PD-43-0132; SmartPacs Hardware Modernization
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 Surface Warfare Center, Philadelphia Division (NSWCPD) is issuing a Sources Sought notice for the Modernization of SmartPacs Hardware and Software on the LCS 2 Class of ship. This market research aims to identify qualified firms for an anticipated Indefinite Delivery, Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract for Engineering and Technical Services. Capability statements are due by June 12, 2026.
Purpose & Scope
NSWCPD seeks to gather capability statements to inform its procurement strategy for the modernization of SmartPacs Hardware and Software on the LCS 2 Class. The anticipated requirement involves Non-Recurring Engineering (NRE) to update SmartPacs Hardware and Software configurations, including Integration Design Documentation (IDD), Interface Control Document (ICD), Interface Requirements Specifications (IRS), Software Design Description (SDD), and Software Version Description (SVD). The contractor will also support systems engineering lifecycle tasks, configuration management, Integrated Logistics Support (ILS), and onsite installation during CNO Availabilities.
Contract Details
- Type: Sources Sought (Market Research) for an anticipated IDIQ contract.
- Anticipated Contract Duration: 5-year (60 months) ordering period.
- Anticipated RFP Release: April 2027.
- Set-Aside: The government intends to procure these services from Austal USA, LLC using Other than Full and Open Competition (FAR 6.302-1) due to their sole development of the Ride Control – SmartPacs system. However, NSWCPD is requesting information from interested businesses to make an informed determination regarding the procurement strategy.
- Product/Service Code: R425 - Engineering And Technical Services.
- Place of Performance: Philadelphia, PA.
Submission Requirements
Respondents must submit a Capability Statement (maximum 5 pages) via email to Jenny Tomeo (jenny.e.tomeo.civ@us.navy.mil) by 06:00 PM EST, June 12, 2026. The subject line must include "N64498-26-RFPREQ-PD-43-0132". The statement should specifically detail the contractor's ability to provide the required services, addressing:
- Direct System Expertise (SmartPacs & RCS)
- Non-Recurring Engineering (NRE) & Integration capabilities
- Navy Systems Engineering & Configuration Management experience
- Integrated Logistics Support (ILS) experience
- Fleet Execution (CNO Availabilities/New Construction) experience
- Data Rights & Proprietary Access capabilities
Additional Notes
This is a Sources Sought notice for market research purposes only and does not constitute a Request for Proposal (RFP). The government will not pay for information received and is not obligated to award a contract based on this announcement.