Submarine Tactical Oceanography (TAC-O) Training
Overview
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PSC
Set Aside
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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 Naval Supply Systems Command (NAVSUP) Fleet Logistics Center (FLC) Norfolk, on behalf of the Naval Oceanographic Office (NAVOCEANO), intends to award a Firm Fixed-Price (FFP) contract for Submarine Tactical Oceanography (TAC-O) Training. This is a sole source procurement to Secret Squirrel, LLC. to provide specialized training services. Quotes are due June 4, 2026, at 11:00 AM Local Time.
Scope of Work
This requirement is for training services with a curriculum derived from submarine tactical operations, tailored for NAVOCEANO's analyst staff. Key training topics include:
- Support to CNMOC Community of Interest
- Basic Sonar Operations
- Contact Generated Sources
- Tactical Use of the Ocean Environment
- Passive ASW Operations
- Active and ASUW Operations/Predictions
- ASW Weapons
- Combat Operations The contractor is responsible for developing and tailoring the course curriculum. These are non-personnel services.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed-Price (FFP)
- Period of Performance: One (1) 12-month base period (July 1, 2026 - June 30, 2027) and four (4) subsequent 12-month option periods, extending potentially through June 30, 2031.
- NAICS Code: 611430 (Educational Support Services)
- Set-Aside: Sole Source
- Solicitation Number: N0018926QL164
Submission & Evaluation
This is a sole source solicitation. Quotes must be submitted to Rachel Appleby (rachel.a.appleby.civ@us.navy.mil) and Stephanie Lent (stephanie.r.lent.civ@us.navy.mil) by June 4, 2026, 11:00 AM Local Time. Quotes must comply with detailed format and content instructions. Award will be made after price is determined to be fair and reasonable; non-price factors will not be evaluated. The sole source justification is based on Secret Squirrel LLC being the only vendor capable of delivering all eight required training elements in a single, on-site package.
Additional Notes
This combined synopsis/solicitation is prepared under FAR Subpart 12.201-1 using Simplified Acquisition Procedures (SAP) found at FAR Part 12. Paper copies will not be issued. Applicable clauses and provisions are in effect through FAC 2025-05 and DFARS Change Notice 2025025.