Sources Sought Notice PSH Follow-on.pdf

NAVAL SURFACE WARFARE CENTER, CARDEROCK DIVISION

CONTRACTS DEPARTMENT

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SOURCES SOUGHT NOTICE

DISCLAIMER: THIS SOURCES SOUGHT NOTICE IS FOR INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES

ONLY. THIS IS NOT A REQUEST FOR QUOTE. IT DOES NOT CONSTITUTE A

SOLICITATION AND SHALL NOT BE CONSTRUED AS A COMMITMENT BY THE

GOVERNMENT. NO FUNDS ARE AVAILABLE TO PAY FOR PREPARATION OF

RESPONSES TO THIS ANNOUNCEMENT. ANY INFORMATION SUBMITTED BY

RESPONDENTS TO THIS SOURCES SOUGHT NOTICE IS STRICTLY VOLUNTARY.

Closing Date: 8 July 2026

The Naval Surface Warfare Center Carderock Division (NSWCCD) requires a contract to provide propulsor support hardware and propulsor support services to include but not limited to castings, forgings, machining, welding, metrology, material testing, fasteners, and miscellaneous hardware..

The primary North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code for this procurement is 336611 - Ship Building and Repairing, and PSC 2010 – Ship and Boat Propulsion Components

There is not an anticipated period of performance yet. A Firm-Fixed-Price Purchase Order is the anticipated award type.

Naval Surface Warfare Center, Carderock Division (NSWCCD) is requesting assistance from commercial industry to conduct market research as well solicit recommendations as how best to define requirements for fabrication of hardware to support propulsor component construction, shipment and installation.

The purpose of this RFI is to conduct market research by soliciting industry comments and feedback. Market Research is being conducted to determine all potential socio-economic small businesses and large businesses interested in, and capable of, providing the support services identified herein. This posting is issued in accordance with the requirements of Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Parts 10.

If your organization has the potential capacity to perform these contract services, please provide the following information:

1. Cover page, not to exceed one (1) page that includes:

a. Organization name and address

b. Point of contact name and contact information

NAVAL SURFACE WARFARE CENTER, CARDEROCK DIVISION

CONTRACTS DEPARTMENT

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c. Size and type of organization, including if applicable U.S. small business or other status

d. Brief statement of interest that indicates the organization’s interest in applying as a prime or subcontractor.

2. Response to NSWCCD objectives shall not exceed 10 pages. Interested parties shall describe their capabilities and provide relevant past performance for tasking similar to tasking outlined in the DRAFT Performance Work Statement (PWS). Interested parties shall address any barriers to satisfying the PWS and provide recommendations such as modifications that would be required to be able to satisfy task areas within the PWS. NSWCCD is also seeking industry feedback on the following discussion areas and questions provided below.

3. NSWCCD Questions:

• Which sections of the draft PWS are you capable of performing? Outline your capabilities (equipment, facilities, and personnel qualifications) to perform these tasks.

• Outline your experience performing tasks related to the draft PWS, particularly in accordance with the standards/qualifications given in the references.

• Which sections of the draft PWS are unclear or require more information in order for you to evaluate your ability to perform them?

• Which portions of the draft PWS and associated references most limit your ability to meet this requirement

• Does the vendor have any suggestion on contract vehicle, contract type or/and CLIN structure?

NSWCCD intends to fulfill this requirement via a Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP) completion form contract with an anticipated award date of First Quarter, Fiscal Year 2027.

NOTE: Only information provided in the written Capability Statement shall be considered.

Capability Statements shall be submitted via e-mail to: kylie.l.cox2.civ@us.navy.mil by 9:00 a.m. Eastern on 8 July.

Attachment 1: DRAFT Performance Work Statement (PWS) mailto:kylie.l.cox2.civ@us.navy.mil