Frequently Asked Questions

Click here for the NAVAIR Office of Small Business Programs Frequently Asked Questions.

NAVAIR OSBP Introduction Video to Industry

This video explains what the OSBP can provide to industry seeking business with the Navy.  Click here to view the video. (Note:  Depending on your PC, the video may open directly from the website or it may open on your PC's media player.)

Message from GSA regarding SAM registrations

SAM.gov registration is FREE! There is NO FEE to register or maintain your SAM.gov registration. Provide the following information to the small businesses with whom you work: If you get an email, text, or phone call from a company asking you to contact them right away about your SAM.gov registration, be cautious. If you are asked to pay money to complete or renew your SAM.gov registration, be cautious. These messages are not from the Federal Government.

Contract Data (FPDS) Reports

Under “Data Bank” in sam.gov, the following message appears:

The FPDS reports module is now in SAM.gov as the DataBank. If you need to search for contract data or specific contracts, please go to FPDS.gov (opens in new window) and use the ezSearch tool. The FPDS search and data entry functions have not yet been migrated to SAM.gov, but will be migrated in the future.

Under “Search” in sam.gov, you can perform a keyword search and filter and there is a Help Guide link.

Market Research 101 Video

Hear from the NAVAIR Office of Small Business Programs, as they discuss Market Research 101.

Upcoming Outreach Events:

NAVAIR OSBP General Information Sessions

WE ARE CURRENTLY PAUSING ALL FUTURE GENERAL INFORMATION SESSIONS UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE. THANK YOU FOR YOUR PATIENCE AND UNDERSTANDING.

We encourage you to attend one of our NAVAIR OSBP General Information Sessions. This NAVAIR OSBP General Information Session familiarizes businesses with how to do business with NAVAIR, introduces resources to help them become procurement-ready, and emphasizes the importance of "doing the homework" before contacting any buying command. Topics covered include: an overview of NAVAIR, its organizational structure and echelon commands, the importance of SAM registration and company profiles, market research and networking sources (including select federal and civilian systems/organizations), and the DoD Mentor-Protégé Program. The top 10 NAICS codes for the NAVAIR Enterprise and each of its echelons are also provided for future reference. While this session offers a general overview of NAVAIR, it also provides valuable information for those preparing to do business with the federal government.
(Hosted by OSBP Site Directors at NAWCAD-Pax River & NAVAIR HQ)

 

To access FY26 sessions, Click Here  

 

NAWCTSD:

Annual Military Expositions: 

  • Navy: 
    • Sea Air and Space, National Harbor: Apr 19-22, 2026 (Click Here)
  • Marine Corps Expos:
  • Army: AUSA 2025 Annual Meeting and Exposition: Oct 12-14, 2026 (Click Here)
  • Air Force: Air, Space, and Cyber Conference and Technology: Sep 14-16, 2026 (Click Here)
  • Space Force: Space Symposium Foundation: Apr 13-16, 2026 (Click Here)
  • USSOCOM: SOF Week May 18-21, 2026 (Click Here)

Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC)

The Department of War is inviting feedback from businesses and industry as part of a comprehensive review of the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) program. 

On July 13, the Department of War (DoW) suspended implementation of CMMC Phase II and launched a 60-day review of the program to ensure the defense industrial base remains secure while reducing unnecessary burdens on the small, medium-sized, and non-traditional businesses that are foundational to American manufacturing and innovation. This effort supports the Department's commitment to strengthening cybersecurity while advancing acquisition transformation and industrial base growth. 

We Heard. We Acted. Your Input Shapes What's Next. 

The Department suspended CMMC Phase II and initiated this review after hearing consistent feedback from industry about the need to strengthen cybersecurity while reducing unnecessary cost, complexity, and administrative burden. Industry participation is essential to ensuring the next phase of CMMC reflects practical, scalable, and mission-focused solutions. 

Share Your Feedback 

The Department is actively seeking industry input through the official Reforming CMMC and Reducing Compliance Burden for the Defense Industrial Base Request for Information (RFI) on SAM.gov. 

  • Deadline: Thursday, August 14, 2026, at 12:00 p.m. ET 

Your feedback will help inform the CMMC Reform Task Force as it develops recommendations to strengthen cybersecurity while reducing unnecessary compliance burden across the defense industrial base. 

The Department will also host a series of industry listening sessions in the coming weeks. Details will be shared through the DoW Office of Industrial Base Growth website, business.defense.gov, and on our social media channels. We encourage you to help amplify these opportunities throughout your network to maximize stakeholder participation. 

What Businesses Should Know 

Cybersecurity requirements remain in effect. The importance of strong cybersecurity has not changed.  

While the Department reviews the CMMC program, companies should continue strengthening their cybersecurity posture and complying with existing contractual requirements. Specifically, organizations handling Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) should continue to: 

  • Implement NIST SP 800-171 Rev. 2 security controls. 
  • Comply with applicable DFARS 252.204-7012 cybersecurity requirements. 
  • Complete required Phase I self-assessments. 
  • Maintain cybersecurity documentation and continue improving their cyber readiness. 

