Area of Interest (AOI): Information and Communications Technology (ICT) for Unmanned Surface Vessels (USV)
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Department of the Navy, specifically the NAVAL INFORMATION WARFARE SYSTEMS office, has issued an Area of Interest (AOI) titled "Information and Communications Technology (ICT) for Unmanned Surface Vessels (USV)". This AOI seeks commercial solutions for an end-to-end ICT system to be integrated on USVs. It is issued under NAVWAR CSO N0003925S0001 and aims to inform market research, capability assessment, and potential follow-on prototyping or acquisition efforts. White papers/solution briefs are due May 14, 2026, at 2:00 PM Pacific Daylight Time (PDT).
Scope of Interest
This AOI focuses on identifying innovative commercial solutions for a comprehensive Information and Communications Technology (ICT) system. The desired ICT solution must be capable of end-to-end integration onto Unmanned Surface Vessels (USV).
Submission Details
This is not a formal solicitation or request for proposals. The Government is soliciting white papers/solution briefs from industry. Submissions will be used for market research and capability assessment purposes. Respondents will not be reimbursed for any costs associated with their submission or participation. The Government reserves the right to cancel, modify, or not pursue any efforts under this AOI. Specific white paper submission instructions are detailed in the Solicitation Guidance document.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Area of Interest (AOI) under a Commercial Solutions Opening (CSO)
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Product Service Code: 7G22 (Hardware And Software For Dedicated Satellite And Rf Communications Equipment)
- Response Due: May 14, 2026, 2:00 PM PDT
- Published: May 6, 2026
Additional Notes
An ICT-USV Questions and Answers document has been attached to this AOI. For inquiries, contact Lynette Brewer (lynette.m.brewer.civ@us.navy.mil) or Brian D. Griffin (brian.d.griffin.civ@us.navy.mil).