# SAM #W912CH27BA014_SourcesSought

Army market research for M1 Abrams fire suppression valve recharge kits

**Buyer:** U.S. Army Acquisition Directorate
**Posted:** October 26, 2026
**Respond By:** November 05, 2026
**Identifier:** W912CH27BA014_SourcesSought
**NAICS:** 336992, 332912

The U.S. Army is researching suppliers for valve recharge kits used to support M1 Abrams fire suppression systems.
- **Government buyer:** U.S. Army, Army Contracting Command, Detroit Arsenal (ACC-DTA).
- **Procurement:** Market research for a Recharge Kit, Valve for the M1 Abrams Family of Vehicles fire suppression system.
  - National Stock Number (NSN): 4210-01-483-9758.
  - Part number is listed as **57K4036** in the attachment and **579K4036** in the initial release summary; confirm the correct identifier.
- **Estimated quantities over five years:** 1,724 kits in Year 1 and 540 kits per year in Years 2–5, for 3,884 kits total.
- **Notable requirements:** The associated Technical Data Package has controlled distribution. Access requires current DD 2345 certification and verification of active Joint Certification Program registration. First article testing is not applicable.
- **OEMs and vendors:** No manufacturers, OEMs, or vendors are identified in the provided materials.
- **Opportunity status:** This is market research for potential future production; it does not specify a contract start date, end date, or award.

### Description

<p>Sources Sought / Request for Information (RFI) / Market Research Notice</p>

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<p>NOTICE Type: RFI/Market Research for the Recharge Kit, Valve</p>

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<p>This is a RFI / MARKET RESEARCH notice to request information for Government planning purposes only. Responses will assist the Government in planning its acquisition strategy for a potential future acquisition. The Government is not committed to issue a solicitation or award a contract as a result of this announcement. &nbsp;Army Contracting Command - Detroit (ACC-DTA) is seeking qualified and capable potential vendors. &nbsp;Since this is a Request for Information/Market Research and not a solicitation for receipt of proposals or quotations, the Government does not encourage questions concerning this market research.</p>

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<p>This Request for Information (RFI) is for the manufacturing of the following:</p>

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<p>Noun: &nbsp;Recharge Kit, Valve</p>

<p>NSN: &nbsp;4210-01-483-9758</p>

<p>P/N: &nbsp;579K4036</p>

<p>NAICS Code: 336992</p>

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<p>Noun Description: The Valve Recharge Kit is used to service and reset the fire suppression systems inside the M1 Abrams Family of Vehicles (FOV).</p>

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The Government is seeking to gain knowledge of the interest, capabilities, and qualifications of various members of the community, to include both small and large businesses.</p>

<p>If your company is interested and can demonstrate the ability, capability, and responsibility to deliver this equipment, you are encouraged to respond.</p>

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<p>Response Instructions:</p>

<p>Complete the Survey: Please download, complete, and return the attached &quot;SOURCES SOUGHT NOTICE/MARKET RESEARCH SURVEY&quot; document.</p>

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<p>Additional Material (Optional): You may also submit product literature, illustrations, or relevant company background/experience alongside your completed survey.</p>

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<p>Responses should be addressed to Angelo Wilson, angelo.b.wilson.civ@army.mil.</p>

<p>This is not a request for proposal. This information is being requested for Government planning purposes only and does not commit the Government to any contractual agreement. The Government will not award a contract based upon responses to this announcement. The Government shall not reimburse or pay any costs for preparing or submitting information in response to this notice.</p>

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<p>Contracting Office Address:</p>

<p>US Army Contracting Command &ndash; Detroit Arsenal</p>

<p>6501 E. Eleven Mile Road</p>

<p>Detroit Arsenal MI</p>

<p>48397-5000</p>

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<p>Point of Contract(s):</p>

<p>Angelo Wilson, Contract Specialist</p>

<p>angelo.b.wilson.civ@army.mil</p>

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