NNSY FY27 DOT/NRC RAD WASTE TRAINING
DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE NAVY.NAVSEA.NAVSEA SHIPYARD.NORFOLK NAVAL SHIPYARD GF · Response deadline: Mon, 26 Oct 2026
What the government is buying
The Norfolk Naval Shipyard, part of NAVSEA and the Department of the Navy, is soliciting bids for specialized training services related to radiological waste handling. This requirement—designated for DOT/NRC (Department of Transportation/Nuclear Regulatory Commission) radiological waste training—supports the shipyard's operations in nuclear vessel maintenance and environmental compliance.
Training under NAICS 611430 (Professional and Management Development Training) typically involves customized instruction for technical or regulatory subjects. In this case, the curriculum would address federal requirements governing the transport and management of radioactive materials. Both DOT regulations (49 CFR) and NRC requirements (10 CFR) establish strict standards for packaging, labeling, documentation, and personnel qualification when moving radwaste. See the solicitation for specific course content, duration, number of students, and delivery format.
Key facts
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | Dept of the Navy, NAVSEA, Norfolk Naval Shipyard (GF) |
| Notice type | Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | N4215827QE002 |
| NAICS | 611430 |
| Set-aside | No Set aside used |
| Response deadline | October 26, 2026, 12:00 PM ET |
| Place of performance | Portsmouth, VA |
Who can bid
This solicitation is open to all responsible sources—no small-business set-aside applies. Large businesses, small businesses of any type, and potential subcontractors may compete directly.
To bid, a firm must:
- Be registered in SAM.gov with active registration through contract performance
- Have the NAICS 611430 size standard applied (see the solicitation for dollar threshold)
- Demonstrate capability to deliver technical training meeting federal regulatory standards
Given the subject matter, prior experience with DOT hazardous materials regulations and/or NRC radioactive materials licensing would strengthen a proposal. Instructors typically need relevant certifications or operational backgrounds in radwaste transportation or naval nuclear programs. Past performance with military or federal energy clients may be evaluated—see the solicitation for specific evaluation criteria.
How to put together a competitive bid
Technical approach: Detail your curriculum development process and how content maps to applicable DOT/NRC regulations. Emphasize hands-on or simulation components if applicable. Specify instructor qualifications, including any Navy nuclear propulsion program, health physics, or hazmat instructor credentials.
Corporate qualifications: Highlight prior federal training contracts, especially at shipyards or NRC-licensed facilities. Include facility security clearances or capacity to obtain them—Norfolk Naval Shipyard is a controlled-access installation.
Past performance: Provide relevant contract references with similar scope, dollar value, and customer type. NAVSEA emphasizes demonstrated reliability in schedule adherence and student throughput metrics.
Pricing: Develop realistic cost buildups for labor (instructors, curriculum developers), materials, travel to Portsmouth, and any digital learning infrastructure. Understand that government training contracts often include options for additional classes or student cohorts—see the solicitation for pricing structure.
Compliance: Address any security clearance requirements, safety protocols for handling training scenarios involving radioactive materials (even simulated), and COVID or installation access procedures that may apply.
Next steps
- Access the full solicitation at SAM.gov using solicitation number N4215827QE002
- Review all sections including the statement of work, evaluation factors, and any amendments posted after October 21, 2026
- Confirm your SAM registration is current and includes NAICS 611430
- Submit your proposal by October 26, 2026, at 12:00 PM Eastern Time
No deadline extensions are indicated in the metadata—plan for the posted date.
View the official notice on SAM.gov →