Defense Threat Reduction Information Analysis Center Sources Sought

The Defense Threat Reduction Agency (DTRA) is conducting market research to identify firms capable of operating the Defense Threat Reduction Information Analysis Center (DTRIAC) located at Kirtland Air Force Base, New Mexico. The procured services will encompass five major task areas: study and analysis activities focused on Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear, and Explosives (CBRNE) information; maintenance and improvement of DTRIAC's collection of over 20 million unclassified and classified artifacts; enhancement of information retrieval systems utilizing artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies; customer service and outreach functions; and science and technical information program support including technical editing and data management. Contractor personnel must possess a minimum Top Secret security clearance with appropriate access to classified DoD/DTRA facilities. Interested firms must submit responses limited to five pages electronically to mary.k.chase2.civ@mail.mil by 1400 hours Fort Belvoir, Virginia time on Thursday, March 12, 2026. Responses should include corporate information, related work experience from the past five years with specific customer and contract details, CAGE code, DUNS number, and recommendations for small business participation. It is important to note that this is a Sources Sought Notice for market research purposes only and does not constitute a current solicitation.

This opportunity is not designated as a set-aside and carries no specified award value or budget range in the pre-solicitation notice. No incumbent contractor or potential awardee is identified in the published materials. The applicable NAICS code is 541712 (Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences), indicating the service-oriented nature of the procurement. While the specific contract value is not disclosed at this market research stage, the scope of work managing an extensive classified artifact collection and supporting CWMD analysis suggests a substantial engagement. This Sources Sought Notice represents preliminary market research; non-response does not preclude firms from participating in any future formal solicitation that may be issued based on the feedback received.