The document outlines a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for providing Simulation Training for the USS Cleveland (LCS-31) as it navigates the St. Lawrence Seaway. This 4-day, non-personnel services training program aims to enhance the crew's capabilities to maneuver the Littoral Combat Ship (LCS) in riverine conditions that include unfamiliar waterways, locks, and pier operations, ensuring safety and operational effectiveness. The training will take place from April 14 to April 17, 2025, at the contractor's facility, under a Firm-Fixed-Price contract. It emphasizes the need for qualified personnel and facilities, as well as adherence to established standards and safety protocols during training. The document specifies that quotes must be submitted via email by 10:00 AM on April 4, 2025, and includes detailed instructions for proposal submission, including what to include to ensure technical acceptability. All inquiries must be submitted in writing by April 2, 2025. The agency aims to select the most advantageous quote based on price and compliance with the training requirements, thereby enhancing operational readiness for naval missions in domestic and shared waterways.

The Performance Work Statement outlines a contract for providing simulation training for the Freedom Class Littoral Combat Ship (LCS) to enhance crews' capabilities in navigating through the Great Lakes and St. Lawrence Seaway. The contractor, Maritime Simulation and Resource Center (MSRC), will lead a specialized 4-day training program focused on safe maneuvering through unfamiliar river environments, including lock approaches and docking under various currents with tug assistance. The training encompasses theoretical and practical exercises utilizing a multidisciplinary navigation simulator. A total of six participants will be involved, guided by qualified personnel, with an emphasis on maintaining a clean and safe training environment. The training is set to take place from April 14 to April 17, 2025, and aims to facilitate the safe integration of LCS operations with the local Canadian pilotage requirements. The document emphasizes the contractor's responsibility to meet operational standards and ensure readiness for the specific challenges of the training environment. Overall, the program plays a vital role in enhancing the safety and effectiveness of LCS operations in complex waterways.