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Marine Biological Engineering (Biofouling)

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This Marine Biological Engineering subcontract, issued by the Naval Research Laboratory under the Department of Defense, focuses on researching the impact of marine biological growth on critical naval infrastructure. The project involves studying biofilms and hard fouling on intakes, piping, and heat-exchanger surfaces to create effective mitigation protocols for underway operations. Successful execution requires specialized expertise in marine biology and its specific interactions with both metallic and polymer surfaces. The primary deliverables for this contract include detailed biofouling analysis reports and actionable mitigation strategies. This opportunity is designated as a Small Business Set Aside, specifically targeting small businesses under NAICS code 541715. The solicitation was posted on September 25, 2026, with a formal response deadline set for November 6, 2026. Interested parties must demonstrate the technical capacity to support prime contractors in managing biological growth challenges to ensure the operational efficiency of naval systems.

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Small business subcontract for researching and mitigating marine biofouling on naval infrastructure.

Agency

Department Of Defense → Naval Research Laboratory

NAICS

541715 - Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)

Place of Performance

DC, 20375, USA

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This scope was carved out of N0017326RGF02.

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Research, Development, Test & Evaluation (RDT&E) Support for the Center for Corrosion Science and Engineering (CCSE)

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AgencyDepartment Of Defense → Naval Research Laboratory
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Researches the impact of marine biological growth for prime contractors on Naval Research Laboratory (NRL) projects. Studies biofilms and hard fouling on intakes, piping, and heat-exchanger surfaces to develop mitigation protocols for underway operations. Requires expertise in marine biology and its interaction with metallic and polymer surfaces. Delivers biofouling analysis reports and mitigation protocols.

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