NILE In-Service Support (ISS) 6 Contract (C)

The NILE In-Service Support (ISS) 6 Contract supports the continued operation, maintenance, and enhancement of the Link 22 communication system, a critical naval data link product used for secure tactical communications. This contract, managed by the Naval Information Warfare Systems command, is focused on ensuring the reliability, interoperability, and modernization of the Link 22 platform through sustained in-service support, including upgrades to meet evolving operational requirements. The work will be performed primarily in San Diego, with the contract anticipated to be awarded following a future solicitation process, though the exact timing and award mechanism remain unspecified at this forecast stage. Contracting oversight is led by Sarah Murr, the designated Contracting Officer, with Abigail Smith serving as the secondary point of contact, both affiliated with the Naval Information Warfare Systems command. The contract falls under NAICS code 541512, indicating it is classified as computer systems design and related services, consistent with the technical nature of the support activities. While the solicitation number and set-aside details have not been published, the forecast notice indicates the intent to pursue a procurement that will likely involve qualified contractors capable of delivering long-term technical sustainment, systems integration, and engineering support for Link 22 systems deployed across naval and allied forces.