COLUMBIA-Class Tailcone Request for Information (RFI)

Project ID: N00167-26-X-XXXX FederalOpportunitiesPresolicitation

Overview

Agency	NSWC Carderock Division
Deadline	02/27/26
Posted	02/05/26
Estimated Value	$80,000,000 - $200,000,000 (AI estimate)
Set Aside	None
NAICS	336611 - Ship Building and Repairing
PSC	2010 - Ship And Boat Propulsion Components
Location	West Bethesda, MD United States

Description

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This Request for Information (RFI) is NOT a request for proposals or quotations. The purpose of this posting is to provide the DRAFT Statement of Work (SOW) for industry review/comment for the upcoming solicitation to procure manufacture of a maximum of eight (8) COLUMBIA Class submarine Tailcone Kits. Naval Surface Warfare Center Carderock Division (NSWCCD) intends to use full and open competition to award a mixed Fixed-Price-Incentive-Fee (FPIF) Firm Target and Cost-Plus-Fixed-Fee (CPFF) type award, for one (1) base year and up to four (4) one-year options. The Government anticipates making a future acquisition determination based on responses received from both small and large businesses that indicate an interest and have the capability to perform the required effort. All responses will be reviewed and the information will be utilized to assist the Government in making determinations regarding procurement strategy decisions. NSWCCD anticipates that this requirement will be assigned and solicited under North America Industry Classification (NAICS) code 336611 - "Ship Building and Repair". Please contact the Contract Specialist or Contracting Officer for the applicable drawing and provide your company's CAGE code. The drawing is classified and shall be provided after a security check. Responses to this RFI shall be submitted electronically to sam.a.keith.civ@us.navy.mil and abeer.j.ameer.civ@us.navy.mil by 5:00PM Eastern Standard Time on 27 February 2026 and contain the following information: Company name, website, and physical address Point of contact, phone number, and e-mail address Cage number (if applicable) and DUNS number Company size e.g. small business, large business, or small disadvantaged business Company capability Statement / Description of your technical capabilities and experience in potentially meeting the requirements identified in the SOW Any comments on the proposed SOW and/or potential barriers to proposing on this requirement, including contracting type All responses will be reviewed by the Government for consideration when revisions are incorporated in the SOW prior to solicitation of the formal RFP. All information will be kept confidential and will not be disseminated to the public.

Summary (Newest Update)

Background The Naval Surface Warfare Center Carderock Division (NSWCCD) is responsible for engineering and manufacturing components for the U.S. Navy, specifically focusing on the COLUMBIA Class submarines. This Request for Information (RFI) aims to gather industry feedback on a draft Statement of Work (SOW) for the procurement of up to eight COLUMBIA Class submarine Tailcone Kits, which are critical components of the submarine's propulsor system. The contract will be awarded through full and open competition, with the Government seeking input from both small and large businesses to inform their acquisition strategy. Work Details The contract involves the manufacture and delivery of a maximum of eight (8) COLUMBIA Class submarine Tailcone Kits. The contractor is required to deliver at least one Tailcone Kit in the first year, with options for an additional seven kits over the contract period. Specific requirements include: - **CLIN 0001**: Manufacture, paint, and deliver 1 Tailcone Kit (Item 324561000), adhering to specifications in NAVY drawings DP2.3.3 / DP2.3.4. - **Engineering Services**: Up to 1200 hours per year may be required for design reviews or changes. - **Manufacturing Plan**: Development of a comprehensive plan detailing processes, facilities, personnel, and qualifications necessary for production. - **Other Direct Costs (ODCs)**: Estimated ceiling of $250K per year for ODCs related to engineering services. - **Data Requirements**: Submission of various reports including project planning charts and monthly status reports detailing progress against milestones. Place of Performance The performance will occur within the Continental United States (CONUS).

Contacts

Contact name	Abeer Ameer
Contact email	abeer.j.ameer.civ@us.navy.mil
Contact phone	(301) 275-4537
Secondary contact name	Sam Keith
Secondary contact email	sam.a.keith.civ@us.navy.mil
Secondary contact phone	None