NIWC Atlantic Rapid Capabilities Cell - Office of the Chief of Naval Operations (OPNAV) N8 - Industry Engagement Session: Accelerating Efficiency through AI & Automation

NIWC Atlantic Rapid Capabilities Cell

Office of the Chief of Naval Operations (OPNAV) N8

Industry Engagement Session: Accelerating Efficiency through AI & Automation

Special Notice: 26-A007

The Office of the Chief of Naval Operations is inviting members of the investment and private sector innovation communities to participate in an industry engagement event thru the NIWC Atlantic Rapid Capabilities Cell (RCC) in Arlington, VA on July 28 & 29, 2026.

This two day NIWC Atlantic RCC event will include a kick off session that will cover the OPNAVs most pressing financial management challenges and one on one industry demonstrations of capability to address these needs.

July 28, 2026

RCC Kick Off Event Industry Day

0730 to 1030 EST | Arlington, VA

• Keynote Speaker: Vice Admiral John B. "Brad" Skillman, Deputy Chief of Naval Operations Integration of Capabilities and Resources, N8
• Participants: OPNAV and Industry Representatives
• Classification Level: UNCLASSIFIED 

Industry One on One Quick Synch Session (Registration required for 10 Minute Quick Sync Sessions)

1100 to 1700 EST | Arlington, VA

• Participants: OPNAV and Industry Representatives
• Classification Level: UNCLASSIFIED 

July 29, 2026

Industry One on One Capability Demonstrations (Invitation Only for 30 Minute Demonstrations)

0900 to 1700 EST | Arlington, VA

• Participants: OPNAV and Industry Representatives
• Classification Level: UNCLASSIFIED  

The NIWC Atlantic RCC welcomes existing and new industry partners, with limited Government contracting experience, without prejudice. Potential partners with strong technical competence in their particular field may be successful with a high willingness to learn.

**Please read the attached full announcement for additional details and registration information.**

Follow-on Interaction

The NIWC Atlantic RCC anticipates subsequent opportunities for one-on-one conversations with industry partners to explore relevant capabilities in more detail at later dates; however, those follow-on programs, schedules, and timelines are in development and subject to change. These events will also be subject to the disclaimer detailed at the end of this special notice. Any additional opportunities to engage with RCC will also be announced via SAM.gov. Participation in this event is not required for future participation in those events or other related activities.

Registration

1. RCC Industry Day

This event is UNCLASSIFIED and is open to all industry representatives. ATTENDEES MUST MEET ALL OF THE FOLLOWING REQUIREMENTS:

• HOLD CITIZENSHIP IN THE US
• REPRESENT A COMPANY HEADQUARTERED IN US

2. RCC One on One Session

Audio or visual recordings of any kind are prohibited.

On-site Visitors must also present one of the identifications listed below for entry:

• REAL ID-compliant driver's license.
• Valid U.S. Passport or Passport Card.
• Valid U.S. Government Common Access Card (CAC), U.S. Military Identification Card, Personal Identification Verification Card, or Military retiree or Dependent ID card.
• Permanent Resident Card or Alien Registration Receipt Card (Form I-551).

Companies interested in participating in this industry Exchange are encouraged to review the attached problem statements and submit a one consolidated capabilities statement to Maryam.B.Atkins.civ@us.navy.mil no later than July 8, 2026.

The Government will provide confirmation and additional logistical information to attendees via email within five (5) business days of the event start.

Questions

Submitted questions about the event must be UNCLASSIFIED. RCC will provide no classified information prior to the event. All questions and responses should be UNCLASSIFIED. NO CLASSIFIED MATERIAL SHALL BE SUBMITTED UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCE.

Questions regarding event logistics should be emailed to:

Contracting Officer:

Jessie Rewoldt

jessie.m.rehwoldt.civ@us.navy.mil

Technical Point of Contact:

Maryam Atkins

Maryam.B.Atkins.civ@us.navy.mil

Disclaimer

Respondents are advised that support contractors may assist the Government in their review of responses and questions received under this notice. Submitting materials or questions in response to this notice constitutes consent that the Government may disclose such materials to the aforementioned contractors, and that the aforementioned contractors may access such materials, for the purposes of reviewing the materials in support of Government requirements.

This notice is not a request for proposals and is not to be construed as a commitment by the Government to issue a solicitation; it does not constitute a solicitation or a promise to issue a solicitation in the future. This special notice does not commit the Government to contract for any supply or service whatsoever. Further, the Navy is not at this time seeking proposals and will not accept unsolicited proposals. This notice does not obligate the Government to award a contract or any other type of award or otherwise pay for the information provided. The technical data provided for this special notice is preliminary and does not reflect approved Government specifications. The Government will not reimburse the cost of any submission or other expense in response to this special notice – the entire cost of any submission or other expense will be at the sole expense of the source submitting the information. The information obtained from submitted responses may be used in development of a future solicitation.

Failure to respond to this special notice does not preclude participation in any future engagements or solicitations, if any are issued. If a solicitation or engagement is issued, it will be synopsized on https://www.sam.gov. The information provided in this special notice is subject to change and is not binding on the Government. It is the responsibility of potential respondents to monitor SAM.gov for additional information pertaining to this requirement. The information requested by this special notice will be used within the U.S. Navy to facilitate decision making and may be used in the development of the acquisition strategy and any future solicitations. The Government reserves the right to use information provided by respondents for any purpose deemed necessary and legally appropriate. Any information provided by industry to the Government as a result of this special notice is voluntary.

Proprietary information, if any, must be clearly marked. To aid the Government in its review and evaluation, please segregate proprietary information. Please be advised that all submissions become Government property and will not be returned. Respondents shall mark any data included in its submissions that they do not want disclosed to the public for any purpose