Expeditionary Warfare Analytical Operational Test and Evaluation Support Services
Overview
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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 Naval Supply Systems Command (NAVSUP) Fleet Logistics Center (FLC) Norfolk intends to award a single, Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP), Indefinite-Delivery, Indefinite-Quantity (IDIQ) contract for Expeditionary Warfare Analytical Operational Test and Evaluation Support Services. This Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside opportunity supports the Operational Test and Evaluation Force (OPTEVFOR) Division 80, Surface Warfare, primarily in Norfolk, VA. Proposals are due March 26, 2026.
Scope of Work
The contractor shall provide test and evaluation services to support OPTEVFOR's Surface Warfare Division (Code 80) in evaluating the operational effectiveness and suitability of surface warfare systems under test. This involves assisting in the acquisition process, conducting tests, and providing timely and accurate evaluations. Specific requirements include:
- Test design and planning
- Modeling and simulation support
- Test execution
- Post-test iterative process and reporting
- Cyber survivability test planning
Services will adhere to the processes and procedures prescribed in the Operational Test and Evaluation Manual (M-3980.2 series). While the primary place of performance is Norfolk, VA, work may be required at various locations both within and outside the continental United States.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP) Indefinite-Delivery, Indefinite-Quantity (IDIQ)
- Set-Aside: Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB)
- NAICS: 541330 Exception 2 (Size Standard: $47 million)
- PSC: R425 (Engineering And Technical Services)
- Duration: 5-year basic ordering period (May 16, 2026 - May 15, 2031), with an option to extend services through November 15, 2031 (FAR 52.217-8).
- Anticipated Award: No later than May 16, 2026
- Proposal Due: March 26, 2026, at 2:00 PM ET
- Published: February 27, 2026
Evaluation
The Government will consider proposals from all responsible sources. Offerors must self-certify that neither principal corporate officials nor owners are currently suspended, debarred, or otherwise ineligible to receive federal contracts. This requirement will be solicited competitively as an SDVOSB set-aside, a determination concurred with by the activity's small business office, following market research from a previous RFI/sources sought notice (N0018926Q0031) posted on January 5, 2026.
Additional Notes
This is a presolicitation notice. The procurement will be conducted using policies and procedures of FAR Parts 12, 15, 16.5, and 19.14. Direct all questions to Sarah Celestin at sarah.n.celestin.civ@us.navy.mil and Carlton Walton at carlton.t.walton.civ@us.navy.mil.