Advanced Submarine Launcher Facility Modification

The Naval Sea Systems Command, through the Naval Undersea Warfare Center Division Newport (NUWCDIVNPT), is seeking contractor services to modify the Advanced Submarine Launcher Facility (ASLF) to support future testing of advanced launcher systems. The scope of work includes installing a SEAWOLF Mk 69 Torpedo Tube into the ASLF impulse tank and fabricating and installing associated hydraulic, air, fluid, and electrical systems, an arresting system, loading tray, painting, and final testing. Key qualifications required include recent torpedo tube installation experience with submarine welding requirements, expertise in launcher system acoustics, and proven ability to manage complex fabrication efforts within tight timelines. This Request for Information (RFI) is intended to gauge industry interest and capability rather than serve as a formal solicitation, and responses will be evaluated based on technical qualifications and past performance. White papers must be submitted by November 19, 2025, with a maximum length of five pages and two past performance references; technical questions should be directed to Joshua Knoth, while white papers should be submitted to Erin Montanari and Juli Chytka.

There are no set-aside designations for this opportunity, and no incumbent contractor or specific award value has been identified in the pre-solicitation materials. The project operates under a critical 22-month completion window to prevent disruption to VIRGINIA Class submarine construction testing, establishing a firm scheduling constraint for the successful contractor. Access to controlled unclassified information (CUI) materials, including detailed technical slides, requires active SAM.GOV registration with appropriate data entry or administrator role credentials and must be requested through the SAM.GOV portal subject to Contracting Officer review. The RFI explicitly states that this information-gathering effort does not guarantee future procurement, and interested companies must demonstrate their capability and interest through their white paper submissions to proceed toward potential contract award consideration.