FY28 FIRE CONTROL STRATEGIC SYSTEMS PROGRAMS (SSP) DEVELOPMENT, SUSTAINMENT, PRODUCTION AND OPERATIONS 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.
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's Strategic Systems Programs (SSP) has issued a Special Notice indicating its intent to award a sole-source contract to General Dynamics Mission Systems (GDMS), Pittsfield, MA. This contract will cover Fire Control Strategic Systems Programs (SSP) Development, Sustainment, Production, and Operations Support for the TRIDENT II and Tactical Tomahawk Weapon Control Systems. The notice is for planning purposes, and responses from interested parties are due by July 12, 2026.
Scope of Work
The intended award to GDMS encompasses a broad range of specialized tactical engineering, logistics, and Fire Control Strategic Systems Programs Alteration (SPALT) services. Key efforts include:
- TRIDENT II Support: Development, testing, repair, and maintenance of Fire Control Subsystem (FCS) and Auxiliary Subsystems, including related support equipment.
- AWCS Support: Development, testing, repair, and maintenance of the Attack Weapon Control System (AWCS) Subsystem and related support equipment for the Tactical Tomahawk Weapon Control System (TTWCS).
- Modernization & Research: Research into obsolescence mitigation for the TRIDENT II MK98 FCS as part of the SSP Modernization Program, supporting future MK99 FCS and systems for U.S. OHIO & COLUMBIA Class and UK Vanguard & Dreadnought Class submarines. This also includes developing technologies for future Fire Control modifications for TRIDENT II follow-on missiles.
- Software & Hardware Development: Development and testing of revisions to FCS tactical, training, auxiliary, and support software and hardware for the next generation SWS.
- System Maintenance: Continued modernization and maintenance of the SSP Advanced Inventory and Logistics (SAIL) system, AWIS, and efforts toward SWIS.
- Component Repair: Engineering services, facilities, and equipment for testing, troubleshooting, repairing, and returning tactical electronic components for SWS, TRIDENT II, and AWCS weapon systems.
- Installation & Operational Support: Installation of strategic weapon systems on U.S. and UK SSBNs/SSGNs, and shore-based training systems. This includes specialized tactical engineering and logistics services for installation, maintenance, repair, and upgrades.
- Production & Delivery: Building, testing, inspecting, repairing, and maintaining SWS Subsystems, Auxiliary Subsystems, and related support equipment, including SPALT Modification Kits and associated support equipment. Coordination, transportation, and tracking of all produced and delivered materials.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Special Notice (Notice of Intent for Sole Source)
- Intended Contract Types: Cost Plus Incentive Fee, Cost Plus Fixed Fee, and Cost Only Contract Line Item Numbers (CLINs).
- Period of Performance: Base year FY28 (October 1, 2027 – September 30, 2028), with one corresponding one-year option period.
- Set-Aside: None (Sole Source to General Dynamics Mission Systems).
- Response Due: July 12, 2026, 5:00 PM ET.
- Published Date: May 27, 2026.
Additional Notes
This is not a request for competitive proposals. The government intends to award this contract on a sole-source basis to GDMS due to their unique design background, system knowledge, and operational experience with the TRIDENT II Fire Control Subsystem. No solicitation package is available, and direct inquiries to the government via email or phone will not be entertained. Companies interested in subcontracting opportunities should contact Ms. Alexis Petro, Small Business Liaison at General Dynamics Mission Systems, via email at alexis.petro@gd-ms.com.