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Request for Information (RFI): Electron Beam Welding Qualification

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N00167-26-SIMACQ-CD-808-0101Federal

Submission Closed05/07/2026, 04:00:00 PM UTC

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The Naval Surface Warfare Center, Carderock Division is conducting market research through a Request for Information (RFI) to identify qualified commercial entities capable of performing electron beam welding qualifications, specifically for Nickel Aluminum Bronze (NAB) S1L part configurations. This RFI is not a solicitation for contract award and no contract will result from responses; however, submission is mandatory for any contractor seeking future consideration for a planned Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP) completion contract anticipated for award in the fourth quarter of fiscal year 2026. Respondents must provide a one-page cover listing organizational details, size status including small business designation, and intent to serve as prime or subcontractor, followed by a five-page technical response detailing capabilities, past performance on similar tasks, barriers to meeting the draft Performance Work Statement, and recommended modifications. The work requires compliance with SAE AMS 2680C for electron-beam welding, ISO 9001:2015 quality systems, AWS D17.1 welder certification, and DFARS specialty metal requirements, with all welding procedures and qualification reports requiring NAVSEA 05P3 approval. Contractors must furnish all equipment and labor, perform 100% self-inspection, and deliver six specified technical deliverables via Data Item Descriptions, including weld procedures, qualification test reports, and quality control plans. All performance occurs at the contractor’s facility, with final delivery and acceptance at Carderock Division in Bethesda, Maryland. Respondents must hold or ensure personnel have a minimum Confidential security clearance, and all Controlled Unclassified Information must be transmitted securely via DOD SAFE with proper labeling as DISTRIBUTION D or FOUO. Machining must occur without fluids, parts must be cleaned with acetone prior to welding, and all Government Furnished Material must be returned post-completion. There are no pricing elements, CLINs, or contract values included as this is strictly a market research tool to assess industry capability, particularly targeting small businesses, with responses due by May 7, 2026.

General Info

Naval research for NAB electron beam welding qualified contractors for 2026 FFP contract, requiring security clearance and compliance with strict standards.

Agency

Department Of Defense → Nswc Carderock

NAICS

336611 - Ship Building and Repairing

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Bethesda, MD, 20817, USA

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Electron Beam Welding Qualification PWS

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PhaseClosed

PostedApr 30

Sources Sought

Response DeadlineMay 7

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Submission Closed

05/07/2026, 04:00:00 PM UTC

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Organization & Contact Information

AgencyDepartment Of Defense → Nswc Carderock

Contacts1 person available

OfficeBETHESDA, MD, 20817-5700, USA

Organization / AgencyDepartment Of Defense → Nswc Carderock

Office AddressBETHESDA, MD, 20817-5700, USA

Contacts

Michael S. Brodie

contact@example.gov

+1 (555) 000-0000

Full Description

Request for Information (RFI): Electron Beam Welding Qualification

This is not a Request for Proposal (RFP) and award of a contract will not be made as a result of this questionnaire. Naval Surface Warfare Center, Carderock Division (NSWCCD) is requesting assistance from commercial industry to conduct market research. This request is for unqualified NSWCCD electron welding contractor only, NSWCCD electron welding qualified contractors are not interested parties.

Responding to this Request for Information (RFI) is required for any contractor wishing to be considered for future contract opportunities related to NSWCCD electron‑beam welding qualifications.

The purpose of this RFI is to conduct market research by soliciting industry comments and feedback. Market Research is being conducted to determine all potential socio-economic small businesses and large businesses interested in, and capable of, providing the support services identified herein. This posting is issued in accordance with the requirements of Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Parts 10.

Responses should include the following:

Cover page, not to exceed one (1) page that includes:
1. Organization name and address
2. Point of contact name and contact information
3. Size and type of organization, including if applicable U.S. small business or other status
4. Brief statement of interest that indicates the organization’s interest in applying as a prime or subcontractor.
Response to NSWCCD objectives shall not exceed 5 pages. Interested parties shall describe their capabilities and provide relevant past performance for tasking similar to tasking outlined in the DRAFT Performance Work Statement (PWS). Interested parties shall address any barriers to satisfying the PWS and provide recommendations such as modifications that would be required to be able to satisfy task areas within the PWS. NSWCCD is also seeking industry feedback on the following discussion areas and questions provided below.
NSWCCD Questions:

Which sections of the draft PWS are you capable of performing? Outline your capabilities (equipment, facilities, and personnel qualifications) to perform these tasks.
Outline your experience performing tasks related to the draft PWS, particularly in accordance with the standards/qualifications.

NSWCCD intends to fulfill this requirement via a Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP) completion form contract with an anticipated award date of Fourth Quarter, Fiscal Year 2026.

Contracting Office Address:

NSWC, Carderock Division

9500 MacArthur Blvd

West Bethesda, MD 20817-5700

The POC for this RFI is:

Michael Brodie

contact@example.gov