Market Survey to Support the Shore Submarine Communications Systems (SSCS)
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
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 Information Warfare Center (NIWC) Atlantic is conducting a Market Survey to identify Small Business capabilities for engineering analysis and technical support services required to support the Shore Submarine Communications Systems (SSCS). This opportunity is exclusively for SeaPort NxG MAC Holders. Responses are due by May 22, 2026.
Scope of Work
This Market Survey seeks information from potential sources capable of providing engineering analysis and technical support services for the SSCS, including SUBOPAUTH and LBUCS Program Support. The scope encompasses components through system-level engineering, Subject Matter Expert (SME) technical and training support for modernization, sustainment, and on-site technical support.
Place of Performance
Services will be required at NIWC Atlantic Charleston, SC, NIWC Atlantic Portsmouth, and for Foreign Military Support (FMS).
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Survey
- Set-Aside: Small Business (specifically for SeaPort NxG MAC Holders)
- Response Due: May 22, 2026, 10:25 AM Z
- Published: April 22, 2026
Evaluation
This Market Survey is issued for the purpose of assessing Small Business capabilities. Responses will be used to determine industry capabilities and inform future acquisition strategies. Large Businesses need not apply.
Additional Notes
This notice is for planning purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation. Only SeaPort NxG MAC Holders will be considered. Interested parties must register for PIEE accounts to receive solicitations and submit offers.