20 – Ship and Marine Equipment

The Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA) is in the process of developing draft specifications and standards with the aim of accommodating diverse design solutions and processes while promoting participation from a broad range of vendors. Specifically, NAVSEA is preparing draft MIL-STD-X618, which outlines test methods for ballistic defeat materials. This initiative is part of efforts related to ship and marine equipment under the solicitation number N0002410SNA31, posted on October 8, 2010. Although this document is not a solicitation, interested parties were invited to review and comment on the draft before the review period ended on November 23, 2010. Copies of the draft document were made available upon request via email, and the final version could be accessed through ASSIST Online once completed. The contract relates to NAICS code 336611, encompassing ship and marine equipment manufacturing, indicating the scope of materials and systems involved in the standard development. There is no indication of a specific type of set-aside or agency contact information provided, and the location details for performance or office remain unspecified. This effort reflects NAVSEA’s focus on ensuring rigorous testing standards for materials used to defeat ballistic threats, supporting the enhancement of naval equipment capabilities through consistent and transparent specification development.