R--Request for White Paper is for San Clemente Island part of Naval Base Coronado and San Nicolas Island part of Naval Base Ventura County

The Department of the Navy is seeking white paper submissions through a request aimed at identifying potential sources and interest to support energy and water security as well as resilience initiatives at San Clemente Island, part of Naval Base Coronado, and San Nicolas Island, part of Naval Base Ventura County. This initiative aligns with broader Navy priorities focused on enhancing energy security and achieving energy independence. The solicitation is managed by the Naval Facilities Engineering Systems Command Southwest office located in San Diego, California. This sources-sought notice, posted on July 3, 2019, targets companies capable of delivering innovative solutions in line with the government’s goals for sustainability and operational resilience on these key naval installations. The NAICS code 541330 indicates a focus on engineering services, signaling the type of expertise sought. The responses to this request for white papers will inform the government’s acquisition strategy, but this solicitation does not constitute a formal solicitation for proposals or bids at this stage.