High Speed SD Detector
DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE ARMY.AMC.ACC.ACC-CTRS.ACC RI.W6QK ACC-RI · Response deadline: Mon, 19 Oct 2026
What the government is buying
The U.S. Army is soliciting for a High Speed SD Detector. This falls under NAICS code 334610—the Manufacturing and Reproduction of Magnetic and Optical Media classification, which also encompasses the broader category of photographic and photocopying equipment manufacturing. In federal contracting, 334610 typically covers optical detectors, scanning equipment, and related precision instrumentation used for measurement, imaging, or signal detection.
SD detectors generally refer to silicon drift detectors, semiconductor devices used for high-resolution detection of X-rays and charged particles. These are employed in applications requiring fast signal processing and good energy resolution. Given the "High Speed" designation in the title, the Army likely seeks a detector optimized for rapid acquisition rates, potentially for materials characterization, radiation detection, or quality assurance applications in a defense-related setting.
See the solicitation for complete specifications, performance requirements, and intended use.
Key facts
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | DEPT OF DEFENSE · DEPT OF THE ARMY · AMC · ACC · ACC-CTRS · ACC RI · W6QK ACC-RI (Army Contracting Command-Rock Island) |
| Notice type | Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | W519TC27QA016 |
| NAICS | 334610 (Manufacturing and Reproduction of Magnetic and Optical Media) |
| Set-aside | No Set aside used—full and open competition |
| Response deadline | October 19, 2026 at 10:00 AM CT |
| Place of performance | Rock Island, IL |
Who can bid
This is a full and open competition with no set-aside restrictions. Any responsible offeror—regardless of size, socioeconomic status, or domestic location—may submit a bid. This includes:
- Large manufacturers of semiconductor detection equipment
- Small and mid-size businesses with relevant capabilities
- Nontraditional defense contractors
However, competition will likely favor firms with established expertise in semiconductor radiation detection, particularly silicon drift detector technology. If you are a small business without prior defense contracts, assess carefully whether you can meet any technical qualifications, past performance requirements, or security clearances that may appear in the full solicitation. See the solicitation for complete eligibility and responsibility criteria.
How to put together a competitive bid
For optical/media equipment manufacturing solicitations under full and open competition:
Technical proposal: Emphasize detector specifications that directly address "high speed"—throughput rates, dead time, signal-to-noise performance at elevated count rates, and energy resolution benchmarks. Provide validated performance data from comparable applications.
Manufacturing and quality: Detail your production capacity, supply chain resilience for semiconductor materials, and quality management system certification (e.g., ISO 9001, AS9100 if required). Army procurements typically emphasize traceability and configuration management.
Pricing strategy: With no set-aside to limit competition, expect price to be a significant evaluation factor. Analyze your cost structure for silicon wafer processing, packaging, and calibration. Consider whether Rock Island, IL performance creates logistical advantages or burdens.
Past performance: Cite relevant contracts for radiation detection, spectroscopy systems, or precision optical instrumentation. Government validation of prior performance strengthens proposals significantly.
SAM.gov registration: Verify your entity registration, NAICS 334610 representation, and TIN match are current.
See the solicitation for specific evaluation criteria, CLIN structure, and any brand-name justification or justification-and-approval requirements.
Next steps
Retrieve the full solicitation on SAM.gov using solicitation number W519TC27QA016 and the official title "High Speed SD Detector."
Review in detail: Specifications, delivery schedule, evaluation factors, and any amendments posted after October 14, 2026.
Note the firm deadline: Proposals are due October 19, 2026 at 10:00 AM Central Time—five days from posting. Given this compressed timeline, prepare questions immediately if the solicitation is ambiguous; submit through the contracting officer promptly.
Register in SAM.gov if not already active, and confirm your CAGE code and entity information.
View the official notice on SAM.gov →