The Department of Defense, specifically the Naval Research Laboratory, is seeking qualified small businesses to provide engineering support for Electro-Optic and Infrared (EO/IR) measurements and simulations. The procurement aims to enhance research and development efforts related to EO/IR ship signatures, missile simulators, and electronic warfare technologies, which are critical for the protection of U.S. Navy and Marine Corps platforms. The scope of work includes software engineering, technical support for countermeasures, and lab and field experiment support, with a contract anticipated to be awarded as a Cost-Plus-Fixed-Fee term contract for one base year and four option years. Interested parties must have an active registration in the SAM database and can expect the solicitation to be available by November 15, 2024; inquiries should be directed via email to Gabrielle Giles or Rick Savelli.