Spectrum Mission Data and Information Engineering Services

SOL #: N6893625RFPREQ450000E0003Sources Sought

Overview

Buyer

Dept Of Defense

Dept Of The Navy

NAVAL AIR WARFARE CENTER

CHINA LAKE, CA, 93555-6018, United States

Place of Performance

Place of performance not available

NAICS

Engineering Services (541330)

PSC

National Defense R&D Services; Defense Related Activities; Experimental Development (AC33)

Set Aside

No set aside specified

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/8d16a4bdd3084c52853fe1594c3fbf3e/view

Timeline

Posted

Mar 24, 2026

Last Updated

Apr 1, 2026

Response Deadline

Apr 24, 2026, 5:00 PM

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 Air Warfare Center, Weapons Division (NAWCWD) is conducting a Sources Sought for Spectrum Mission Data and Information Engineering Services. This market research aims to identify qualified SeaPort prime contract holders capable of providing engineering and technical services and software support for the Spectrum Warfare Department. Capability statements are due by April 22, 2026, 10:00 AM PST.

Purpose & Scope

NAWCWD seeks to rapidly design, develop, modify, and sustain mission-critical Integrated Weapon Systems, Electronic Warfare Systems, Electronic Support Measures, Electronic Counter Measures, and Associated Enabling Technologies. The contractor will deliver responsive engineering and technical services, focusing on improving system performance, reducing life-cycle costs, and enhancing warfighter advantage. This is for market research only and is not a Request for Proposals.

Required Capabilities

Respondents should demonstrate expertise in:

Quick Reaction Capabilities (QRC) & Novel Systems: Rapid prototyping, integration, Test & Evaluation (T&E), deployment, and support.
Research & Analysis: Technology assessment, integration (Big Data, cloud, COTS/GOTS), systems analysis (IT-based mission information systems, HSI), and requirements management (FRDs, RTMs).
Engineering: EW Systems Software Engineering (sensor data fusion, EWIR/CID), Mission Data & Threat Analysis (mission data files, threat analysis, sensor libraries), and Field Engineering & Sustainment.
Program & Project Management: Robust framework for managing multiple projects, program reporting and controls (PMP, QCP, dashboards), and cost/schedule analysis.

Contract Details

Opportunity Type: Sources Sought (Market Research)
Eligibility: Current SeaPort prime contract holders only.
NAICS: 541330 (Engineering Services)
PSC: AC33 (National Defense R&D Services; Defense Related Activities; Experimental Development)
Period of Performance: Ordering Period of Five Years (anticipated for future contract)
Estimated Level of Effort: 435,700 Hours
Estimated Labor Categories: 29

Submission Requirements

Interested businesses must submit a capability statement package (max 10 pages, 12pt font) via email to the Contract Specialist. The statement should address:

Company information (name, address, POC, CAGE, DUNS, UEI, size, small business designations).
Ability to perform 50% of work if a small business prime (FAR 52.219-14).
Prior/current corporate experience (last 5 years, contract details, prime/sub, value, POC).
Available resources, professional qualifications, and specific personnel experience.
Management approach to staffing, meeting technical/delivery requirements, and managing requirements.
Security requirements (DD254, Secret clearance).