AN/SPQ-15 Production and Installation Support Services

The Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division (NSWCDD) is issuing an Advance Notice/Sources Sought for AN/SPQ-15 Production and Installation Support Services (N0017826R4506). This Task Order seeks to procure production and sustainment for AN/SPQ-14(V) Advanced Sensor Distribution Systems, AN/SPQ-15(V) Data Distribution Systems, and future distribution systems for U.S. Navy, land-based, and Foreign Military Sales ships. The contract is anticipated to be a Cost-Plus-Fixed-Fee (CPFF) and Firm Fixed Price (FFP) Order, with a 12-month base period and four 12-month option periods, totaling 60 months. The requirement anticipates 76.25 Full Time Equivalents (FTEs) over the contract's life, including key and non-key personnel. Contractors must have a SECRET Facility Clearance Level (FCL) and all personnel must possess a SECRET security clearance. A set-aside determination has not yet been made, and capability statements of no more than 10 pages are requested by May 25, 2026, at 1600 EST. A virtual Industry Day Brief will be held on April 30, 2026, at 1030 EST via Microsoft Teams. This is a Sources Sought request, not a Request for Proposal.

This government file outlines the requirements for a contractor to provide production, delivery, engineering, technical, configuration management, integrated logistics support, obsolescence mitigation, and cybersecurity support for AN/SPQ-15(V) and AN/SPQ-14(V) radar distribution systems. Key aspects include rigorous testing procedures like Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), First Article Qualification Testing (FAQT), Production Acceptance Test (PAT), and System Burn-in Test (SBT, each with detailed protocols for government approval and oversight. The contractor is responsible for producing equipment and software according to Technical Data Packages (TDPs), addressing trouble reports, and implementing engineering changes. Warranties of 24 months are required for all delivered and repaired equipment. Engineering services encompass system design, hardware and software development, and technical risk management, while technical services cover installation, sustainment, and environmental qualification testing. The contractor must also manage configuration, provide integrated logistics support including training and technical manuals, and address obsolescence issues through a DMSMS Plan. Cybersecurity support is critical, involving Risk Management Framework (RMF) package development, Annual Security Reviews (ASR), vulnerability assessments, and compliance with DoD and DoN cybersecurity directives. The overall objective is to ensure the continuous improvement, reliability, and security of naval radar distribution systems.

This government file outlines the recommended labor mix, qualifications, and security requirements for a federal contract. It details specific labor categories, including key and non-key personnel, for a five-year period (base plus four option years), totaling 146,400 hours. Offerors can propose alternative labor mixes but must justify deviations from the government's estimate to avoid penalties. The document specifies minimum education and experience for 22 labor categories, emphasizing the need for appropriate professional development and certifications, particularly for Cyber Security Workforce (CSWF) personnel. All personnel must hold a minimum SECRET security clearance, with some roles requiring TOP SECRET/Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) and specific IT level designations. Detailed descriptions for key personnel (Computer Programmer IV, Systems Engineer IV, Integrated Logistics Support Specialist IV, Supervisory Technical Writer IV, and Program/Project Manager III) and non-key personnel are provided, outlining responsibilities, required education, certifications, and years of experience. The file stresses compliance with Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) Clause 252.239-7001 regarding baseline certifications and security clearances.

The Dam Neck Activity Industry Day on April 30, 2026, outlined the requirements for the AN/SPQ-15(V) Data Distribution Systems (DDS) and AN/SPQ-14(V) Advanced Sensor Distribution Systems (ASDS). The purpose was to promote competition, exchange information, and improve understanding of acquisition needs. This new requirement consolidates existing contracts N0017823D4501 and N0017824D4500 into a 5-year IDIQ contract (N0017826D4506) with FFP, CPFF, and ODCs. Key requirements include production and delivery of equipment according to Technical Data Packages, comprehensive testing, meticulous data management, and a 24-month warranty. The project also encompasses extensive engineering services (systems, hardware, software), technical services for installation and sustainment, robust Configuration Management (CM) and Integrated Logistics Support (ILS), proactive obsolescence management, and comprehensive cybersecurity support to maintain Authority to Operate (ATO). The anticipated solicitation release is October 2026, with an award in April 2028.

The document lists attendees from various companies, including PDA Engineering, DRS Laurel Technologies, and Systems Engineering Support Company. For each attendee, details such as their CAGE Code, name, title, and email address are provided. The file appears to be a record of participants, likely from a government-related event, meeting, or a response to an RFP or grant, indicating engagement from different entities in a federal, state, or local government context.

This government file clarifies key dates for an RFP process, specifically addressing discrepancies between the SAM.gov notice metadata and the schedule paragraph within the notice. It specifies that April 29, 2026, is the deadline for requesting a TEAMS link for Industry Day, while May 25, 2026, is the final date for submitting Capability Statements. This clarification is essential for potential bidders to adhere to the correct timelines for participation in the federal government RFP.