Bid guide
How to bid on a Service Agreement for Chemical Detectors with FEMA
What FEMA is buying and why it matters
The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) intends to purchase a service agreement for 24 Smiths Detection Lightweight Chemical Detectors (LCDs). These detectors are used at the Center for Domestic Preparedness (CDP) in Anniston, Alabama. This is a sole-source procurement, meaning FEMA believes only Smiths Detection can provide this specific service agreement for their existing equipment.
While this is a sole-source notice, it is an opportunity for other vendors to demonstrate their capability to provide similar services. If you can offer a comparable service agreement for these types of chemical detectors, submitting a capability statement could lead FEMA to consider a competitive procurement.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
This notice was published on June 25, 2026. If you intend to submit a capability statement, it must be received by July 6, 2026, at 4:00 PM Eastern Time. This deadline is critical for your submission to be considered.
After the deadline, FEMA will review any submitted capability statements. The government will then determine if there are other capable sources, which could lead to a competitive procurement. However, the decision to compete this requirement remains solely at the government's discretion.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is best suited for firms that specialize in the maintenance, calibration, or service agreements for chemical detection equipment, particularly those with experience related to Smiths Detection products or similar lightweight chemical detectors. The procurement is classified under NAICS 334519, 'Other Measuring and Controlling Device Manufacturing', with a small business size standard of 600 employees.
While the initial intent is sole-source, this is specifically for vendors who can provide technical data to prove their capability to offer the same product or service agreement for these specific chemical detectors.
How to respond to this notice
To respond, you must submit a capability statement. This statement should include technical data sufficient to demonstrate your ability to provide the same service agreement for Smiths Detection Lightweight Chemical Detectors. Your submission must be an MS Word or Adobe PDF attachment.
Email your capability statement to Laura Harshbarger at [email protected]. Do not make phone calls regarding this notice; all communication should be via email.
Tips for preparing a competitive response
Even for a sole-source notice, a strong capability statement is essential. Clearly articulate your firm's experience with chemical detectors, especially Smiths Detection models if applicable. Detail your technical expertise, certifications, and any specialized equipment or personnel that qualify you to service these devices.
Focus on demonstrating how your services are equivalent to or better than what Smiths Detection provides for their equipment. Provide specific examples of past performance with similar equipment or agencies. Ensure your statement is concise, well-organized, and directly addresses the need for a customized service agreement for the specified detectors.
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.
View this bid on BiddingSimpleThis guide was prepared by BiddingSimple from the solicitation’s public posting. It is not official guidance from Federal Emergency Management Agency; the original posting controls.