Construction of FF(X) Frigates
Agency
DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE NAVY.NAVSEA.NAVSEA HQ.NAVSEA HQ
Location
Pascagoula, MS
Mississippi
Estimated Value
N/A
Type
Presolicitation
Service / NAICS
336611
Set-Aside
NONE
Opportunity Summary
This federal contract opportunity from DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE NAVY.NAVSEA.NAVSEA HQ.NAVSEA HQ involves construction of ff(x) frigates in Pascagoula, Mississippi. This is a NONE set-aside procurement. Responses are due by Apr 9, 2026 (14 days remaining).
Contract Description
The Navy intends to contract on a sole source basis with Huntington Ingalls Industries-Ingalls Shipbuilding for two FF(X) frigates. FF(X)-class frigates are a new class of small blue-water surface combatants designed to operate within a bimodal/high-low fleet architecture, complementing larger, multi-mission capable platforms. This notice covers all efforts necessary to construct and deliver the first two FF(X) frigates, such as pre-construction planning, shipyard preparation, material, construction, engineering, testing, sea trials, systems integration, and provisioned item orders. In accordance with FAR 6.103-1, the requirements described in this notice will be solicited from only one source because only Ingalls Shipbuilding possesses the unique and highly specialized capabilities necess...
Timeline
Posted Date
Mar 25, 2026
Response Deadline
Apr 9, 2026
14 days remaining
What Contractors Should Know
This is a NONE set-aside, meaning only qualifying small businesses may compete.
Work will be performed in Pascagoula, Mississippi. 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 Mississippi
- ✓You have worked with DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE NAVY.NAVSEA.NAVSEA HQ.NAVSEA HQ before
Harder to Win If…
- !Only 14 days remaining to prepare your response
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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.NAVSEA.NAVSEA HQ.NAVSEA HQ 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 Apr 9, 2026.
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