N00167-C0231-OSA2026

The Naval Surface Warfare Center Carderock Division (NSWCCD) is conducting market research through a sources sought notice to identify capable large and small businesses for Hull, Mechanical, and Electrical (HM&E) Open System Architecture (OSA) and systems engineering support. This effort focuses on the development, acquisition, and support of OSA to ensure standardization and commonality for marine environments across various Defense Acquisition Programs, ranging from ACAT I through IV, supporting the Navy, Army, Marine Corps, Coast Guard, and NOAA. The anticipated contract is a cost-plus-fixed-fee level of effort task order with a five-year period of performance, consisting of one base year and four option years. The scope of work includes providing engineering, technical, and programmatic services, specifically focusing on Interface Verification and Validation (IV&V) to ensure quality assurance of OSA implementations. Key deliverables include technical reports, drawings, and validation results, with a requirement to adhere to MIL-STD-31000A and relevant Interface Control Documents. Performance is expected to occur primarily at NSWCCD West in Bethesda, Maryland, though requirements may extend to fleet operational sites and other worldwide locations. Interested respondents must demonstrate the ability to maintain a Facility Security Clearance and handle classified material up to the Secret level. The government is seeking information regarding corporate capabilities, personnel qualifications, and the existence of a DCAA-approved accounting system. Responses to this market research effort, including comments on the draft Statement of Work, are due by September 28, 2026. The government intends to use a best value trade-off source selection process for the eventual award.