Unmanned Fusion Warfare Laboratory at NSWC Crane IN
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 Department of the Army, USACE Louisville District, is soliciting proposals for the Design/Bid/Build of an Unmanned Fusion Warfare Laboratory (UFWL) at NSWC Crane, Indiana. This Firm Fixed-Price construction project, estimated between $5,000,000 and $10,000,000, is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. Offerors must meet specific cybersecurity requirements, including CMMC Level 2 (Self), and obtain restricted solicitation documents. Offers are due May 29, 2026, at 01:00 PM local time.
Scope of Work
This project involves the construction of an approximately 7,321 square foot UFWL building. The facility will include a vestibule, offices, administration areas, laboratories (including secure labs), a secure server room, secure collaboration spaces, badging, a breakroom/lobby, restrooms, janitorial services, and dedicated mechanical, electrical, and communications rooms. The scope also covers associated site work and utilities extending beyond a 5-foot line from the facility. Additionally, the contractor will be responsible for the purchase and installation of specified personal property items (equipment). Multiple bid options are available for consideration, including additional square footage, furniture, fixtures, equipment (FF&E), carpet installation, and Emergency Radio Coverage Testing (Bid Option 11).
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price
- Period of Performance: 10 calendar days to begin performance, 674 calendar days to complete work.
- Estimated Construction Cost: $5,000,000 - $10,000,000
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (100%)
- NAICS Code: 236220 (Construction Of Miscellaneous Buildings)
- Size Standard: $45,000,000.00
- Offers Due: May 29, 2026, at 01:00 PM local time
- Published Date: April 30, 2026
Submission & Evaluation
Offers will be evaluated based on price only and must be submitted electronically through the Procurement Integrated Enterprise Environment (PIEE) Solicitation Module. Public opening of offers will occur at the due date and time.
Important Prerequisites & Notes
Access to restricted solicitation documents (containing FCI/CUI) requires:
- An active SAM Registration.
- A current BASIC confidence level in SPRS (per DFARS 252.240-7997 and NIST SP 800-171).
- Emailing Chase J. Rost and Jessica K. Moss (chase.j.rost@usace.army.mil, jessica.k.moss@usace.army.mil) with your CAGE Code, UEI, and confirmation of SPRS BASIC confidence level.
- Access will be granted via PIEE upon government verification.
A mandatory CMMC Level 2 (Self) status, posted in SPRS, is required prior to award for any contractor or subcontractor information system processing FCI/CUI. Offerors without the required CMMC status will be ineligible for award. A site visit is scheduled for May 19, 2026, at 08:00 AM Eastern Time; attendees must have a valid Visitor Pass or DBIDS. Technical inquiries must be submitted via Bidder Inquiry in ProjNet.