Engineering and Technical Services in Support of the Prototype, Manufacturing and Test Department (PMTD) at the Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division Lakehurst, NJ
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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.
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 Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division Lakehurst (NAWCADLKE) is soliciting proposals for Engineering and Technical Services to support its Prototype, Manufacturing and Test Department (PMTD). This is a full and open competition exclusively for SeaPort-NxG Multiple Award Contract (MAC) holders. Proposals are due May 7, 2026, at 4:00 PM local time.
Purpose & Scope
The objective is to provide non-personal engineering and technical services for the PMTD, supporting Aircraft Launch and Recovery Equipment (ALRE) and Support Equipment (SE) systems. The scope includes testing, engineering investigations, prototyping, manufacturing, quality assurance, and technical manual reviews for key programs such as Electromagnetic Aircraft Launch System (EMALS), Advanced Arresting Gear (AAG), and Advanced Recovery Control (ARC). Additionally, the contractor will provide IT support for the Job Execution and Data Information (J.E.D.I.) System. Approximately 80% of the work will be performed at the Government site in Lakehurst, NJ.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Task Order (TO) under the SeaPort-NxG MAC, structured as Cost Plus Fixed Fee (CPFF) Level of Effort.
- Period of Performance: One 12-month base period followed by four 12-month option periods, totaling five years. The total duration, including options, shall not exceed five years and six months.
- Estimated Effort: The requirement has an estimated level of effort of 258,000 man-hours of direct labor, with a minimum estimated CPFF of $24.5M (labor only).
- Set-Aside: This is a full and open competition. Other Than Small Business (OTSB) offerors must meet a minimum 5% small business participation goal, detailed in the Small Business Participation Commitment Document (SBPCD).
- Security Requirements: A Top Secret facility clearance is required. Personnel must possess security clearances up to Top Secret and require access to Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI), COMSEC, and SIPRNet. A Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) Level 1 Self-Assessment is a material condition for award.
Key Deliverables & Requirements
Contract Data Requirements Lists (CDRLs) specify deliverables including:
- Monthly Progress and Financial Status Reports (A001).
- Support Documentation, Meeting Minutes, and Action Items (A002).
- An Operations Security (OPSEC) Plan (A003).
- A Transition Out Plan (A004). Bidders must also adhere to specific personnel qualifications and security protocols outlined in the solicitation.
Evaluation Factors
Proposals will be evaluated on a "best value" basis, considering the following factors in descending order of importance:
- Technical: Understanding of the Statement of Work (SOW) approach and Key Personnel Resumes (Pass/Fail).
- Past Performance: Assessed for recency, relevancy, and quality.
- Cost/Price: Evaluated for realism and reasonableness.
- Small Business: An "acceptable" rating is required for participation goals (if applicable).
- CMMC: Level 1 Self-Assessment must be in place prior to award.
Submission Instructions
Proposals must be UNCLASSIFIED and submitted electronically through the Procurement Integrated Enterprise Environment (PIEE) website. Required volumes include Technical, Past Performance, Cost/Price, Small Business (if applicable), and CMMC. Bidders must utilize the provided forms for past performance, workforce qualifications, cost summaries, and questions. The deadline for proposal submission is May 7, 2026, at 4:00 PM local time. Primary contact for inquiries is Kieran Connolly (kieran.m.connolly2.civ@us.navy.mil).