Energy Finite Element Analysis (EFEA) Technical Support
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Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
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- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
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Quick Summary
The Naval Surface Warfare Center Carderock Division (NSWCCD) intends to award a sole-source contract to Michigan Engineering Services, Inc. for Energy Finite Element Analysis (EFEA) Technical Support. This presolicitation, issued under FAR Part 13.106-1(b), seeks to develop a MATLAB mesh generator code for fluid mesh creation in 2D submarine models. While intended sole-source, interested parties may submit capabilities statements by June 2, 2026, 10:00 AM EDT.
Purpose and Scope
NSWCCD requires specialized technical support to develop a mesh generator code executable by MATLAB. This code will create a fluid mesh for the area between the non-pressure hull and pressure hull of a 2D model, streamlining the conversion of design data to numerical models for rapid assessment of future concept designs. The work involves developing MATLAB code for second-order elements in Abaqus format, creating the fluid mesh, and performing EFEA simulations.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Commercial Simplified Acquisition (intended sole-source)
- NAICS: 541511 (Custom Computer Programming Services)
- Product Service Code: DA10 (Support Services, Delivered As A Service Contract)
- Period of Performance: Six months from the date of award.
- Place of Performance: Bethesda, MD.
- CMMC Requirement: CMMC Level 1 applies.
Deliverables
Key deliverables include:
- A MATLAB code for creating second-order elements (Computer Software Product).
- A conceptual Finite Elements (FE) model with second-order elements (Conceptual Design Drawings/Models).
- A Technical Report (PowerPoint presentation) documenting code execution and an example.
Set-Aside & Sole Source Justification
This solicitation is unrestricted, but the Government intends to award to Michigan Engineering Services, Inc. (MES) based on a sole-source determination under FAR Part 13.106-1(b). The justification states MES is the sole developer and Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) of the proprietary EFEA code required for this project, which is exclusively available from them.
Submission & Evaluation
Interested parties who believe they can meet the requirements may submit a capabilities statement by June 2, 2026, at 10:00 AM EDT. Quotes are also requested under reference no. N00167-26-SIMACQ-CD-72-0021, priced FOB Destination. The Government intends to evaluate quotations based on Technical (pass/fail), Past Performance, and Price, awarding to the most advantageous technically acceptable quote without discussions. Questions must be submitted by June 1, 2026, 10:00 AM EST.
Contact Information
Primary Point of Contact: Tracy L McDonough, tracy.l.mcdonough2.civ@us.navy.mil, 757-288-6854. Technical Point of Contact (TPOC): Dr. Kuangcheng Wu (kuangcheng.wu.civ@us.navy.mil) for CDRL-related inquiries.