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Research, Development, Test & Evaluation (RDT&E) Support for the Center for Corrosion Science and Engineering (CCSE)

ID: N0017326RFIGF01 • Type: Sources Sought • Match:  90%
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Description

SOURCES SOUGHT

N00173-25-RFI-GF01

THIS SOURCES SOUGHT IS FOR INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY. THIS IS NOT A REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL (RFP) . THIS DOES NOT CONSTITUTE A SOLICITATION AND SHALL NOT BE CONSTRUED AS A COMMITMENT BY THE GOVERNMENT. RESPONSES IN ANY FORM ARE NOT OFFERS AND THE GOVERNMENT IS UNDER NO OBLIGATION TO AWARD A CONTRACT AS A RESULT OF THIS ANNOUNCEMENT. NO FUNDS ARE AVAILABLE TO PAY FOR PREPARATION OF RESPONSES TO THIS ANNOUNCEMENT. ANY COSTS INCURRED BY INTERESTED COMPANIES IN RESPONSE TO THIS ANNOUCMENT WILL NOT BE REIMBURSED. ANY INFORMATION SUBMITTED BY RESPONDENTS TO THIS ANNOUCMENT IS STRICTLY VOLUNTARY. RESPONSES WILL NOT BE RETURNED TO THE RESPONDER. NOT RESPONDING TO THIS NOTICE DOES NOT PRECLUDE PARTICIPATION IN ANY FUTURE REQUEST FOR QUOTE (RFQ) OR INVITATION FOR BID (IFB) OR RFP, IF ANY ISSUED. IF A SOLICITATION IS RELEASED, IT WILL BE SYNOPSIZED ON THE GOVERNMENT-WIDE POINT OF ENTRY (GPE). IT IS THE RESPONSIBILITY OF POTENTIAL OFFERORS TO MONITOR THE GPE FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMMATION PERTAINING TO THIS REQUIREMENT.

Objective

The Naval Research Laboratory (NRL) is searching for potential sources with the capability to perform the requirements set forth in the attached draft Statement of Work (SOW), entitled Research, Development, Test & Evaluation (RDT&E) Support for the Center for Corrosion Science and Engineering (CCSE) .

The NRL anticipates awarding a single award Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract, with Cost Plus Fixed Fee (CPFF) and/or Firm Fixed Priced (FFP) type task order(s).

The draft Statement of Work document is attached with this announcement:

Requested Information and Response Format:

NRL requests that potential sources with the capability to fulfill the SOW requirements to submit a response containing the information listed.

  1. Name of Company and Point of Contact (POC)
  2. Telephone Number, Address and e-mail address of POC
  3. Company Cage Code and DUNS number
  4. Company's Business Size Classification for NAICS Code 541715 Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology). The Small Business Size determination for NAICS Code 541715 is 1000 Employees. (PSC AJ12)
  5. Capabilities statement and relevant company and personnel experience to support functional areas listed in the draft SOW.
  6. Listing of current/past contracts supporting requirements of similar scope and complexity.

Respondents should limit its response to no more than 10 pages. Please email your response to Graham Fisher, Contract Specialist, at graham.w.fisher.civ@us.navy.mil. Please include RFI # N00173-26-RFI-GF01 in the email subject line. All questions regarding this announcement must be submitted in writing via email to the designated POC for this announcement.

Background
The Naval Research Laboratory (NRL) is seeking potential sources capable of fulfilling the requirements outlined in the draft Statement of Work (SOW) for Research, Development, Test & Evaluation (RDT&E) Support for the Center for Corrosion Science and Engineering (CCSE). The CCSE is responsible for a broad range of RDT&E programs focusing on marine corrosion, engineering, materials, electrochemistry, coatings, biofouling remediation, and environmental effects related to Navy operations.

The goal of this contract is to enhance technology for both legacy and next-generation Naval platforms while addressing life-cycle extension and improved service life.

Work Details
The contractor will conduct scientific, engineering, technical, and analytical R&D in several key areas: Corrosion Science and Engineering; Material Science and Environmental Compatibility; Marine Coatings Science and Technology; Technology Transfer; Field Demonstrations; and Engineering Support. Specific tasks include:

1) Scientific discovery: Develop test plans, perform analyses, conduct studies to support CCSE objectives.
2) Applied Engineering: Design, fabricate, install, and evaluate equipment for developmental programs.
3) Logistical Support: Provide logistics coordination and assist in developing standards for Navy or DoD authorities.
4) Fleet activities support: Assist fleet program offices with program management and systems engineering.
5) Field demonstrations: Support technology programs related to corrosion control or coatings projects.

Place of Performance
Work will be conducted at the NRL site in Washington, DC and the NRL Corrosion facility in Key West, FL. Additional support may occur at various Navy sites including San Diego, CA; Norfolk, VA; Puget Sound, WA; and Pearl Harbor, HI.
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Overview

Agency
Naval Research Laboratory (NRL)
Response Deadline
Nov. 7, 2025, 12:00 p.m. EST Past Due
Posted
Oct. 17, 2025, 1:37 p.m. EDT
Set Aside
None
NAICS
541715 - Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)
PSC
AJ12 - General Science And Technology R&D Services; General Science And Technology; Applied Research
Place of Performance
20375 United States
Source
Open
Current SBA Size Standard
1000 Employees
Pricing
Cost Plus Fixed Fee; Fixed Price;
Est. Level of Competition
High
Est. Value Range
Experimental
$5,000,000 - $25,000,000 (AI estimate)
Vehicle Type
Indefinite Delivery Contract
On 10/17/25 Naval Research Laboratory issued Sources Sought N0017326RFIGF01 for Research, Development, Test & Evaluation (RDT&E) Support for the Center for Corrosion Science and Engineering (CCSE) due 11/7/25. The opportunity was issued full & open with NAICS 541715 and PSC AJ12.
Primary Contact
Name
Graham W.J. Fisher   Profile
Email
graham.w.fisher.civ@us.navy.mil
Phone
(202) 923-1344

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Additional Details

Source Agency Hierarchy
DEPT OF DEFENSE > DEPT OF THE NAVY > ONR > ONR NRL > NAVAL RESEARCH LABORATORY
FPDS Organization Code
1700-N00173
Source Organization Code
100255323
Last Updated
Nov. 22, 2025
Last Updated By
graham.fisher@nrl.navy.mil
Archive Date
Nov. 22, 2025