The Performance Work Statement (PWS) outlines engineering support needed for the Naval Surface Warfare Center Carderock Division's shock qualification programs for Columbia and Virginia Class submarines. This Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract lasts two years and specifies a variety of engineering services, including low and high complexity reviews of contractor and government-furnished equipment to ensure compliance with shock requirements via established specifications. The contractor is expected to perform 30 low complexity reviews, 4 high complexity reviews, and additional tasks related to comment adjudication, meeting participation, and local travel, supporting rigorous review processes integral to submarine safety.
The contractor must maintain a qualified workforce with relevant experience and education in engineering disciplines, ensuring an understanding of subsurface specifications and technical authorities in shock qualification. Deliverables include technical reports and meeting minutes, with stringent timelines for completion of reviews. Security protocols dictate handling of confidential materials, while the contractor's work primarily occurs at their facility, with periodic presence at government locations. This project underscores the government's commitment to enhancing underwater systems' reliability and safety.
The Naval Surface Warfare Center, Carderock Division (NSWCCD) is issuing a Sources Sought Notice to identify potential vendors for shock engineering services related to the Columbia Class and Virginia Class shock qualification programs. This notice is for informational purposes only and does not represent a solicitation or a request for quotes; therefore, no funding is available for responses. Interested parties must monitor the Contract Opportunities website for future solicitation announcements. The NSWCCD seeks information regarding business capabilities to assist in defining acquisition strategies, such as procurement methods and size category designations (e.g., small or large business).
Vendors are urged to submit a Capability Statement via email by October 30, 2024, including their company details, size classification, CAGE code, and a rough cost estimate. The attached Performance Work Statement outlines specific testing requirements. This initiative emphasizes the government's need for specialized engineering services and aims to gather industry capabilities to influence future procurement decisions effectively. The notice underscores the voluntary nature of the response, with a clear directive for input submission.