against an Integrated Master Schedule (IMS).

4.4 Technical Data & Intellectual Property: The Government requires sufficient data rights to operate, maintain, and sustain the BCIS for its entire lifecycle.

Government Preference: The Government’s strong preference is for Unlimited Rights for all technical data, software, and associated intellectual property developed under this effort.

Offeror Assertions: The Offeror must include a table detailing any data rights assertions for technical data or software being provided with less than an unlimited/unrestricted license. This includes both commercial and non-commercial items. The Offeror must explain how this approach provides the best value to the Government over the system's lifecycle.

Evaluation Impact: The Government will evaluate the impact of any proposed data rights restrictions. Proposals that provide less than Government Purpose Rights (GPR) for the prototype design, or which hinder the competitive procurement of future sustainment services, may be evaluated negatively and could be a deciding factor in the selection decision.

4.5 Berry Amendment Compliance: The Contractor shall provide documentation verifying compliance with the Berry Amendment and detail the sourcing of any non-compliant items.

4.6 Safety Documentation: The Contractor shall deliver a Safety Assessment Report (SAR), Safety Data Sheets, and all necessary documentation for safe storage and disposal. At a minimum, the SAR shall summarize safety and health hazard data, provide a comprehensive evaluation of the safety and health risks, and identify procedures/precautions required for safe use of the system/subsystem and systems.

4.7 Manuals: The Contractor shall deliver all commercial or newly developed operator and maintenance manuals, updating them as the system baseline changes.

4.8 System Support Documentation: The Contractor shall deliver documentation specifying system size, weight, materials, equipment list, modes of operation, operating limits, and storage/transportation constraints.

PERIOD AND PLACE OF PERFORMANCE

The Contractor shall propose a delivery schedule in its SOW to include test support, technical readiness assessments, and other deliverables as outlined in Section 4.0. Prototype development will occur at the Contractor’s facility. Demonstrations and testing will occur at CONUS Government facilities designated after award.

AGREEMENTS OFFICER REPRESENTATIVE (AOR)

All communications and inquiries regarding this CFS shall be directed exclusively to the Agreements Officer.

· Agreements Officer: Dan L. Adams, Jr.

· Email: dan.l.adams2.civ@army.mil

ATTACHMENT 1 – PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS

The proposed solution should meet the Threshold requirements outlined in Table 2. Solutions exceeding Thresholds to meet Objective requirements are desired. The criteria in Table 3 will be used as additional considerations in the Government's best-value determination.

Table 2: Evaluation Criteria

· Seal Integrity: The door and frame must be rigid enough to resist deformation from the negative pressure.

· Latching Mechanism: The latching mechanism must be operable by a single person wearing medical PPE from both the interior and exterior. The mechanism must be robust enough to hold the door securely closed against the negative pressure.

Table 3: Additional Criteria