Notice of Intent

Army Contracting Command - Aberdeen Proving Ground (ACC-APG), Tobyhanna Division, issued a Notice of Intent to award a sole-source contract to Element Atlanta for regulatory safety and transport testing of eight 6S2P Lithium-Ion rechargeable battery packs, with capability statements due by 10:00 AM EST on September 24, 2026. The acquisition is conducted under FAR 6.103-1(b) (Only One Responsible Source) and will be acquired as a Commercial Item under FAR Part 12.

The work supports the Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems (sUAS) program and requires verification of compliance with United Nations Transport Standard UN38.3 for battery transportation. Element Atlanta was selected as the sole source based on its immediate capability to deliver UN38.3 certification within Tobyhanna Army Depot's critical rapid-delivery timelines and operational velocity constraints.

Interested firms believing they can meet the requirement without compromising manufacturing delivery, warranty, or markups may submit a capability statement for consideration. Submissions must include capability statements, price lists, and supporting documentation with sufficient detail to demonstrate ability to provide the exact service required. Materials must be submitted via email to Jason Burke at Jason.m.burke.civ@army.mil. Responses will be evaluated solely for determining whether to conduct a competitive procurement; a formal solicitation will not be issued unless the Government determines competition is warranted based on received statements.