Ship Self Defense System (SSDS) Legacy In Service

The Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA) is seeking information from industry regarding their interest, technical capability, and qualifications to provide engineering support for the Ship Self Defense System (SSDS) Integrated Combat System (ICS). The SSDS is an element of the ICS that provides ship self-defense capabilities against Anti-Ship Cruise Missile (ASCM) attack. The scope of work includes systems and software engineering support, development of engineering products, configuration control, testing, training, and logistics support. The contract is expected to be awarded in Q2 FY28, with a period of performance of 10 years. • The contractor will be required to provide technical engineering services to support and maintain the SSDS baselines on Navy aircraft carriers and amphibious ships. • The contractor will be required to establish and maintain a System Integration Laboratory (SIL) to support development, integration, and test of SSDS In-Service Baseline software and hardware. • The contractor will be required to provide on-site shipboard and land-based technical support for problem resolution. • The contractor will be required to support testing of in-service baseline software builds on a naval ship or platform at-sea or in an approved Navy Lab.