H40 Battle Management Systems Engineering Services

Naval Sea Systems Command intends to solicit engineering and technical support services for the H40 Battle Management Systems Division at Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren, with capability statements from SeaPort-NxG IDIQ MAC holders due by 1200 EST on August 13, 2026. Set-aside determination has not yet been made; responses will inform that decision.

Work encompasses system engineering, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, software development, configuration management, field service support, project management, and technical writing across the Battle Management System portfolio, including platforms such as Armada, Armed Overwatch, Combatant Craft Medium, Expeditionary Launcher Module, Unmanned Aerial Systems, Littoral Combat Ship Surface-to-Surface Missile Module, Precision Strike Package variants, and Rapid Dragon, with sponsorship from Special Operations Command, Department of the Air Force, Naval Special Warfare, Marine Corps, and Army. Place of performance is primarily Dahlgren, Virginia, with subordinate work at contractor facilities, field operations at multiple U.S. military installations, and overseas locations as required.

Personnel must hold minimum SECRET clearance for most positions and TOP SECRET with SCI eligibility for three designated positions. The contractor must maintain a TOP SECRET facility clearance and comply with NIST cybersecurity standards, configuration management protocols, and data rights requirements. Work includes shipboard support with appropriate certifications, flight testing with FAA medical certifications, and operation of government vehicles and waterborne vessels as tasked. Government furnishes dedicated office space for approximately 140+ personnel across multiple labor categories; contractor provides all information systems resources unless otherwise specified.

The contract will be a Cost-Plus-Fixed-Fee Level of Effort Task Order awarded on a best value basis, with a five-year performance period consisting of a twelve-month base period and four twelve-month option periods. An Industry Day is tentatively scheduled for August 2026. The formal solicitation is anticipated for May 2027 with closing date May 14, 2027, and anticipated award July 28, 2028.