Bid guide
How to bid on Technical Collaboration Initiative for DEPT of Defense
What the agency is buying and why it matters
The NSWC Indian Head Division (IHD) needs secure collaborative workspaces, meeting facilities, and on-demand technical experts. This support is required for areas such as energetics, ordnance systems, research and development, test and evaluation, engineering, explosive ordnance disposal (EOD), and counter-improvised explosive device (C-IED) operations.
The facilities must include classrooms, laboratories with SME support, office space, and conference rooms. These spaces need to be accredited for Secret classification level discussions and activities. All facilities must be located within 10 miles of NSWC IHD's main gate.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
Responses to this notice are due by August 14, 2026, at 4:00 PM ET. This is not a request for competitive proposals; instead, it is a notice of intent to award a sole-source contract. The government will consider all responses received by the deadline.
A determination by the government not to compete this requirement is at their discretion. No solicitation will be available for this procurement.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is for firms that can provide secure collaborative workspaces and on-demand technical experts in specialized fields like energetics, ordnance, and EOD. The facilities must meet Secret classification level requirements and be located within 10 miles of NSWC IHD's main gate.
The NAICS code associated with this notice is 561920, and the PSC code is X1AB. This notice is specifically for vendors who believe they can fulfill the stated requirements as the government intends to award a sole-source contract to United States Bomb Technician Association.
How to respond
To respond, you must email your correspondence to Melinda Blaine at [email protected]. All responses must be sent no later than 4:00 p.m. EDT on August 14, 2026.
If you have large files, they need to be compressed using ZIP and renamed with a .zip file extension before sending.
Tips for preparing a competitive response
Even though this is an intent to award a sole-source contract, clearly demonstrate your firm's unique ability to meet all specified requirements. Focus on how your facilities and expertise precisely match the agency's needs for secure, Secret-accredited spaces and on-demand technical support in the listed disciplines.
Ensure your response explicitly addresses the location requirement, confirming your ability to provide facilities within 10 miles of NSWC IHD's main gate. Detail your accreditation status for handling Secret-level activities. Clearly articulate your firm's qualifications and experience in providing subject matter experts in energetics, ordnance, EOD, and related fields.
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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