On-site General Hydrostatics (GHS) Training course
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 Surface Warfare Center Carderock Division (NSWCCD) intends to award a Firm Fixed Price (FFP) purchase order for an On-site General Hydrostatics (GHS) Training course. This training, for 15 NSWCCD employees, will be conducted over three days at the W. Bethesda, MD location. While a brand name only request for Creative Systems Inc. GHS training, interested parties capable of providing an equal item may submit a capabilities statement. This opportunity is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. Quotes are due by January 26, 2026, at 2:00 PM EST.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for a 3-day, 8-hour per day on-site GHS Training course. Key aspects include:
- Training for 15 NSWCCD employees on the GHS software program for designing and building watercraft.
- Course content must cover model building, GHS command language, stability topics, longitudinal strength calculations, and load editor.
- Provision of temporary software licenses for all software used during training.
- Advance instructions for downloading and installing GHS software.
- Delivery of all training materials and documentation.
- The instructor must be an expert in GHS software for naval vessels, with credentials or verification from Creative Solutions.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price (FFP) purchase order, utilizing Simplified Acquisition Procedures.
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5).
- NAICS Code: 541519, with a business size standard of $34M.
- Period of Performance: Anticipated from April 17, 2026, to May 17, 2026, with training specified for May 2026.
- Quote Due: January 26, 2026, 2:00 PM EST.
- Published Date: January 16, 2026.
Evaluation
Award will be made on a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) basis. Evaluation factors, in order of importance, are:
- Technical: Quotes must meet all required specifications.
- Price: Quotes must include all applicable costs. No discussions with quoters are anticipated.
Additional Notes
This is a brand name only request for Creative Systems Inc. GHS training, justified under FAR 13.106-1(b)(1)(i) and FAR 8.405-6. However, interested parties capable of providing an equal item may submit a capabilities statement. All responses must include the official company name, firm fixed price, FOB destination, point of contact, CAGE code, business size, and payment terms. Capability statements for equal items must demonstrate the ability to meet specifications. Applicable freight/shipping charges and a breakdown of travel costs (if any) must be incorporated. Submit quotes via email to Lametria Smith.