Solicitation: N6660426R3107 Code 45 Structural Modeling, Acoustics, Shock, and Hydrodynamics (SMASH) services

Solicitation N6660426R3107 is a request for Structural Modeling, Acoustics, Shock, and Hydrodynamics (SMASH) services to support the Naval Undersea Warfare Center Division Newport Code 45. The scope of work involves basic and applied research on US Navy systems' responses to threat weapon engagements, specifically focusing on the modeling and simulation of underwater explosions and implosion events. Key technical requirements include the development of subroutines, algorithms, and software modules, as well as finite element model construction and fluid-structure interaction analysis. The contract is structured as a Cost Plus Fixed Fee (CPFF) arrangement consisting of a base year and four one-year options, with an estimated labor requirement of 50,763 hours per year. Performance is split between government and contractor sites, with approximately 90 percent of the work performed at the contractor's location. Award will be based on best value, utilizing a tradeoff analysis where the technical factor is weighted more heavily than cost. Eligible offerors must be rated acceptable in both technical approach and past performance. Proposals must be submitted in four volumes covering technical, past performance, cost, and contract documentation. Strict compliance is required regarding cybersecurity and security standards, including CMMC certification, NIST 800-171 assessments, and adherence to DoDM information security programs. Deliverables such as source code, analysis reports, and training materials will be monitored via a Performance Requirements Summary Table and a Contract Data Requirements List. Government furnished property provided for the effort includes a rugged laptop and access to the Navy Enhanced Sierna Mechanics finite element analysis code.