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R425 - OPTEVFOR/VX-1 Technical and Analytical Support Services

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N0018926RW023Federal

Submission Closed06/16/2026, 03:00:00 PM UTC

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AI Contract Overview

This sources sought notice seeks written information from qualified and experienced contractors regarding an anticipated firm-fixed-price, indefinite-delivery, indefinite-quantity contract under NAICS code 541330, focused on providing technical and analytical support services to Commander Operational Test and Evaluation Force (COMOPTEVFOR) and Air Test and Evaluation Squadron ONE (VX-1). The contract will support the definition, conduct, and analysis of structured Operational Tests, Integrated Tests, and evaluation activities related to Naval systems. Support requirements may include documentation review, test design and planning, test execution, data management, analysis, modeling and simulation, aircraft coordination, and program management. The anticipated period of performance is approximately five years, beginning around October 30, 2026, with an option to extend services for an additional six months. Work will primarily take place at NAS Patuxent River, Maryland, with potential travel to various U.S. and overseas locations, including naval vessels. This notice is not a solicitation or contract award and does not obligate the government to contract or pay for proposed information. Interested parties are requested to submit detailed capability statements and past performance evidence by June 16, 2026, to assist in planning and market research. Responses should include company details, socio-economic status, prior relevant contract experience, and any feedback on the draft performance work statement. The solicitation aims to identify small business sources capable of supporting this technical mission.

General Info

Seeking contractors for five-year Naval test support contract, including planning, execution, and analysis services.

Agency

Department Of Defense → Navsup Flt Logistics Ctr Norfolk

NAICS

541330 - Engineering ServicesView NAICS

Place of Performance

St James, MD, 20670, USA

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SBA

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Performance Work Statement for Analytical Operational Test and Evaluation Support Services for VX-1

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PhaseClosed

PostedJun 10

Sources Sought

Response DeadlineJun 16

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Submission Closed

06/16/2026, 03:00:00 PM UTC

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Organization & Contact Information

AgencyDepartment Of Defense → Navsup Flt Logistics Ctr Norfolk

Contacts1 person available

OfficeNORFOLK, VA, 23511-3392, USA

Organization / Agency

Department Of Defense → Navsup Flt Logistics Ctr Norfolk

Office AddressNORFOLK, VA, 23511-3392, USA

Contacts

Tierra Watson

contact@example.gov

+1 (555) 000-0000

Full Description

Subject to FAR Clause 52.215-3, entitled "Solicitation for Information of Planning Purpose," this announcement constitutes a sources sought synopsis for written information only. This is not a solicitation announcement for proposals and no contract will be awarded from this announcement. This sources sought notice is not to be construed in any way as a commitment by the Government, nor will the Government pay for the information submitted in response.

Sources sought for information and planning purposes to identify qualified and experienced sources for an anticipated firm-fixed-price, indefinite-delivery, indefinite-quantity contract under NAICS code 541330 with a size standard of $47M. This proposed contract vehicle will provide technical and analytical support to Commander Operational Test and Evaluation Force(COMOPTEVFOR)/ Air Test and Evaluation Squadron ONE (VX-1) in the definition, conduct and analysis of structured Operational Test (OT), Integrated Test (IT), and evaluation and tactical development/analysis of Naval systems. This support will be required in one or more of the following forms: Documentation Review, Operational Test Design, Test Planning Support, Test Execution, Data Management, Test Operations Support, Test Analysis and Reporting, Test Operations Support, Modeling and Simulation (M&S) Support, Aircraft Coordination, and Program Management Support.

Period of Performance

Performance is estimated to commence around 30 October 2026. The period of performance is anticipated to consist of a five-year ordering period and includes FAR clause 52.217-8, Option to Extend Services, to provide for an additional six months of performance.

Place of Performance

Work is performed primarily at 47298 Tate Road, Hanger 305, NAS Patuxent River, MD 20670. Travel may also be required to numerous locations throughout the United States and overseas, to include at sea on naval platforms.

Please see the attached draft PWS.

Reponses to this Sources Sought request shall reference the Sources Sought number and shall include the following information in this format:

1) Company name, address, Point of Contact name, phone number, and email address.

2) Contractor and Government Entity (CAGE) Code.

3) Size of business - Size of business: Large Business, Small Business, Small Disadvantaged, 8(a), HUBZone, Woman-owned, Service Disabled Veteran-Owned, or other category

4) If the items can be obtained from an existing Government contract vehicle, to include GSA or SeaPort-e, provide the applicable contract number.

5) Capability statement displaying the contractor’s ability to provide the minimum requirements to include past performance information. If past performance information is provided, please include only relevant past performance on the same/similar work within the last 5 years. Please also include in past performance information the contract numbers, dollar value, and period of performance for each contract referenced in the response to this sources sought.

6) Provide questions, comments, or feedback regarding the draft PWS, planned contract type or any other associated information.

Documentation of technical expertise must be presented in sufficient detail for the Government to determine that your company possesses the necessary functional area expertise, qualifications, and experience to compete for this acquisition. Standard company brochures will not be reviewed. Submissions are not to exceed ten (10) typewritten pages in no less than 12 font.

Responses should be emailed to Tierra Watson at tierra.k.watson.civ@us.navy.mil by 11:00 AM EST, 16 June 2026. Again, this is not a request for a proposal. Respondents will not be notified of the results and the Government is not required to answer any questions submitted in regards to this sources sought notice. Please note the information within this pre-solicitation synopsis will be updated and/or may change prior to an official synopsis/solicitation, if any.