2025-2027 TECHNICAL MATURATION AND RISK REDUCTION
ID: N0003025RTBDType: Special Notice
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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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NATIONAL DEFENSE R&D SERVICES; DEFENSE-RELATED ACTIVITIES; EXPERIMENTAL DEVELOPMENT (AC33)
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Navy's Strategic Systems Programs, is seeking proposals for the 2025-2027 Technical Maturation and Risk Reduction initiative. This procurement aims to enhance engineering services related to national defense research and development, focusing on experimental development and defense-related activities. The successful contractor will play a crucial role in advancing technologies that support national security objectives. Interested parties can reach out to Bina Russell at bina.russell@ssp.navy.mil or call 202-451-3193 for further details regarding this opportunity.

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    The document details a Request for Proposal (RFP) for technical maturation and risk reduction support services needed by the Strategic Systems Programs (SSP). The contractor is expected to provide comprehensive engineering and technical support at multiple U.S. locations for the SSP’s initiatives, including Fire Control, Missile, and Ship's systems coordination. Key tasks include planning, initial system engineering, and coordinating activities between warfare centers and acquisition resource managers. The contractor must conduct multi-discipline technical reviews of submissions, deliver written feedback, participate in project meetings, and assess obsolescence mitigation for nuclear weapon systems components. Additionally, the contractor is required to provide analyses, trade studies, and test plans regarding revisions to existing and future fire control and payload control systems. Overall, the RFP emphasizes the need for detailed planning and technical assessments to advance the SSP’s capabilities while ensuring compliance with operational requirements and safety regulations.
    The Strategic Systems Programs (SSP) is issuing a Sources Sought Notice (SSN) for market research to identify firms capable of providing specialized technical services for the development and support of U.S. nuclear weapon systems and fire control subsystems for contracts spanning from FY25 to FY27. The SSP seeks firms with expertise in strategic weapons systems, logistics, and engineering services. Intended activities include enhancements in fire control systems, obsolescence mitigation, and software updates. Interested firms must submit detailed white papers by December 9, 2024, demonstrating minimum qualifications and relevant past performance, particularly in relation to U.S. Navy systems. The contract may be set aside for small businesses, promoting opportunities for various categories including veteran-owned and disadvantaged businesses. Responses will be evaluated based on the ability to meet specific technical requirements, manage the project scope, and demonstrate previous successful performance in similar endeavors. This SSN is strictly for informational purposes and does not constitute a request for proposals or guarantee contract awards.
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