Subject Matter Expert in the area of Human Systems Integration

NAVSUP Fleet Logistics Center San Diego is in need of a Subject Matter Expert (SME) in the area of Human Systems Integration. (HSI) is a robust process by which to design and develop systems that effectively and affordably integrate human capabilities and limitations. It includes humans, in their different roles in the system (as operator, maintainer, trainer, designer, etc.). Systems including hardware, software, and processes (including the acquisition process and the design process), and the integration of all of these elements to optimize the performance and safety of the whole. Domains of HSI include human factors engineering, manpower, personnel, training, safety & occupational health, habitability, and force protection and survivability.  The anticipated award date is 21 February 2025. It is anticipated that the Request for Quote (RFQ) will be posted on 5 February 2025. The resulting contract is anticipated to be a Firm Fixed Price contract type. A draft Statement of Work (SOW) is attached to this announcement

If interested in this opportunity, please submit a capabilities statement (the capability statement shall be no more than five (5) pages in length) with PWS feedback by 3 February 2025 at 4:00 PM PST and shall be submitted to Mr. Jason Pelle at jason.a.pelle.civ@us.navy.mil.

The Government is performing market research in order to determine if small businesses possess the capability to execute the requirements within this acquisition. Respondents need to indicate all small business designations. Interested business firms who meet the capability requirements identified in this notice are requested to reply to this notice with a response. Based upon small business responses received, consideration will be given to defining what part of the acquisition, if any, will be set-aside for small business competition.

Please include your business size and cage code in your submission. This is a sources sought for market research purposes. The Government’s requirement may change at any time. DO NOT submit proposals in response to this sources sought.

SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS

Interested contractors are to submit the following information: company name, address, point of contact, telephone number, e-mail address; DUNS, and information regarding your company’s experience identifying: contracting agency, contract number, title, place of performance, years of performance, and value of contract per year.

Interested firms should submit a document which furnishes information describing contractor support to provide required spaces: The submissions should be Times New Roman, font size 12 and should not exceed five (5) one-sided, 8 " X 11" pages in Microsoft Word or PDF format to the contract specialist via email to: jason.a.pelle.civ@us.navy.mil. Submissions must be received via email no later than 4:00 PM Pacific Standard Time on Monday, 3 February 2025. Questions or comments regarding this notice shall be posted to the Contract Negotiator in writing and via EMAIL ONLY. No phone calls will be accepted.

This announcement is not a contract, request for proposal, a promise to contract, or a commitment of any kind on the part of the Government. The Navy will not assume liability for costs incurred by a company for capability statement preparation or marketing efforts; therefore, any cost in response to this notice is not considered an allowable direct charge to the Government.

NO HARDCOPY OR FACSIMILE SUBMISSIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED. Cover letters and extraneous materials (brochures, etc.) will not be considered. Personal visits for the purpose of discussing this announcement will not be scheduled. THIS IS NOT A REQUEST FOR A PROPOSAL.

Any questions regarding this announcement should be directed to Mr. Jason Pelle at jason.a.pelle.civ@us.navy.mil .