NUCLEAR WEAPONS SECURITY, TRANSIT PROTECTION SYSTEM, ACQUISITION & ENGINEERING SUPPORT SERVICES
ID: N0003027R1015Type: Sources Sought
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE NAVYSTRATEGIC SYSTEMS PROGRAMSWASHINGTON NAVY YARD, DC, 20374-5127, USA

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Engineering Services (541330)

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https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/28d3166e094b483da8c22bdecd112874/view
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Navy's Strategic Systems Programs, is conducting a Sources Sought Notice for Nuclear Weapons Security, Transit Protection System, Acquisition & Engineering Support Services. The objective is to identify capable firms that can provide comprehensive support in various areas, including Nuclear Weapons Surety, Transit Protection Program integration, and cybersecurity, as part of the TRIDENT II Fleet Ballistic Missile Program. This procurement is critical for ensuring the safety and security of nuclear weapons systems, with a contract type anticipated to be Cost Plus Fixed Fee, covering a base year from October 1, 2026, to September 30, 2027, and four additional option years. Interested firms must submit their White Paper Capability statements by October 17, 2025, to Felisha Morsell at felisha.morsell@ssp.navy.mil, demonstrating their qualifications and relevant experience.

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