Bid guide
How to bid on Sonar Maintenance Support Services for the DEPT of the Navy
What the Navy is buying and why it matters
The Department of the Navy is conducting market research for companies that can provide life-cycle maintenance and sustainment for sonar systems. This includes equipment on NAVOCEANO ships, unmanned surface vessels, autonomous underwater vehicles, and hydrographic survey launches. These operations are based in southern Mississippi.
This is a Request for Information (RFI), not a direct contract offer. The Navy uses this process to identify qualified sources for a potential future Firm Fixed Price (FFP) Indefinite-Delivery Indefinite-Quantity (IDIQ) contract. This future contract is expected to have a five-year ordering period, starting around March 26, 2027. Providing this support is critical for the Navy's mission requirements.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
This RFI was published on July 23, 2026. Your response, in the form of a capability statement, must be submitted by email no later than August 11, 2026, at 11:00 AM ET. This is a strict deadline for submitting your information.
After the deadline, the Navy will review the submitted capability statements to assess market capabilities. This RFI is for planning purposes only, and respondents will not be notified of the results. The government is not obligated to answer questions submitted regarding this RFI.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for companies with expertise in the maintenance and sustainment of sonar systems and related nautical equipment. The relevant North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) Code is 334511 – Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing.
The Navy is looking for firms that can demonstrate past performance in similar work within the last five years. Both large and small businesses, including specific categories like Small Disadvantaged Business, 8(a), HUBZone, Woman-Owned Business, Veteran-Owned, and Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Businesses, are encouraged to respond.
How to respond to this RFI
To respond, you need to prepare a capability statement. This document should be no more than ten pages long and use a font size of no less than 12-point. It must include specific information in the following format: company name, address, point of contact, phone number, email address, and your Contractor and Government Entity (CAGE) Code.
You must also state your business size (e.g., Large Business, Small Business, 8(a)). The statement should display your ability to meet the minimum requirements, including relevant past performance from the last five years. For each past performance reference, include contract numbers, dollar value, and period of performance. Generic company brochures will not be reviewed. Email your response to Ms. Stephanie Lent at [email protected] by the deadline.
Practical tips for a competitive response
When preparing your capability statement, focus on clearly articulating your firm's direct experience with sonar system maintenance and sustainment. Provide concrete examples of past projects that align with the scope described in the RFI, especially those involving naval vessels or similar complex equipment.
Ensure your past performance details are precise, including contract numbers and values, as requested. Tailor your response to directly address the Navy's stated needs for life-cycle maintenance. While this is not a proposal, a well-structured and detailed capability statement will help the Navy understand your firm's potential for a future contract.
See the live bid — deadline, agency details, and how to respond
Dates and requirements can change via addenda; always verify on the bid page and at the original source before responding.
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