0474 Consolidated Afloat Networks Enterprise Services (CANES) CASREP, In-Service Engineering Agent (ISEA) Technical Support onboard Naval Ships

The contract supports the Consolidated Afloat Networks Enterprise Services (CANES) program by providing in-service engineering agent technical support onboard U.S. Navy ships, specifically focused on CASREP reporting and system maintenance. This effort ensures the continued operational readiness and functionality of critical naval network systems through on-site technical expertise, troubleshooting, and engineering assistance while vessels are deployed. The work is centered on maintaining the integrity and performance of CANES infrastructure, a core component of the Navy’s afloat communications and information systems, with direct field support required at sea and in port locations, including San Diego as the primary place of performance. The contracting authority is Naval Information Warfare Systems under NIWC Pacific, and the effort falls under NAICS code 541330 for computer systems design services. The point of contact for procurement is Bennett McDonald, Contracting Officer, with Jack Klausen serving as the secondary point of contact, both reachable via official Navy email addresses. This forecasted action indicates an upcoming solicitation for vendor support to deliver sustained technical capabilities essential to fleet-wide CANES operations, with no set-aside designation specified and no solicitation number yet issued. The anticipated scope requires qualified personnel capable of working in high-tempo, maritime environments to rapidly address system anomalies and maintain network availability for mission-critical operations.