Unmanned Fusion Warfare Laboratory at NSWC Crane IN
Overview
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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, W072 ENDIST LOUISVILLE, is soliciting bids for the Design/Bid/Build of an Unmanned Fusion Warfare Laboratory (UFWL) at NSWC Crane, Indiana. This opportunity is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. A critical update from Amendment 0003 establishes a statutory cost limitation of $9,090,000.00 for the base bid; proposals exceeding this will be rejected. Bids are due by June 29, 2026, at 1:00 PM EDT.
Purpose & Scope
This Invitation for Bid (IFB) seeks a contractor for the construction of an approximately 7,321 square foot UFWL building. The facility will include a vestibule, offices, administration areas, laboratories (including secure labs), secure server and collaboration spaces, badging, breakroom/lobby, restrooms, and utility rooms. The scope also covers associated site work, utilities beyond a 5-foot line, and the purchase and installation of specific personal property items (e.g., Nitrogen Generator, Air Compressor, Fume Hood, Blue Warning Lights). Multiple bid options are available for additional square footage, furniture, fixtures, equipment (FF&E), carpet installation, and Emergency Radio Coverage Testing.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price (IFB)
- Period of Performance: 674 calendar days to complete work, commencing within 10 calendar days of notice to proceed.
- Estimated Construction Cost: Between $5,000,000 and $10,000,000.
- Statutory Cost Limitation: Base bid cannot exceed $9,090,000.00.
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- NAICS Code: 236220 (Construction Of Miscellaneous Buildings)
- Size Standard: $45,000,000.00
Key Requirements & Prerequisites
- CMMC Level 2 (Self): Mandatory prior to award for systems processing Federal Contract Information (FCI) or Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI). Offerors must possess the required current CMMC status posted in SPRS.
- Restricted Document Access: To obtain the full solicitation package (including drawings and specifications), contractors must have an active SAM Registration and a current BASIC confidence level in the Supplier Performance Risk System (SPRS). Access requests should be emailed to Chase J. Rost and Jessica K. Moss (chase.j.rost@usace.army.mil and jessica.k.moss@usace.army.mil) with CAGE Code, UEI, and confirmation of SPRS BASIC confidence level.
- Site Visit: An organized site visit is scheduled for May 19, 2026, at 10:00 AM Eastern Time at the Visitor's Center, 103 Furlong Street, Crane, IN 47522. Participants must fill out a request form and send it to Jake Alvey (jake.a.alvey.civ@us.navy.mil) at least 3 days in advance.
Submission & Evaluation
- Submission Method: Bids must be submitted electronically through the Procurement Integrated Enterprise Environment (PIEE) Solicitation Module.
- Bid Due Date: June 29, 2026, at 1:00 PM EDT.
- Evaluation: Award will be based on the lowest evaluated price for the Base Bid and all Options. Bids exceeding the $9,090,000.00 statutory cost limitation for the base bid will be rejected.
- Technical Inquiries: Questions must be submitted via Bidder Inquiry in ProjNet.
Important Notes
This opportunity has undergone multiple amendments. Amendment 0003, posted June 15, 2026, extended the proposal due date and introduced the statutory cost limitation. Amendment 0002, also posted June 15, 2026, revised plan sheets and added bid opening information. Wage rates have been updated to reflect Martin County, IN. Offerors must ensure they are using the latest versions of all documents.