ONR Science and Engineering Support 2014-2019

The ONR Science and Engineering Support 2014-2019 Master Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract, awarded by the Naval Research Laboratory, provides comprehensive scientific and engineering support services for advanced research and development efforts. The contract covers a wide range of technical domains, including organic and inorganic chemistry, electrochemistry, corrosion prevention, biochemistry, cellular and molecular biology, materials and coatings development, sensor platforms, power and energy systems, and physical and structural acoustics. Contractors under this vehicle are engaged in sophisticated research, development, test, and evaluation (RDT&E) projects aimed at advancing naval technological capabilities across multiple scientific disciplines.

The task orders under this IDIQ demonstrate a consistent pattern of Cost Plus Fixed Fee delivery orders, primarily awarded to firms like Excet, LLC and Nova Research, Inc. Typical task order values range from approximately $200,000 to $7.5 million, with performance periods typically spanning 12-24 months. The Office of Naval Research consistently utilized this contract vehicle for specialized research in areas such as energy and electrochemical systems, naval coatings development, sensor platforms, and underwater detection technologies. Most task orders were awarded without small business set-aside designations, with performance locations predominantly in the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area. The contract's total shared ceiling was $30 million, and it operated from February 2014 to February 2019, supporting critical research initiatives across multiple scientific and engineering domains.