Field Demonstration & Waterfront Support

This subcontract opportunity, titled Field Demonstration and Waterfront Support, is a Small Business Set-Aside issued by the Naval Research Laboratory under the Department of Defense. The contract focuses on providing on-site installation and evaluation of corrosion control systems for prime contractors working on various Naval Research Laboratory projects. Key responsibilities include executing SHIPALT and TEMPALT alterations, as well as conducting field demonstrations of specialized coatings and sensors on active Navy platforms. Operations are conducted within shipyards and waterfront environments, utilizing NAVSEA CCAT paint teams and tool crib trailers to deliver installed test beds and comprehensive field evaluation reports. The solicitation is classified under NAICS code 541330 and is designated as a total small business set-aside. Interested parties should note the posting date of September 25, 2026, with a formal response deadline set for November 6, 2026. The scope of work requires technical expertise in maritime corrosion mitigation and the ability to operate effectively in high-activity naval maintenance settings to support critical research and development objectives.