A -- SPECIAL NOTICE FOR SUBJECT MATTER TECHNICAL AND ENGINEERING EXPERTISE IN SUPPORT OF SURFACE SHIP SYSTEMS (N00178-06-R-2005)

The government intends to procure specialized technical and engineering expertise to support surface ship systems through a small business set-aside under the SeaPort-e platform. This effort follows the responses to a sources sought notice issued in November 2005 and targets contractors with capabilities aligned with NAICS code 541330. The solicitation, expected to be released in the summer of 2006, will be preceded by a pre-announcement on the SeaPort portal to inform potential offerors. The contracting activity is managed by the Department of Defense, specifically the Navy's NSWC Dahlgren office located in Virginia. The contract focuses on obtaining subject matter experts with technical and engineering skills to support Navy surface ship system requirements. The effort encourages participation from small businesses to fulfill the specialized needs identified. Point of contact information is provided for interested parties via email and phone, facilitating direct communication with contracting representatives. This procurement supports the Navy's ongoing mission requirements by ensuring access to expert technical services through a competitive and structured process.