PRE-SOLICITATION CONFERENCE – NSWCPD ENVIRONMENTAL QUALIFICATION TEST SERVICES
Department of Defense · Department of the Navy · NSWC PHILADELPHIA DIV
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Solicitation details
Solicitation number
N64498-26-RFPREQ-PD-33-0143
Notice type
Special Notice
NAICS
541380
Product service code
H220
Set-aside
No Set aside used
Posted
2026-10-07
Response deadline
Oct 29, 2026, 7:00 PM UTC
Contracting contact
nicole.a.eckman.civ@us.navy.mil
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Pre-Solicitation Conference – NSWCPD Environmental Qualification Test Services The Naval Surface Warfare Center Philadelphia Division (NSWCPD) invites interested contractors to a pre-solicitation conference regarding the future requirement for Testing Services in support of Shock and Vibration and Electromagnetic Interference / Compatibility (EMI/EMC) Environmental Qualification efforts for Navy Hull, Mechanical, and Electrical (HME) equipment. This event is an opportunity for NSWCPD to inform industry partners about this upcoming need and to discuss potential strategies for meeting the demand. What: Pre-Solicitation Conference – NSWCPD Environmental Qualification Test Services When: 11/12/2026, 1230 - 1600 (In-person check-in: 1230-1300) Where: NSWCPD Philadelphia Navy Yard, Building 77L Room 200; 1000 Kitty Hawk Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19112. Free parking will be available. A parking map will be provided to registered attendees. A virtual meeting link will be provided to registered attendees no later than 11/9/2026. Why Attend? Learn about NSWCPD's FY27-32 requirement for Environmental Qualification Test Services in accordance with established Military Standards and Specifications. Discuss potential acquisition strategies and approaches to meet the anticipated demand for these services. Network to gain a greater insight into NSWCPD’s requirements. About Environmental Qualification Test Services: NSWCPD DEPARTMENT 30 conducts small to medium scale shock, vibration, and electromagnetic interference and electromagnetic compatibility (EMI/EMC) testing on shipboard and submarine hull, mechanical, and electrical (HME) equipment to reduce risks associated with new or updated equipment designs before they are installed on U.S. Navy ships. Within Department 30, Code 333 has authority to approve shock and vibration test plans, as well as EMI/EMC test plans, for ship and submarine HME equipment prior to the conduct of a test. NSWCPD requires contractor support in the areas of test procedure development, test conduct/execution, design and fabrication of unique test fixtures for various equipment under test (EUTs), and test reporting. NSWCPD requires laboratory capability external to that of NSWCPD EQT laboratories for two main reasons; to help alleviate potential scheduling concerns, and, to provide capability that NSWCPD labs do not currently have. Registration Information: To register for this event visit: https://buytickets.at/nswcphiladelphiadivisiondept30/2456271 Attendance: Due to space limitations, three (3) representatives per contractor will be permitted to attend in person. Mandatory Registration: All attendees must register in advance. Unregistered individuals will not be admitted for security reasons. Please complete all fill-ins when registering for the event. First Come, First Served: Registration will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis until capacity is reached. Photo Identification Required: All attendees must present a valid photo ID upon arrival. Acceptable forms of identification include: Real ID Passport Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) Common Access Card (CAC) Existing Access: Even if you already have unescorted access to NSWCPD Building 77L, you are still required to register. Foreign Nationals: Foreign Nationals are not permitted to register for this event. Registration Deadline: 10/29/2026 at 1500 ET, or when the event is sold out, whichever comes first. Please complete all required fields on the registration form. Advance Questions: We encourage participants to submit questions in advance to: Brendon.l.clingensmith.civ@us.navy.mil and Vincent.a.myers4.civ@us.navy.mil Subject Line: “Environmental Qualification Test Services Pre-Solicitation Conference Vendor Question - [Your Company Name] - [Brief Question Detail]" Important: Do not include any procurement sensitive, controlled unclassified, or classified information in your questions. NOTE: Government is not planning to conduct any “one on one” meetings with interested vendors. Event Tentative Agenda: 1230 – 1300: Check-in & Registration, Virtual Platform Audio & Visual Check 1300 – 1315: Welcome, Administrative Remarks & Ground Rules 1315 – 1335: NSWCPD Program Background and Operational Context 1335 – 1400: Notional Acquisition Strategy and Procurement Notes 1400 – 1420: Break 1420 – 1450: Q&A (High Level) 1450 – 1505: Next Steps & Concluding Remarks 1505 – 1600: OPTIONAL – Informal networking session Important Disclaimers: This notice is for informational purposes only and does not constitute a Request for Proposal (RFP) or a Request for Quote (RFQ). Participation in this event Day is voluntary and is not a prerequisite for participation in any future contract RFP. The Government will not reimburse attendees for any expenses incurred in connection with this event, including travel or marketing costs. The information provided in this notice and at the event is for planning purposes only and does not represent a commitment by the Navy to fund any specific opportunity. Recording devices and attempts to broadcast the event are prohibited. Cell phones are permitted, but laptops and tablets are not allowed in the building.
Contact
Point of contact
Nicole Eckman
Role
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Email
nicole.a.eckman.civ@us.navy.mil
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