Security Services onboard SBX- 1

SOL #: PM2-N105C-26-001Sources Sought

Overview

Buyer

Dept Of Defense
Dept Of The Navy
MSCHQ NORFOLK
NORFOLK, VA, 23511-2313, United States

Place of Performance

HI

NAICS

Security Guards and Patrol Services (561612)

PSC

Support Professional: Physical Security And Badging (R430)

Set Aside

8(a) Set-Aside (FAR 19.8) (8A)

Timeline

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Posted
Mar 23, 2026
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Last Updated
Apr 8, 2026
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Response Deadline
Apr 16, 2026, 6:00 PM

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 Department of the Navy / MSCHQ NORFOLK is conducting a Sources Sought market survey to identify qualified 8(a) Business Development Program contractors capable of providing Security Services onboard the Sea-Based X-Band Radar platform (SBX-1). This requirement involves continuous armed force protection for the vessel, both at sea and in port, primarily in the Pacific Ocean and Pearl Harbor, HI. Responses are due by April 16, 2026.

Scope of Work

This opportunity seeks contractors to provide personnel and material for securing the SBX-1, ensuring continuous armed force protection 24/7/365. Key responsibilities include maintaining onboard physical security, with personnel potentially needing to use force against attackers outside the vessel's lifelines. Contractors must support 58-day rotations in international and U.S. Territorial Seas and maintain communications with escort and port security personnel. Demonstrating capabilities to Navy and other authorized agencies is also required.

Specific experience requirements include:

  • 3 years of experience in port security or Security System Level A (SSL-A) requirements.
  • 3 years of company experience with weapons maintenance for handguns, shotguns, military assault rifles, and crew-served weapons.
  • Possessing and maintaining a SECRET-level facility clearance and the ability to process personnel for SECRET clearances.
  • Ability to update and maintain a Vessel Security Plan (VSP).
  • Ensuring all security personnel are trained per Strategic Command Directive (SI) 538-2 and MSC Instruction COMSCINST 5530.3(series).

Contract & Timeline

  • Contract Type: Sources Sought (may result in a Firm-Fixed Price (FFP) contract with pass-through elements).
  • Anticipated Period of Performance: One 12-month base period and four 12-month option periods (December 18, 2026, through December 17, 2031), plus a six-month option period.
  • Set-Aside: Currently 8(a) Business Development Program. This strategy may be abandoned for a small business set-aside or full and open competition if there is a dearth of 8(a) responses.
  • Response Due: Thursday, April 16, 2026, by 02:00 PM (Norfolk, VA time).
  • Published Date: April 8, 2026.

Information Requested

Interested parties should submit:

  • Company name, contact information, and CAGE Code.
  • Small business size status and demonstration of 51% contract performance if a small business.
  • Suggested security force size.
  • A capability statement demonstrating ability to meet all minimum requirements, including clearances, VSP maintenance, and personnel training.
  • An estimated daily or other term cost/price (referencing Table 1).

Additional Notes

This is a market survey for planning purposes only and does not constitute a Request for Proposals. Responses are voluntary, and the government will not pay for costs incurred in preparing submissions. Do not include competition-sensitive or protected information.

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