Exciting news for our maritime defense community! The Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA) has announced the second Rolling Admissions for the SeaPort Next Generation (NxG) program, slated for release in the second quarter of FY 2024.
With the Navy reopening the $50 billion professional services vehicle, and an estimated annual procurement of $5 billion in services through task orders issued under SeaPort-NxG, this is a not-to-be-missed opportunity for companies aiming for a second chance or new entrants seeking to secure their spot on this prestigious vehicle. SeaPort NxG is your gateway to securing a position on one of the most anticipated Multiple Award Indefinite-Delivery/Indefinite-Quantity Contracts (MAC IDIQ) this year.
SeaPort NxG at a Glance:
SeaPort NxG serves as NAVSEA’s electronic platform for procuring a wide range of support services, connecting over 2,400 IDIQ contract holders with essential Navy requirements. The services span 23 areas, including Engineering, Financial Management, and Program Management. The scope of services covers a breadth of professional support areas vital to naval operations and beyond.
A Retrospective Look at SeaPort-NxG:
December 2018: The initial launch of SeaPort NxG saw the award of positions to 1,870 businesses, highlighting the program’s broad industry appeal and the Navy’s dedication to fostering a competitive and diverse supplier base. This included awards to 1,553 small businesses and 320 large businesses across 46 states, the District of Columbia, and Guam.
2021 Expansion: In a significant expansion of vendor competition for task orders, 600 additional companies were awarded spots on the SeaPort-NxG contract as part of a rolling admissions process. This growth underscores the Navy’s commitment to leveraging a wide range of expertise across 23 functional areas.
Scope of Services:
The SeaPort-NxG contract covers a diverse array of services categorized into engineering and program management support. The engineering services category encompasses 12 functional areas, including but not limited to engineering support, research and development, and software engineering. Program management services span 11 areas, such as financial analysis, quality assurance, and computer systems analysis, ensuring comprehensive support for Navy operations.
What’s New in Rolling Admissions II:
Technical Focus: The Navy continues its approach from the first Rolling Admissions, prioritizing technical and qualitative criteria over price to foster task order level competition.
Expanded Use: Beyond the Navy and Marine Corps, other federal agencies are encouraged to utilize SeaPort NxG, broadening potential opportunities for contractors.
Small Business Support: The structure of the program promotes participation from small businesses and various socio-economic categories, ensuring inclusivity across all functional areas.
Key Details:
- Solicitation Release: March 2024
- RFP Closure: April 2024
- Contract Awards: August 2024
- NAICS Code: 541330, with a $47M revenue size standard for Small Business participation.
Prepare for Success:
No in-person Industry Days are planned, so monitor SAM.gov for virtual presentations or updates. Reviewing the previous solicitation (N00178-21-R-7000) will help understand the scope and requirements for this admission round. Ensure your SAM.gov registration is current and begin assembling your resources.
How OST Global Solutions Can Help You Win:
Our team at OST Global Solutions has supported multiple successful SeaPort NxG bids and task orders. We can help you to navigate the complexities of the NxG submission process. Our suite of services includes:
Solution Development Tailored to the Navy’s Evolving Needs: We’ll guide you in developing solutions that meet or exceed the Navy’s expectations. Capture Management Consulting for U.S. Government Bids
Win Themes Development with a Competitive Edge: We will help you to refine your win themes to highlight your unique value proposition, ensuring they resonate with the Navy’s current priorities. Win Strategy Workshop for U.S. Government Bids
Expert Guidance: Look ahead to the critical elements of capture that often get overlooked: identifying the personnel needed to finish capture, starting the proposal off on the right foot, and developing a winning proposal. Finalize your proposal team and get working on these things. Proposal Management Consulting for U.S. Government Bids
OST Global Solutions is a professional business development consulting firm. We have extensive experience in winning large, strategic bids like SeaPort NxG. We can provide capture and proposal teams to develop a complete, winning proposal. Or we can provide consultants on a case-by-case basis to fill gaps on your business development team. Our services related to SeaPort NxG consist of team identification/negotiation, capture management, win strategy consulting, proposal management, pricing, color reviews, proposal writing, editing, and desktop publishing.
Don’t wait until the solicitation is issued. The time to strategize and prepare is now. Ensure your SAM.gov registration is up-to-date, and start gathering your best resources for this opportunity.
For more information and to discuss how we can support your SeaPort NxG bid, reach out to us.
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