Custom Vehicle Retrofit Design & Integration Planning

The contract calls for the development of a comprehensive design layout and integration plan to retrofit a standard cargo van for the transportation of sensitive scientific radar equipment. The scope includes detailed spatial planning to accommodate the radar system’s physical dimensions, electrical and cooling requirements, and data connectivity needs, while ensuring compliance with operational safety and performance standards. Critical attention must be given to load distribution to maintain vehicle stability, center of gravity, and drivability under various terrain and weather conditions, along with a step-by-step installation sequencing that outlines the order of component mounting, wiring, shielding, and final testing to minimize risk and ensure system integrity. This is a small business set-aside subcontract under NAICS code 541330, reserved exclusively for small businesses, with a response deadline of April 27, 2026, at 4:00 PM. The solicitation originates from the Office of Acquisition Grants within the Department of the Interior, and performance is expected to align with federal standards for equipment transportation and environmental resilience. While specific location details for performance are not provided, the contractor must be prepared to deliver a turnkey integration plan that supports field deployment, including documentation sufficient for third-party verification and future maintenance. The project emphasizes technical precision, logistics foresight, and adherence to federal procurement guidelines without reliance on external documentation references.