Bid guide
How to bid on the PI538 Flash X-Ray Pulse Replacement Project for the Army
What the Army is buying and why it matters
The Department of the Army is seeking information from contractors for a complete replacement of the PI-538 Flash X-Ray Pulse system at White Sands Missile Range, New Mexico. This project also includes modernizing the supporting underground facility.
This is a Request for Information (RFI), meaning the Army is gathering data to help shape its future acquisition strategy. It is not a solicitation for a contract, but an opportunity for vendors to inform the government's plans for a significant technology upgrade.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
This RFI was published on July 17, 2026. Responses are due by August 31, 2026, at 11:59 PM ET. This deadline is for submitting your white paper and any supporting materials.
After the deadline, the government team will review the submitted information to understand technical approaches, scheduling concepts, and rough cost estimates. This feedback will help them refine their acquisition strategy for the project.
Who this opportunity suits
This RFI is suitable for qualified prime contractors, engineering firms, and specialized systems integrators. The Army is looking for firms capable of executing a comprehensive design-build and systems integration effort.
Vendors with expertise in technology, particularly in X-ray pulse systems, facility modernization, and complex systems integration, will find this opportunity relevant. The government is open to suggestions for alternative NAICS codes that might better fit the requirements.
How to respond
To access the opportunity details, click the “View original source” button. If the first click takes you to the portal's homepage, click it again to go directly to the bid. You may need a free account to view documents, though this is not always required.
Your response should be limited to a five-page white paper. This page limit does not include a cover page, cover letter, table of contents, or any documentation submitted for past performance. Clearly identify any proprietary information.
Tips for preparing a competitive response
Focus your white paper on providing clear, concise feedback on technical approaches, scheduling concepts, and Rough Order of Magnitude (ROM) cost estimates. Highlight your firm's capabilities in design-build and systems integration relevant to X-ray pulse systems and facility modernization.
Include relevant past performance information to demonstrate your experience with similar projects. Since this is an RFI, your goal is to showcase your expertise and influence the government's future procurement strategy. While responses are voluntary and not a promise of payment, a well-crafted submission can position your company favorably for future solicitations.
See the live bid — deadline, agency details, and how to respond
Dates and requirements can change via addenda; always verify on the bid page and at the original source before responding.
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