Numerical Weather Prediction Research and Development Notice of Intent to Sole Source

The U.S. Navy’s Naval Research Laboratory (NRL) is issuing a Notice of Intent to award a five‑year Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) sole‑source contract to Science Applications International Corporation (SAIC) for extensive Numerical Weather Prediction (NWP) research, development, and transition activities. The effort covers global and mesoscale model R&D, data assimilation, quantum computing applications, AI/ML integration, coupled atmosphere‑ocean‑wave modeling, seasonal prediction, tactical product development, and full lifecycle support (maintenance, transition to operations, and data‑product delivery). The work will be performed under a cost‑plus‑fixed‑fee arrangement, with monthly financial and technical reporting, and will require Top‑Secret/SCI clearances for many personnel. • Scope: R&D, testing, optimization, and transition of NRL’s NAVGEM, NEPTUNE, COAMPS, and related NWP systems. • Tasks include model core development, physics enhancements, ensemble prediction, data assimilation (including novel sensors), quantum computing, AI/ML‑accelerated forecasts, and tactical decision‑support product creation. • Deliverables: software/code, documentation, monthly financial/labor reports, progress reports, final report, and classified/unclassified tactical products. • Period of Performance: 5‑year ordering window with multiple task orders. • Security: Requires Top‑Secret/SCI clearances for many roles. • No competitive bidding; interested firms may submit capability statements within 15 days of posting.