Engineering Support for Product Improvement, System Engineering, Process Engineering, System Safety, In-Service Engineering, Program Management, Analytical and Organizational Assessment for Next Generation CADs/PADs
Agency
DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE NAVY.NAVAIR.NAVAIR NAWC AD.NAVAL AIR WARFARE CENTER AIR DIV
Location
St James, MD
Maryland
Estimated Value
N/A
Type
Sources Sought
Service / NAICS
Engineering Services
NAICS 541330
Set-Aside
NONE
Opportunity Summary
This federal contract opportunity from DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE NAVY.NAVAIR.NAVAIR NAWC AD.NAVAL AIR WARFARE CENTER AIR DIV involves engineering services in St James, Maryland. This is a NONE set-aside procurement. Responses are due by Jun 15, 2026 (16 days remaining).
Contract Description
INTRODUCTION This is a Sources Sought Notice issued by the Cartridge Actuated Devices and Propellant Actuated Devices Joint Program Office (CAD/PAD JPO) for informational and planning purposes only. This is not a Request for Proposal (RFP), Request for Quote (RFQ), or Invitation for Bid (IFB). No contract will be awarded from this announcement. Responses to this notice are not offers and cannot be accepted by the Government to form a binding contract. The Government will not reimburse respondents for any costs incurred in preparation of a response to this notice. BACKGROUND The CAD/PAD JPO supports a wide range of programs for cartridges, Cartridge Actuated Devices (CADs), Propellant Actuated Devices (PADs), and Aircrew Escape Propulsion Systems (AEPS) used in various fleet applications. T...
Timeline
Posted Date
May 15, 2026
Response Deadline
Jun 15, 2026
16 days remaining
What Contractors Should Know
This is a NONE set-aside, meaning only qualifying small businesses may compete.
This falls under Engineering Services (NAICS 541330), one of the core federal facilities and operational service categories.
Work will be performed in St James, Maryland. Local presence or experience in this area can strengthen your proposal.
Should You Pursue This?
Good Fit If…
- ✓You hold the required NONE certification
- ✓You have operations or past performance in Maryland
- ✓You have direct experience in engineering services
- ✓You have worked with DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE NAVY.NAVAIR.NAVAIR NAWC AD.NAVAL AIR WARFARE CENTER AIR DIV before
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Contractor FAQ
What certifications are needed for this NONE contract?
This opportunity requires NONE certification. Contractors must be registered and certified in SAM.gov with the appropriate small business designation to be eligible to submit proposals.
How do I submit a bid for this DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE NAVY.NAVAIR.NAVAIR NAWC AD.NAVAL AIR WARFARE CENTER AIR DIV contract?
To bid on this opportunity, you must be registered in SAM.gov. Review the full solicitation documents available at SAM.gov, prepare your technical and cost proposals per the instructions, and submit before the response deadline of Jun 15, 2026.
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