ContractSpecial Notice

NAWCAD WOLF SAIW Technical and Engineering Services (TES)

DEPT OF DEFENSE N0042126R3006
Response Deadline
May 21, 2026
1 days left
Days Remaining
1
Until deadline
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Notice Type
Special Notice

Contract Opportunity Analysis

The Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division, Webster Outlying Field Ship & Air Integrated Warfare Division, is seeking Technical and Engineering Services under a SeaPort NxG Multiple Award Contract for the Department of the Navy/DoD. The work covers engineering support for advanced research and development, systems engineering, software and cybersecurity, integration, and life cycle sustainment for electronics, communications, information systems, and C6ISR-related platforms. The requirement uses a base year plus four option years, with a CPFF structure for labor, cost-reimbursable treatment for other direct costs, and not-separately-priced data and contractor-acquired property, with performance split between government and contractor sites and a contractor site located within 50 drivable miles of WOLF in St. Inigoes, Maryland; the evaluation emphasizes key personnel and sample tasks, and proposed personnel may require clearances up to TS/SCI. Comments and questions on the draft RFO are due by 21 May 2026 and should be emailed to Kellan Tarleton and Amy Davis with the subject line "N0042126R3006 TES RFO," and the final RFO is anticipated as soon as possible.

Classification Codes

NAICS Code
541330
Engineering Services
PSC Code
AC13
NATIONAL DEFENSE R&D SERVICES; DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE - MILITARY; EXPERIMENTAL DEVELOPMENT

