SOURCES SOUGHT: ERDC Watercraft and Ship Simulator Support Services Multiple Award Task Order Contract

The U.S. Army Engineer Research and Development Center is conducting market research to evaluate the availability of SBA-certified small businesses capable of supporting the ERDC Watercraft and Ship Simulator through comprehensive services including simulator database development, visuals, environmental forcings, and vessel modeling. This request is issued under Federal Acquisition Regulation Part 10 for informational purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation or commitment to award a contract. Interested parties must have an active SAM.gov registration and demonstrate proven experience in maritime simulation technologies. The effort aims to determine if the requirement can be structured as a small-business set-aside or alternative acquisition strategy. Responses are due by July 20, 2026, and all submissions should address the technical scope and capabilities relevant to enhancing the existing simulator system. The opportunity is identified under NAICS code 541715 and is managed by the Office of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers headquartered in Vicksburg, Mississippi. Primary point of contact is William Rawe, with Christine Shuck as the secondary contact, both reachable via official Army email addresses. The posting was released on July 10, 2026, through SAM.gov and is accessible via the provided URL. No set-aside type has been designated at this stage, and the Government is gathering information to inform future contracting decisions. Participation in this sources sought notice does not guarantee future contract opportunities but is critical for shaping the procurement strategy.