Sources Sought - ENGINEERING AND TECHNICAL SUPPORT FOR THE TEST, EVALUATION, AND PROTOTYPE FABRICATION DIVISION
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
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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, Panama City Division (NSWC PCD) is conducting a Sources Sought to identify qualified Seaport MAC Holders capable of providing engineering and technical support for its Test, Evaluation, and Prototype Fabrication Division. This market research aims to determine potential small business or 8(a) set-asides for a future requirement. Responses are due February 23, 2026.
Scope of Work
This effort seeks support for science and technology, research and development, test and evaluation, sustainment, and other related programs and projects. A draft Performance Work Statement (PWS) is attached, outlining the requirements for this support. The core requirements are not expected to change, though the PWS may be refined.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought (Market Research)
- Anticipated Contract Type: Cost Plus Fixed Fee (CPFF) IDIQ
- NAICS Code: 541330 (Engineering Services)
- PSC Code: AC33 (National Defense R&D Services; Defense Related Activities; Experimental Development)
- Anticipated Duration: 12-month base period with four 12-month option periods
- Set-Aside: Market research to determine potential small business or 8(a) set-aside. Small businesses are highly encouraged to submit capabilities.
- Response Due: February 23, 2026, 10:00 PM EST
- Published: February 6, 2026
- Incumbent: Bevilacqua Research Corporation (BRC) under BPA N61331-22-F-3008.
Submission Requirements
Responses should demonstrate capabilities and experience related to the listed tasks and include:
- CAGE Code
- Sources Sought number (N61331-26-S-NQ13) and title
- Firm name and address
- Business size (average annual revenue for past three years, number of employees, type of small business)
- Ownership (including Country of Ownership), SAM information, and DUNS Number
- Number of years in business
- Two points of contact (name, title, phone, fax, e-mail address)
Submissions should be no longer than 15 pages and sent via email to Mr. Brandon Hayes (Brandon.D.Hayes11.civ@us.navy.mil) and Ms. Courtney Henslee (courtney.i.henslee.civ@us.navy.mil).
Additional Notes
This is for information and planning purposes only and is not a solicitation for proposals. No contract will be awarded from this announcement, and no reimbursement will be made for response costs. Respondents will not be notified of evaluation results. The Government reserves the right to consider 8(a) competitive or small business set-aside based on responses.