Complexity Reviews - Columbia / Virginia Class shock qualification programs
ID: N0016725Q0010Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
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Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE NAVYNSWC CARDEROCKBETHESDA, MD, 20817-5700, USA

NAICS

Engineering Services (541330)

PSC

NATIONAL DEFENSE R&D SERVICES; DEFENSE-RELATED ACTIVITIES; APPLIED RESEARCH (AC32)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

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https://sam.gov/opp/09568c8d9d054257a7dca576742b70f7/view
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    The Department of Defense, through the Naval Surface Warfare Center Carderock Division (NSWCCD), is seeking bids from small businesses for engineering support related to shock qualification programs for the Columbia and Virginia Class submarines. The procurement involves conducting low and high complexity reviews of both contractor-furnished and government-furnished equipment to ensure compliance with established shock specifications, with deliverables including technical reports and presentations. This initiative underscores the government's commitment to maintaining high standards in submarine defense capabilities, with a total contract value of up to $999,000 over three years, evaluated on a lowest price technically acceptable (LPTA) basis. Interested parties must submit their quotes by January 31, 2025, and direct any inquiries to Steven Besanko at steven.besanko@navy.mil by January 24, 2025.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Steven Besanko
    (301) 312-3357
    steven.besanko@navy.mil
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    DD 254 v1.pdf
    This document is a DD Form 254, which specifies classification security requirements for a U.S. Department of Defense contracting effort. It outlines that the required facility security clearance is "Confidential," and the contractor will engage in providing engineering services for submarine equipment shock qualification. Key details include the necessity for access to various classified information types, including Naval Nuclear Propulsion Information (NNPI) and Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI). The contractor and any subcontractors must comply with stringent security measures, safeguard classified information, and have specific protocols for public releases. Additionally, several security classification guides are referenced, ensuring that the contractor adheres to updated national security regulations. Overall, the document emphasizes the importance of protecting sensitive information throughout the contract's duration, aligning with federal security protocols within the context of military operations and technology development.
    N0016725Q0010.pdf
    The Naval Surface Warfare Center Carderock Division (NSWCCD) seeks bids for engineering support on shock qualification programs for the Columbia and Virginia Class submarines. This solicitation is specifically set aside for small businesses and is valued up to $999,000 for a Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) over three years, with an evaluation based on the lowest price technically acceptable (LPTA). Contractors are required to conduct low and high complexity reviews of contractor-furnished and government-furnished equipment for compliance with shock specifications defined in marine standards. Deliverables include technical reports, meeting minutes, and PowerPoint presentations, handled by engineers with relevant qualifications in mechanical or civil engineering. The contractor should attend meetings, provide commitment reviews, and interact with various Navy engineering teams. The project's security requirements mandate classification up to CONFIDENTIAL, and all protected information must be managed according to strict protocols. The submission deadline for quotes is January 31, 2025, with a cutoff for inquiries on January 24, 2025. This RFP underlines the government’s commitment to maintaining stringent standards in submarine defense capabilities through strategic partnerships with small businesses.
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