Waterborne Security Barrier 2.0
ID: N0002426R4125Type: Special Notice
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DEPT OF DEFENSE

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Port and Harbor Operations (488310)

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https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/87af998fae6c405f99792e67f81698dc/view
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    The Department of Defense, through the Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA), is seeking qualified sources for the design, manufacturing, and installation of a Waterborne Security Barrier (WSB) system to protect U.S. Navy ports from various threats. This Request for Information (RFI) aims to gather insights for market research and acquisition planning, focusing on systems that can withstand environmental forces and vessel impacts while leveraging commercial practices. The anticipated procurement will involve replacing WSB systems at multiple sites, with a projected Request for Proposals (RFP) completion in FY26Q3 and initial contract awards in FY27Q2. Interested parties should submit their capability summaries to Jim McGowan or Sherri Patsos via email, adhering to the Terms of Use Agreement for handling sensitive data.

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    Jim McGowan
    james.f.mcgowan6.civ@us.navy.mil
    Sherri Patsos
    sherri.c.patsos.civ@us.navy.mil
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    The “TERMS OF USE AGREEMENT” (Solicitation N00024-26-R-4125) outlines the conditions for recipients to access sensitive data related to the Waterborne Security Barrier 2.0 (WSB 2.0) solicitation. Recipients, including prime contractors and subcontractors, must use the data solely for generating proposals and the resulting contract, adhering strictly to the agreement, distribution statements, and all applicable regulations. Key restrictions include prohibitions on public release without prior consent, disclosure of NOFORN-marked data to foreign nationals, and any use contrary to restrictive markings. The agreement emphasizes compliance with the Arms Export Control Act, Freedom of Information Act exemptions, ITAR, DoDM 5220.22-M (NISPOM), DFARS Clauses 252.204-7012 and 252.227-7025, and NIST Special Publication 800-171. Recipients accept data “as is” and are responsible for ensuring subcontractor adherence. The document also requires specific recipient identification information and an acknowledgment of acceptance.
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