Solicitation Documents

21 Files
Att L1 - Section L.pdf
PDF306 KBMay 20, 2026
AI Summary
This government Request For Offer (RFO) N0042126R3006 outlines instructions for a full and open competition to award a single Task Order (TO) to qualified SeaPort- Next Generation (NxG) Multiple Award Contract (MAC) holders. Offers must be unclassified, adhere to a specific format using Microsoft Office 2016 compatible software, and be submitted electronically via the Procurement Integrated Enterprise Environment (PIEE). The submission includes three volumes: Prerequisites (Volume 1), Technical (Volume 2), and Cost/Price (Volume 3). Key personnel and sample tasks are evaluated, and detailed cost information, including labor rates, indirect costs, and ODCs, must be provided. The RFO also specifies procedures for submitting questions, handling system outages, and outlines government-furnished information regarding labor hours and
Draft Solicitation - N0042126R3006.pdf
PDF2534 KBMay 20, 2026
AI Summary
This government Request for Offer (RFO) N0042126R3006 outlines a federal contract for Technical and Engineering Services (TES) under a SeaPort NxG Multiple Award Contract (MAC). The contract, issued by the Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division, focuses on Cost-Plus-Fixed-Fee (CPFF) labor, Cost Reimbursement (non-fee bearing) for Other Direct Costs (ODCs) like travel and materials, and Not Separately Priced (NSP) for data and Contractor Acquired Property (CAP). The work will be performed at both government and contractor sites, with specific requirements for security clearance and adherence to the Service Contract Act. The RFO details various Contract Line Item Numbers (CLINs) for different funding types (Procurement, O&M, RDT&E, Non-DoD, FMS, WCF) across a base year and four option years, totaling 1,580,240 man-hours. Key clauses cover personnel substitution, IT access requirements, travel procedures, and material procurement approvals, including thresholds for COR and Contracting Officer approval. Packaging, marking, inspection, and acceptance procedures are also specified, with a focus on compliance with FAR, DFARS, and NAVAIR regulations.
Att 01 - SOW.pdf
PDF439 KBMay 20, 2026
AI Summary
The Statement of Work (SOW) outlines technical engineering services for the Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division (NAWCAD) WOLF Ship & Air Integrated Warfare (SAIW) Division, operating under an organic Lead Systems Integrator® (oLSI®) model. The services support advanced research, development, systems engineering, and life cycle support for electronics, communications, and information systems for defense weapon systems, including C6ISR systems across various platforms. The SOW covers concept and technology development, system design, software solutions, cybersecurity, system integration, and life cycle sustainment. It details contractor requirements for work location (26% government, 74% contractor site within 50 drivable miles of WOLF, St. Inigoes, MD), IT compatibility, security clearances (up to TS/SCI), personnel management, and reporting. The document emphasizes compliance with numerous DoD and industry standards, including NISPOM, RMF, and ISO 9001:2015, and outlines requirements for telework, travel (CONUS/OCONUS), material handling, and subcontractor management. The overall goal is to rapidly develop engineering designs for immediate warfighter operational use.
Att 02 - CSP.pdf
PDF196 KBMay 20, 2026
AI Summary
This Contract Surveillance Plan (CSP) outlines the U.S. Government's Quality Assurance (QA) methods for overseeing technical engineering services under the SeaPort-Next Generation (NxG) Multiple Award Contract (MAC) Task Order (TO) N0042126R3006. The Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division (NAWCAD) Webster Outlying Field (WOLF) Ship & Air Integrated Warfare (SAIW) Division requires support for concept and technology development, system design, integration, sustainment, analysis, technical management, and cybersecurity, including rapidly-developed C6ISR systems. The TO will be a Cost-Plus-Fixed-Fee (CPFF) contract with a base and four option years. The CSP defines roles for the Contracting Officer (KO), Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR), Alternate COR (ACOR), and Government Project Leads (GPLs) in ensuring contractor performance aligns with the Statement of Work (SOW). Surveillance methods include annual Contractor Performance Assessment Reporting System (CPARS) evaluations and quarterly assessments using a Surveillance Activity Checklist (SAC) and evaluations of Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL) submissions, focusing on quality, schedule, cost, business relations, management, and small business utilization. The COR will maintain a QA file for the life of the TO.
Att 03 - DD254 Security Classification Specification.pdf
PDF354 KBMay 20, 2026
AI Summary
The provided government file indicates that the document content could not be displayed. It suggests that the user's PDF viewer may not be able to render the document type and recommends upgrading to the latest version of Adobe Reader. Links for downloading Adobe Reader and seeking further assistance are provided. The file also includes trademark information for Windows, Mac, and Linux. This document serves as a placeholder or error message, guiding users on how to access the intended content rather than providing substantive government information relevant to RFPs, grants, or similar opportunities.
Att 04 - CSWF Qualification Matrix.xlsx
Excel38 KBMay 20, 2026
AI Summary
The document outlines labor category titles and their corresponding foundational qualification options for various IT and cybersecurity roles within a government context, likely for RFPs or grants. It details specific education, DoD/Military training, commercial training, personnel certifications, and experience required for Basic, Intermediate, and Advanced proficiency levels. Key roles include Computer Network Architects, Computer Systems Analysts, Information Security Analysts, Network and Computer Systems Administrators, Software Developers, and Software Quality Assurance Analysts and Testers. The document emphasizes that higher-level qualifications can fulfill lower-level requirements and that experience may serve as an alternative to foundational qualifications, as per the DoD 8140 Manual. It also provides references for ABET and CAE accreditation, training repositories, and certification vendor information.
