The Naval Surface Warfare Center Carderock Division (NSWCCD) is seeking metallurgical testing and model development services exclusively from the University of Colorado (UC), which is deemed the sole provider of the necessary support. This procurement falls under the NAICS code 541990, with a business size threshold of $19.5 million. The action is classified as a sole-source purchase order, according to FAR 6.302-1(a)(2)(ii), due to the absence of comparable services in the market. NSWCCD plans to issue a firm fixed-price order to Creative Systems using Simplified Acquisition Procedures. Interested vendors can submit a capabilities statement by 08:00 AM on September 24, 2024. The notice clarifies that this is not a request for competitive proposals; however, all responses will be reviewed to inform the Government's decision on whether to pursue competitive procurement. For inquiries, interested parties are directed to contact Michael Bonaiuto via email.

The government file N0016724Q0328 outlines a Request for Proposal (RFP) for the development of a computational model to enhance the modeling of magneto-elastic properties of Navy steels. This initiative, led by Professors Stephen Gedney and John Young, focuses on improving MAGSTROM, a tool essential for Navy degaussing systems. The proposal includes several objectives, such as enhancing computational efficiency, integrating new models, and validating results against experimental data. The contractor is required to provide annual reports, monthly progress meetings, and deliverables including technical summaries. The project timeline spans from September 30, 2024, to September 29, 2025, with inspections and acceptance at the destination, the Naval Surface Warfare Center Carderock. The RFP emphasizes the need for subject matter expertise in underwater and computational electromagnetics. The document also specifies compliance with various acquisition regulations and clauses, reflecting the government's commitment to transparency and accountability in federal contracting practices.

The memorandum outlines a Sole Source Justification for contracting the Magnetic Materials Laboratory at the University of Colorado, Denver, for essential measurements of magneto-elastic and magneto-thermal properties of Navy steels. This contract, effective from September 30, 2024, to September 29, 2025, is crucial for the development of physics-based models underpinning the analysis and mitigation of underwater electromagnetic signatures of naval vessels. It emphasizes the uniqueness of the laboratory’s capabilities, claiming no alternative source can meet the Navy’s specific needs regarding steel types and submerged pressure conditions. The document highlights the risk of delays and increased costs if another vendor is considered. It concludes with a technical certification affirming the accuracy of the representations made concerning the necessity and urgency of this acquisition, reinforcing the critical nature of this partnership to support national defense initiatives.