Virtualized Electromagnetic Warfare and Mission Engineering Center (VEWMEC) 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 (W072 ENDIST LOUISVILLE) is planning a Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP) contract for the design/bid/build construction of a new Virtualized Electromagnetic Warfare and Mission Engineering Center (VEWMEC) at NSWC Crane, IN. This Total Small Business Set-Aside opportunity involves constructing a single-story facility with specialized mission engineering support spaces and reconfigurable laboratories. The estimated construction magnitude is between $5,000,000 and $10,000,000. The solicitation is anticipated to be released on or about July 17, 2026, with bids due around August 17, 2026.
Scope of Work
This project requires the design/bid/build construction of the VEWMEC facility. The single-story building will include SSO space, collaborative and office mission engineering support spaces, and live virtual constructive reconfigurable laboratories for engineering and operations-based testing. The facility must comply with ICD 705 and UFC 4-010-01 anti-terrorism standards, incorporating necessary cybersecurity features. Supporting spaces such as an entry lobby, breakroom, restrooms, receiving, server room, communications, electrical, and mechanical rooms are also required. Site preparation, including pavement, utilities, stormwater management, and incidental improvements/demolition, will be part of the scope. Three separate floor plans (6,900 SF, 8,100 SF, and 8,900 SF) will be solicited, with one selected for construction based on bid cost.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP)
- NAICS: 236220 - Commercial and Institutional Building Construction
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- Construction Magnitude: $5,000,000 to $10,000,000
- Estimated Contract Duration: 674 calendar days from Notice to Proceed.
- Anticipated Solicitation Release: On or about July 17, 2026
- Anticipated Closing Date: On or about August 17, 2026
Evaluation
This is a sealed bid procurement operating under FAR Part 14. Bids will be evaluated using an Invitation For Bid (IFB) source selection process, with award based on the lowest price submitted.
Additional Notes
A pre-proposal conference will be held after the solicitation is issued; details will be provided in the solicitation. Offerors must have and maintain an active registration in the System for Award Management (SAM) at http://www.sam.gov. Joint Ventures must also have a valid SAM registration. Point of Contact: Contract Specialist, Lee Merideth, at Ranzel.L.Merideth@usace.army.mil.