The Naval Surface Warfare Center Carderock Division (NSWCCD) is seeking a sole-source procurement from the University of Virginia Center for Applied Biometrics for personnel injury assessment services utilizing computational human body models. The service is exclusive to the University of Virginia, which provides specific expertise not available from other sources. The NAICS code for this requirement is 541330, with a business size threshold of $25 million. The NSWCCD plans to issue a fixed-price purchase order under Simplified Acquisition Procedures, adhering to FAR 6.302-1(a)(2)(ii) for restricting competition. Interested parties have until February 10, 2025, at 4:00 PM to submit capabilities statements, although this is not a competitive proposal request. The Government retains discretion over whether to consider any responses for future competitive procurement. Inquiries can be directed to Michael Bonaiuto via email. This procurement highlights the specialized nature of the required services and the government's intent to follow streamlined acquisition processes.

The document outlines a Request for Proposals (RFP) from the U.S. Navy for conducting personnel injury assessments for the COLUMBIA and VIRGINIA Block V Class submarines. It specifies a Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) for computational human body models to assess potential injuries to crew members due to impacts or collisions within the submarines. The contractor is expected to provide comprehensive assessments, including documenting occupant kinematics during motion and calculating injury risks, resulting in white papers that detail these findings. The RFP establishes criteria for the contractor’s qualifications, requiring specialized expertise in biomechanics and over 20 years of relevant experience. The assessments will utilize data from various finite element models provided by the government. Delivery of services extends from February to September 2025, with evaluations and acceptance occurring at the project’s destination. Additionally, the RFP emphasizes security requirements regarding Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) and outlines the terms and conditions governing the BPA, including the ceiling price of $249,999.99. The formalized structure guides the purchasing and acceptance processes while ensuring compliance with government standards for safety and operational integrity in naval operations.

This memorandum outlines the justification for sole source procurement from the University of Virginia's Center for Applied Biomechanics (UVA CAB) under the Simplified Acquisition Threshold (SAT). It states that the contracting officer has determined that only UVA CAB can fulfill the specific requirements for the COLUMBIA and VIRGINIA Block V Personnel Injury Assessments, as their specialized expertise in impact biomechanics for injury prevention is unmatched. Market research indicated other suppliers could not meet the specific needs or the necessary timelines. The memorandum emphasizes that using a different vendor would result in significant costs and delays, as UVA CAB has prior Department of Defense experience and established models relevant to the project. The total estimated values for related requirements for FY25 and FY26 are included, and certifications affirming the accuracy of the representations made in the memorandum are documented. This process exemplifies adherence to federal acquisition regulations to ensure that the government's unique needs are met effectively while justifying limited competition.