Naval Undersea Warfare Center Other Transaction Authority Agreement for Undersea Technology Innovation

The Naval Undersea Warfare Center Division Newport established the Undersea Technology Innovation Consortium (UTIC) through an Other Transaction Authority Agreement under solicitation N66604-18-9-0001. This consortium brings together industry, non-profit, and academic institutions, including both traditional and non-traditional defense contractors, to conduct research, development, and testing for undersea and maritime technology applications. The primary objective is to leverage innovative technological solutions to address maritime security threats through rapid prototyping projects as authorized by 10 U.S.C. section 2371b. The agreement establishes a legal framework for the consortium and a consortium management firm, with an estimated funding profile of approximately 20 million dollars per year for the first three years. Key contractual elements include a minimum government guarantee of 2,500 dollars and specific definitions regarding intellectual property and data rights. The selection process for the consortium manager focused on best-value evaluations across five critical areas: technology, engagement of non-traditional contractors, management capabilities, facilities, and past performance.