Finite Element Analysis of the redesigned IAH MAF SIF
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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 Surface Warfare Center Carderock Division (NSWCCD) intends to award a Firm Fixed-Price contract for Finite Element Analysis (FEA) of the redesigned IAH MAF Shipping and Installation Fixture (SIF). This procurement is planned on a Sole Source basis to Collins Aerospace/Goodrich, who is deemed uniquely qualified due to their prior work and expertise. The scope includes developing a comprehensive analysis plan and a technical report.
Scope of Work
The contractor will perform Finite Element Analysis (FEA) on the redesigned IAH MAF Shipping and Installation Fixture (SIF). Key tasks include:
- Developing a comprehensive analysis plan for Government review and approval.
- Executing FEA simulations to analyze structural response under various conditions.
- Providing a detailed technical report covering system description, certification requirements, shipping and handling fixture requirements, compliance findings, lifting configuration, sequence of operation, loading configuration, load test report, related calculations, and maintenance recommendations.
- Deliverables include specific data items (CDRL A001 & A002) for technical reports, formatted according to Data Item Description (DID) DI-MISC-80508B, which specifies content and format for technical reports.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price Purchase Order.
- Period of Performance: Six months after contract award.
- Set-Aside: Not set-aside for small business; intended for Sole Source award to Collins Aerospace/Goodrich.
- NAICS Code: 541330 (Engineering Services).
- PSC Code: R425 (Engineering And Technical Services).
- Place of Performance: Primarily at Goodrich Corporation, Engineered Polymer Products, Jacksonville, FL.
Security Requirements
This contract involves access to and safeguarding of classified information.
- Facility Clearance: A Confidential level facility clearance is required for both the contractor's facility and for safeguarding classified information.
- Access to Classified Information: The contractor will require access to classified source data up to the Confidential level.
- Guidance: Compliance with the National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM), NIST Special Publication 800-171, and specific Operational Security (OPSEC) requirements is mandatory. A DD Form 254, Contract Security Classification Specification, applies to this order.
- Performance Location: The DD Form 254 identifies Goodrich Corporation, Engineered Polymer Products, Jacksonville, FL, as the actual performance location.
Response Information
While intended for sole-source, responses are formally requested.
- Responses Due: January 27, 2026, at 09:00 AM Eastern Standard Time.
- Submission Requirements: Quotes should include Company Letterhead, Pricing, CAGE Code, FOB Destination, Point of Contact, GSA Contract Number (if applicable), Business Size, and Lead Time. Quotes must be rounded to the nearest whole dollar and clearly indicate capability to meet all specifications.
- Point of Contact: Kylie Cox, kylie.cox3.civ@us.navy.mil.