What specific technologies does NIWC Pacific prioritize for procurement?

NIWC Pacific focuses on C4ISR systems, artificial intelligence for tactical decision-making, cloud computing architectures, cybersecurity resilience, and unmanned maritime vehicles.

Do I need a facility security clearance to work with NIWC Pacific?

Yes, because the majority of work involves sensitive defense research and classified tactical systems, vendors often require a Facility Security Clearance (FSC) to perform on-site or access controlled technical data.

How does NIWC Pacific typically structure its contract awards?

The command frequently utilizes Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contracts and Other Transaction Authorities (OTA) to rapidly prototype and iterate on emerging naval technologies.

DEPT OF THE NAVY · Contracting Office

NIWC PACIFIC

984 solicitations and awards tracked for this contracting office.

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About

Acquisition authority and contracting profile of NIWC PACIFIC.

NIWC Pacific serves as the Navy's premier research and development hub for command, control, communications, computers, intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (C4ISR) systems. The command actively procures advanced software engineering, cybersecurity solutions, maritime network infrastructure, and unmanned systems integration to maintain tactical superiority in the Indo-Pacific region.

Hierarchy: DEPT OF THE NAVY · DEPT OF DEFENSE.

Contracting officers at this office issue solicitations under the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR). Vendors must be registered in the federal procurement system with a valid CAGE code to receive awards.

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