Att 05 - Data Item Transmittal Form.pdf
PDF88 KBMay 20, 2026
AI Summary
This document is a 'DATA ITEM TRANSMITTAL/ACCEPTANCE/REJECTION FORM' (Attachment 05) used in federal government contracts, likely for RFPs or grants. Its purpose is to formalize the submission, review, and disposition (acceptance or rejection) of data items from a contractor to the Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division (NAWCAD) Webster Outlying Field (WOLF). The form includes sections for detailing the CLIN/SLIN, title of the data item, distribution, document reference number, and submission date. It outlines the process for the contractor to forward an item for review, specifies the government's review period, and provides an endorsement section for NAWCAD WOLF to indicate acceptance (with or without comments) or rejection. If rejected, the form allows for comments and specifies a timeframe for the contractor to resubmit. This mechanism ensures clear communication and documentation for deliverables in government contracts.
Att 06 - List of Authorized Key Personnel.pdf
PDF90 KBMay 20, 2026
AI Summary
Attachment 06, titled “List of Authorized Key Personnel,” for the N0042126R3006 solicitation, serves as a placeholder document. It explicitly states that the detailed list of authorized key personnel will be completed and provided at the time of task order award. This indicates that specific personnel information is not yet defined and will be finalized upon the contract's execution.
Att 07 - COR Designation Letter.pdf
PDF71 KBMay 20, 2026
AI Summary
Attachment 07, titled "COR Designation Letter," for RFP N0042126R3006, is a placeholder document. It indicates that the actual content for the Contracting Officer's Representative (COR) designation letter will be completed at a later stage, specifically at P0000l. This suggests that the detailed information regarding the designated COR, their responsibilities, and authority will be provided once the project or contract reaches that specified milestone. The document serves to acknowledge the eventual inclusion of this critical designation within the broader RFP framework.
Att 08 - OCI List.pdf
PDF100 KBMay 20, 2026
AI Summary
This document, Attachment 08 to N0042126R3006, is an Organizational Conflict of Interest (OCI) List. In accordance with HTXT.209-9510, it outlines the requirements for identifying and managing potential OCIs related to services and supplies. The list currently indicates "N/A" for services, supplies, and supplier/contractor, suggesting that no specific OCIs have been identified or are applicable at the time of this document's creation. This attachment is a standard component within government RFPs, ensuring transparency and fairness in the contracting process by preemptively addressing potential conflicts of interest.
Att 10 - TDL CDRL attachment COR_TPOC Dec 2024.xlsx
Excel71 KBMay 20, 2026
AI Summary
This document outlines the detailed requirements for a Contractor's Management Report for Technical Direction Letters (TDLs), specifically focusing on financial and operational tracking. It provides a structured template for reporting on various aspects of TDLs, including title page definitions, contractor details, and specific data points for each TDL. Key sections cover labor, travel, material, and other direct costs (ODCs), with detailed columns for estimated versus actual costs, funding received, expenditures, and outstanding commitments. The report also mandates monthly financial tracking (funded, expenditures to date, EAC, and estimate) and requires comprehensive narrative sections on progress against milestones, problem areas, task schedules, deliverable status, future plans, and subcontractor information. The document emphasizes the need for a separate tab for each TDL and includes sample data to guide the contractor in completing the report accurately. This report is crucial for monitoring contract performance, identifying potential issues, and ensuring accountability in government contracting.
Att 11 - List of Approved Subcontractors.pdf
PDF71 KBMay 20, 2026
AI Summary
Attachment 11 (N0042126R3006) is a placeholder document for a list of approved subcontractors. This attachment will be completed at the task order award stage within the context of government RFPs, federal grants, or state/local RFPs.
Att 12 Wage Determination.pdf
PDF72 KBMay 20, 2026
AI Summary
The document, identified as N0042126R3006 Attachment 12, incorporates a Department of Labor Wage Determination (WD) into a contract. This WD, specifically 2015-4291 Revision 36, was issued on March 30, 2026, and applies to performance in St. Mary's County, Maryland. The document states that the WD is incorporated by reference with the same legal force and effect as if it were fully detailed within the contract. It also notes that the WD can be accessed electronically via sam.gov.
Att C1 - Cost Reimbursable Workbook - TES revised.xlsx
Excel531 KBMay 20, 2026
AI Summary
This document outlines detailed instructions for Prime Contractors and Subcontractors to complete a cost-reimbursable summary spreadsheet for federal government RFPs. It specifies formatting requirements, such as using letter-size paper and two-decimal dollar figures, and emphasizes maintaining formula integrity. Year 6 data is not required. Instructions cover entering employee names (or
Att C2 - Cost Reimbursable Narrative.docx
Word78 KBMay 20, 2026
AI Summary
Attachment C2, part of RFP N0042126R3006 Volume 3 – Cost/Price, outlines the comprehensive cost-reimbursable narrative requirements for contractors and subcontractors. It mandates detailed administrative information, including RFO numbers, entity identifiers, and points of contact, alongside crucial enclosures such as signed SF33s, DCAA/DCMA rate approvals, and accounting system information. The document requires a breakdown of proposed teams and subcontractor details, emphasizing transparency in business size, subcontract type, work description, and percentage of total proposed price. Furthermore, it specifies the submission of direct labor rates for current employees, historical escalation rates, and indirect cost actuals to substantiate proposed rates. The attachment also covers requirements for estimating practices, fee proposals, other direct costs, cost of money, price reasonableness, maximum pass-through rates, fully burdened labor rates, service contract labor standards, investments, and any additional information or changes made to Attachments C1 or C2. A final authorized signature is required to certify the submitted information.
