Finite Element Analysis of the redesigned IAH MAF SIF

The Naval Surface Warfare Center Carderock Division, under the Department of the Navy Naval Sea Systems Command, is soliciting a firm fixed price contract for Finite Element Analysis (FEA) of a redesigned IAH MAF Shipping and Installation Fixture (SIF) on a sole source basis. The procurement seeks engineering services to develop a comprehensive analysis plan and execute FEA simulations, resulting in a detailed technical report documenting structural response analysis, critical stress and strain data, and supporting conclusions. Key requirements include the development of an analysis plan that identifies assumptions, loading conditions, and applicable industry standards, followed by execution of the FEA to analyze the structural response of the redesigned fixture. Contractors must submit quotes on company letterhead including pricing, CAGE code, point of contact, and business size information by 09:00 AM on January 27, 2026. The solicitation uses NAICS code 541330 (Engineering Services) and PSC code R425 (Support- Professional: Engineering/Technical), with all responses due within 13 days of the posting date of January 14, 2026.

This procurement is not designated as a set-aside for small businesses and is being pursued on a sole source basis, with Collins Aerospace/Goodrich identified as the contractor uniquely qualified based on previous work under contract N00167-21-C-0006 and direct knowledge of developing the SIF to meet government requirements. The contract is classified at the Confidential level and requires contractor access to Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI), with specific Operations Security (OPSEC) requirements mandated under DD Form 254. The period of performance is six months from contract award, with an anticipated start date of December 1, 2025, and completion by September 30, 2026. The specific award value is redacted in the procurement justification documentation, though it falls under the Simplified Acquisition Threshold (SAT). Work will be performed in Westlake, Maryland 20817, with NSWC Carderock Division administering the contract and Yara Zidan serving as the primary point of contact.