The Department of Defense, specifically the Naval Surface Warfare Center, Carderock Division (NSWCCD), is seeking to establish a Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) for the development and procurement of composite sunshields for various military ship classes, including those of the US Navy, US Army, US Coast Guard, and Military Sealift Command. This initiative aims to transition from traditional metal sunshields to composite materials, addressing corrosion-related maintenance challenges and accommodating the unique sizing requirements of ready service lockers through custom configurations. The BPA will span five years, from October 1, 2024, to September 30, 2029, and is set aside exclusively for small businesses, with quotes due by 3:00 PM on September 24, 2024. Interested vendors can contact Christopher C. Rolince at christopher.c.rolinc@navy.mil or by phone at 757-513-7247 for further details.