Att C3 - Fixed Time and Material Price Narrative.docx
Word46 KBMay 20, 2026
AI Summary
This document, Attachment C3, outlines the administrative and submission requirements for subcontractors responding to Request for Offer (RFO) Number N0042126R3006, a Fixed/Time and Materials Price Narrative. Subcontractors must provide administrative information including their RFO Number, name, address, Unique Entity Identifier (UEI), CAGE Code, point of contact, and a response validity date of at least 180 calendar days. Required enclosures include a completed Section K, OCI KTXT.209-9511 and OCI Mitigation Plan (if applicable), and Letters of Commitment for proposed Key Personnel. Subcontractors must address Section K clauses, confirm their SAM representations and certifications are current, and complete Table 1 regarding Organizational Conflict of Interest (OCI). Any deviations from the requested information in Attachment C3 must be detailed in a narrative. Finally, an authorized representative must sign and date the document.
Att L2 - Labor Hours in Section L.xlsx
Excel24 KBMay 20, 2026
AI Summary
The document outlines a detailed breakdown of Technical Engineering Services (TES) draft hours across various labor categories and levels, both on-site and off-site, spanning a base year and four option years. The categories include Computer Occupations (Subject Matter Experts), Electrical Engineers, Systems Engineers, Financial Specialists, General and Operations Managers (Program and Project Managers), Logisticians, Management Analysts (Configuration Management Analysts), Mechanical Engineers, Project Management Specialists, Training and Development Specialists, Computer Network Architects, Computer Systems Analysts, Information Security Analysts, Network and Computer Systems Administrators, Software Developers, and Software Quality Assurance Analysts and Testers. Additionally, it lists SCA (Service Contract Act) positions such as Administrative Assistants, Electronics Technician Maintenance I, II, and III, General Clerk II, and Technical Writer I, II, and III. The total projected hours for all categories across the base year and four option years amount to 1,580,240.00, with a yearly increase in hours for most positions, except for 'KEY' personnel roles, which maintain consistent hours annually.
Att M1 - Section M.pdf
PDF181 KBMay 20, 2026
AI Summary
This government file, Attachment M1 of RFO N0042126R3006, outlines the evaluation factors and methodology for awarding a Task Order (TO) under FAR 16.507-2, emphasizing a streamlined process without formal source selection procedures. The award will go to the contractor with the Highest Technically Ranked Offer (HTRO) and a fair and reasonable price, with no tradeoffs between technical and cost/price factors. The evaluation involves a three-step process: a prerequisite Pass/Fail evaluation for Key Personnel, a comparative technical evaluation of Sample Tasks using Positive and Negative Findings to determine the HTRO, and a cost/price realism and reasonableness evaluation conducted only for the HTRO. The document details specific criteria for each evaluation step, including conditions for disqualification and methods for adjusting proposed costs, such as labor rates and escalation, to ensure realism and compliance with government standards. It also addresses the evaluation of options, reasonableness analysis based on labor cost 'tripwires,' and organizational conflict of interest assessments.
Att P1 - Key Personnel.docx
Word54 KBMay 20, 2026
AI Summary
The document N0042126R3006 Attachment P1 outlines the required resume format and qualification matrix for key personnel in a government RFP. It details sections for general information, education history, job training and certifications, and work experience, requiring comprehensive descriptions of duties, qualifications, and responsibilities relevant to the proposed labor category. The Key Personnel Qualification Matrix mandates a clear demonstration of how the proposed employee's experience meets or exceeds all mandatory minimum qualifications outlined in the Statement of Work (SOW). The document emphasizes that only experience detailed in the resume sections will be considered, ensuring a thorough and verifiable assessment of qualifications for federal government contracts.
Att T1 - Sample Tasks.docx
Word33 KBMay 20, 2026
AI Summary
The document, identified as SAMPLE TASK N0042126R3006, Volume 1 - Technical, Attachment T1, outlines instructions for an offeror to address
Att 09 - TDL CDRL attachment COR only Dec 2024.xlsx
Excel80 KBMay 20, 2026
AI Summary
This government file outlines a comprehensive reporting framework for federal contracts, grants, and RFPs, focusing on financial and operational oversight. It details requirements for contractor information, report titles, contract numbers, and issuing agencies. The document establishes sections for IDIQ Basic Roll Up, COR TO Data Breakout, Task Order Summary, CLIN Breakout, Rate Analysis, COR Spend Plan per CLIN, and COR ODC Roll Up Reporting. Key data points include contract ceilings, expenditures, funding balances, burn rates, labor hours, travel, material costs, and personnel data, including labor categories, actual vs. bid rates, and justifications for variances. The framework mandates detailed financial tracking, performance monitoring, and compliance with security classifications and other markings to ensure transparency and accountability in government procurement and project management.

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Project Timeline

postedOriginal Solicitation PostedMay 12, 2026
amendedAmendment #1May 13, 2026
amendedAmendment #2May 14, 2026
amendedLatest Amendment· Description UpdatedMay 20, 2026
deadlineResponse DeadlineMay 21, 2026
expiryArchive DateJun 5, 2026

Agency Information

Department
DEPT OF DEFENSE
Sub-Tier
DEPT OF THE NAVY
Office
NAVAIR NAWC AD

Point of Contact

Name
Kellan Tarleton

Place of Performance

Saint Inigoes, Maryland, UNITED STATES

Official Sources