Surface Warfare Live Fire Exercise
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 Department of the Navy, Naval Supply Systems Command (NAVSUP) FLC Rota, Spain, publicizes its intent to award a Commercial, Firm-Fixed-Price purchase order on a noncompetitive basis to SEAOWL France (CAGE FBCD7) for Surface Warfare Live Fire Exercise support. This requirement involves surface target services for a USN Guided Missile Destroyer off Toulon, France, in May 2026. While the government intends a noncompetitive award, all responsible sources are invited to submit capability statements for consideration. Questions regarding this notice are due by April 13, 2026, at 11 AM local Rota, Spain time.
Scope of Work
The awarded contractor will be responsible for the transportation, deployment, towing, and recovery of a surface target. This target will be used for engagement by a USN Guided Missile Destroyer (DDG) during a live fire exercise.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Commercial, Firm-Fixed-Price Purchase Order (intended noncompetitive)
- Set-Aside: None Specified
- NAICS Code: 483111 - Deep Sea Freight Transportation
- Size Standard: 1,050 employees
- Place of Performance: Off the coast of Toulon, France
- Exercise Date: May 2026
- Questions Due: April 13, 2026, 11 AM local Rota, Spain time
- Published: April 6, 2026
Evaluation
The government's determination not to compete based on responses to this notice is solely at its discretion. However, all responsible sources may submit a capability statement, which will be considered by the agency.
Additional Notes
This information is anticipatory and not binding. A copy of the Request for Quote (RFQ) will be made available upon request. All comments, questions, or concerns must be submitted via email to julius.j.arrascue-pastor.civ@us.navy.mil. Questions by phone or fax will not be considered.