Mechanical, Electrical, and Software Integration for Maritime Platforms

The contract seeks engineering services to integrate HEL systems onto maritime platforms including cutters and small boats, focusing on mechanical, electrical, and software integration with emphasis on shock and vibration mitigation as well as power and cooling system compatibility. The work requires specialized expertise to ensure the HEL systems function reliably under harsh maritime conditions, addressing complex interactions between the high-energy laser equipment and the vessel’s existing infrastructure. This is a subcontract opportunity under NAICS code 541330, targeted at firms capable of delivering end-to-end systems engineering solutions for defense and homeland security applications. The solicitation is issued by the Department of Homeland Security through its Headquarters Contract Operations office and has a response deadline of August 20, 2026. Performance will be conducted at a designated location tied to the 51168 zip code, implying operations tied to a specific naval or maritime facility. There is no set-aside designated for small businesses or other categories, and the contract is structured as a subcontract, suggesting the prime contractor will be managing the overall program while this entity delivers specialized integration services. The timeframe allows for thorough technical proposal development with over a month from posting to submission.