This Sources Sought Announcement is for market research to identify potential sources capable of providing product development, consumer research, and prototype demonstrations for alternative protein technologies intended for military rations, excluding cell-cultured meat and insect protein. The government seeks capabilities in innovative technology development, product creation, consumer acceptability research, and the provision of food samples for testing. Interested parties must submit a BAA preproposal via email by 15 May 2026, 5:00 PM EDT. No specific budget or location for performance is mentioned in this announcement. This is not a solicitation, and no funding or contract commitment exists at this time.