NAWCAD WOLF ASI Division Naval Avionics Platform Integration Emulator (NAPIE)
ID: N00421-25-R-0046Type: Sources Sought
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Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE NAVYNAVAL AIR WARFARE CENTER AIR DIVPATUXENT RIVER, MD, 20670-1545, USA

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Engineering Services (541330)

PSC

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

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https://sam.gov/opp/dfd4ff4e5bd74ee7a9e4a55cc2881f84/view
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    The Department of Defense, through the Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division (NAWCAD), is seeking contractors to provide support for the Naval Avionics Platform Integration Emulator (NAPIE) project, which includes technical development planning, design, prototyping, equipment integration, and testing. This procurement aims to enhance the rapid prototyping of military and civilian avionics technologies, aligning with the Chief of Naval Operations’ Navigation Plan (NAVPLAN) and ensuring compliance with Department of Defense specifications. Interested contractors currently on-boarded in the RAPID MAC Pool 6 are encouraged to express their intent to bid on this forthcoming Request for Offer (RFO), with submissions due by 12:30 PM EST on July 21, 2025. For further inquiries, interested parties may contact Emilee Pierce at emilee.n.pierce.civ@us.navy.mil or Amy Davis at amy.g.davis.civ@us.navy.mil.

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    Attachment 01 - Draft SOW.pdf
    The Statement of Work (SOW) for the Naval Avionics Platform Integration Emulator (NAPIE) outlines the responsibilities and requirements for the contractor hired to support the Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division (NAWCAD). The NAPIE project focuses on advancing platform integration tools to enhance the rapid prototyping of military and civilian avionics technologies, conducting design, development, equipment integration, and testing with a view towards fulfilling immediate fleet needs and supporting the Chief of Naval Operations’ Navigation Plan (NAVPLAN). The contractor is responsible for adhering to various DoD specifications and standards, ensuring security clearances, maintaining a flexible work environment split between government and contractor sites, and following strict reporting and documentation processes including regular progress reports. The contract emphasizes collaborative development, technological adaptability, and comprehensive quality oversight to ensure effective service delivery while managing intellectual property rights in alignment with military objectives. This SOW is part of broader federal and state contracts aimed at enhancing military capabilities through cutting-edge technology while ensuring compliance with security and operational protocols.
    Attachment 02 - Draft Hours.pdf
    The document outlines a detailed labor category breakdown for a government Request for Proposals (RFP) and related grants, specifying on-site and off-site regular hours for various occupations. Key roles include Administrative Assistants, Computer Systems Analysts, Engineers (Electrical, Mechanical), and Software Developers, categorized by experience levels ranging from junior to senior positions. Each category includes specified work hour totals across five years, summing up to 298,035 hours in total. The document emphasizes the importance of structured labor allocation, highlighting how many hours each position is expected to contribute yearly. This data is crucial for understanding resource requirements and workforce planning in response to government needs, reflecting a systematic approach to project management in federal and local engagements. Overall, this document plays a vital role in ensuring that contractual obligations meet the strategic objectives of government projects.
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