Opportunity
SAM #N0001426SB002
Navy ManTech Program R&D Solicitation for Manufacturing Improvements
Buyer
Office of Naval Research
Posted
July 16, 2026
Respond By
September 16, 2026
Identifier
N0001426SB002
NAICS
541715
The Office of Naval Research (ONR), representing the Department of the Navy, is seeking research and development proposals for the Navy Manufacturing Technology (ManTech) Program. - Government Buyer: - Department of the Navy, Office of Naval Research (ONR) - Scope of Opportunity: - Solicitation for innovative R&D projects to improve manufacturing processes - Focus on increasing speed, throughput, and resiliency in shipyards, maintenance depots, and supply chain partners - Projects should address barriers in the shipbuilding industrial base and enhance the nation's ability to build, arm, and repair ships efficiently - Products/Services Requested: - Research and development services for manufacturing improvements - No specific products, part numbers, or quantities identified - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Proposals must demonstrate clear impact on industrial base resiliency and manufacturing efficiency - Emphasis on solutions that strengthen the shipbuilding enterprise and supply chain - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the solicitation
Description
This announcement is issued on behalf of the Navy Manufacturing Technology (ManTech) Program. The focus of this research and development opportunity is on targeted manufacturing improvements to directly impact speed, throughput, and industrial base resiliency. This is vital for developing the next generation of manufacturing capabilities that will enable the ability to build faster, arm faster, and repair faster. We seek innovations that will fundamentally improve the efficiency of our shipyards, maintenance depots, and supply chain partners. Offerors must clearly articulate how their proposed research will dismantle existing barriers and contribute to a more robust and responsive industrial ecosystem, improving the resilience and competitiveness of the Nation’s shipbuilding enterprise. Additional Links:Click here to see more information about this opportunity on the ONR website