Announcement for Upcoming 2026 NSRP R&D Project Solicitations

The National Shipbuilding Research Program (NSRP) Executive Control Board, operating under the Department of the Navy Naval Sea Systems Command, is issuing Research Announcement 26 (RA26) for Research and Development (R&D) project solicitations in 2026. The solicitation focuses on shipbuilding and repairing research, specifically targeting national defense research and development services related to defense activities and basic research. Interested parties should note that this is the sole notification for the solicitation posted on SAM.gov, with all subsequent details and amendments to be published on the NSRP website (www.nsrp.org). The original due date of December 1, 2025, listed in SAM.gov is not accurate, and potential bidders are advised to check the NSRP website for the correct proposal submittal dates. The solicitation falls under NAICS Category 336611 for Ship Building and Repairing and PSC Category AC31 for National Defense R&D Services.

The solicitation does not have a specific set-aside designation and will be open to all qualified contractors. The place of performance is designated as the United States, indicating that work will be conducted domestically. While specific award values are not detailed in the notice, the solicitation is part of a Joint Funding Agreement (N00024-18-3-2231), suggesting a structured and potentially significant research investment. The opportunity is specifically for R&D projects related to shipbuilding and repairing, implying a focus on innovative technologies and improvements in naval maritime capabilities. Potential contractors should carefully review the RA26 documentation on the NSRP website to understand the full scope of the research objectives, submission requirements, and evaluation criteria for these 2026 project solicitations.