Proximate Chemical Agent Detector Non-Trace (PCAD-NT) 2026

The Joint Project Manager for Chemical, Biological, Radiological and Nuclear Integrated Early Warning (JPM CBRN IEW) is conducting a market survey to identify potential industry sources capable of manufacturing the Proximate Chemical Agent Detector Non-Trace (PCAD-NT) system. This handheld, non-contact instrument is intended to provide the Joint Force with real-time presumptive identification of visible solid and liquid chemical materials at safe distances. The system’s detection scope includes Chemical Warfare Agents (CWA), Non-Traditional Agents (NTA), Pharmaceutical Based Agents (PBA), Fourth Generation Agents (FGA), Toxic Industrial Chemicals (TIC), Toxic Industrial Materials (TIM), and various explosive hazards such as Homemade Explosives (HME).

The Department of the Army, specifically the W6QK ACC-APG office, is managing this Sources Sought notice under solicitation number W911SR-26-RFI-PCAD. Requirements involve expertise in handheld system production, first article testing, integrated logistics support, software support, and general assistance for government testing activities. Performance is designated for Gunpowder, Maryland. This requirement is classified under NAICS code 334516, Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing, and PSC 6630, Chemical Analysis Instruments.

Responses to this inquiry are due by June 22, 2026, and the primary point of contact is MinhChau Nguyen. The notice, which was published on June 3, 2026, and updated on June 10, 2026, includes three attachments: the Request for Information document, a vendor questions and answers file, and a 2025 RFI reference document. No specific set-aside was designated in the metadata provided.