The Office of Naval Research awarded a $56,000 firm fixed-price purchase order to DNV USA Inc.'s Energy Systems Division for crack growth testing services. The contract, awarded on August 22, 2016, with an ultimate completion date of April 22, 2017, represents a sole-source award with no set-aside designation. DNV USA Inc., a foreign-owned technical services firm based in Dublin, Ohio, specializes in materials science testing and corrosion analysis, providing sophisticated investigative services focused on infrastructure integrity and material performance assessment.
This engagement aligns with the Office of Naval Research's broader mission to advance naval capabilities through scientific and technological innovation. DNV USA Inc. has established a track record of delivering specialized technical services to federal agencies including the Department of Energy's National Energy Technology Laboratory and the National Transportation Safety Board, with particular expertise in crack growth analysis, corrosion testing, and pipeline material investigation. The firm's contract work typically involves highly technical assessments of materials and infrastructure, supporting critical analyses that inform naval and energy sector decision-making.