Businesses should not pause their cybersecurity efforts. Investments made to strengthen cybersecurity remain valuable and will help organizations remain competitive, resilient, and prepared for future requirements. 

Key Resources 

For the latest official guidance, visit the DoW Chief Information Officer's CMMC resources: 

Your Voice Matters 

The Office of Industrial Base Growth encourages businesses of all sizes to share their perspectives. Industry feedback is essential to ensuring the Department develops a practical, effective, and scalable approach to cybersecurity that strengthens both national security and defense marketplace participation. 

Thank you for helping shape the future of cybersecurity across the defense industrial base. 

OASW for Industrial Base Policy, OUSW for Acquisition & Sustainment 
Office of Industrial Base Growth 
https://business.defense.gov 
Follow Us: LinkedIn  X  Facebook 

 

Long Range Acquisition Forecast (LRAF)

Most Current NAVAIR Enterprise LRAE: Click Here

Site Specific LRAEs: 

Most Current NAWCAD PAX: Click Here

Most Current NAWCWD China Lake & Point Mugu: Click Here

NAWCTSD (TSIS slides, updated annually in June): Click Here

**Procurement opportunity status updated at each PALT, sign up to attend an upcoming PALT: Click Here

Additional Resources:

SECNAV OSBP LRAEs (For 10 buying commands): Click Here

St. Mary's County Department of Economic & Community Development

(List of companies providing support to NAVAIR & organizations that assist small businesses): Click Here

Frequently Asked Questions

Click here for the NAVAIR Office of Small Business Programs Frequently Asked Questions.

NAVAIR OSBP Introduction Video to Industry

This video explains what the OSBP can provide to industry seeking business with the Navy.  Click here to view the video. (Note:  Depending on your PC, the video may open directly from the website or it may open on your PC's media player.)

Message from GSA regarding SAM registrations

SAM.gov registration is FREE! There is NO FEE to register or maintain your SAM.gov registration. Provide the following information to the small businesses with whom you work: If you get an email, text, or phone call from a company asking you to contact them right away about your SAM.gov registration, be cautious. If you are asked to pay money to complete or renew your SAM.gov registration, be cautious. These messages are not from the Federal Government.

Contract Data (FPDS) Reports

Under “Data Bank” in sam.gov, the following message appears:

The FPDS reports module is now in SAM.gov as the DataBank. If you need to search for contract data or specific contracts, please go to FPDS.gov (opens in new window) and use the ezSearch tool. The FPDS search and data entry functions have not yet been migrated to SAM.gov, but will be migrated in the future.

Under “Search” in sam.gov, you can perform a keyword search and filter and there is a Help Guide link.

Market Research 101 Video

Hear from the NAVAIR Office of Small Business Programs, as they discuss Market Research 101.

Upcoming Outreach Events:

NAVAIR OSBP General Information Sessions

WE ARE CURRENTLY PAUSING ALL FUTURE GENERAL INFORMATION SESSIONS UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE. THANK YOU FOR YOUR PATIENCE AND UNDERSTANDING.

We encourage you to attend one of our NAVAIR OSBP General Information Sessions. This NAVAIR OSBP General Information Session familiarizes businesses with how to do business with NAVAIR, introduces resources to help them become procurement-ready, and emphasizes the importance of "doing the homework" before contacting any buying command. Topics covered include: an overview of NAVAIR, its organizational structure and echelon commands, the importance of SAM registration and company profiles, market research and networking sources (including select federal and civilian systems/organizations), and the DoD Mentor-Protégé Program. The top 10 NAICS codes for the NAVAIR Enterprise and each of its echelons are also provided for future reference. While this session offers a general overview of NAVAIR, it also provides valuable information for those preparing to do business with the federal government.
(Hosted by OSBP Site Directors at NAWCAD-Pax River & NAVAIR HQ)

 

To access FY26 sessions, Click Here  

 

NAWCTSD:

Annual Military Expositions: 

  • Navy: 
    • Sea Air and Space, National Harbor: Apr 19-22, 2026 (Click Here)
  • Marine Corps Expos:
  • Army: AUSA 2025 Annual Meeting and Exposition: Oct 12-14, 2026 (Click Here)
  • Air Force: Air, Space, and Cyber Conference and Technology: Sep 14-16, 2026 (Click Here)
  • Space Force: Space Symposium Foundation: Apr 13-16, 2026 (Click Here)
  • USSOCOM: SOF Week May 18-21, 2026 (Click Here)

Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC)

The Department of War is inviting feedback from businesses and industry as part of a comprehensive review of the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) program. 

On July 13, the Department of War (DoW) suspended implementation of CMMC Phase II and launched a 60-day review of the program to ensure the defense industrial base remains secure while reducing unnecessary burdens on the small, medium-sized, and non-traditional businesses that are foundational to American manufacturing and innovation. This effort supports the Department's commitment to strengthening cybersecurity while advancing acquisition transformation and industrial base growth. 

We Heard. We Acted. Your Input Shapes What's Next. 

The Department suspended CMMC Phase II and initiated this review after hearing consistent feedback from industry about the need to strengthen cybersecurity while reducing unnecessary cost, complexity, and administrative burden. Industry participation is essential to ensuring the next phase of CMMC reflects practical, scalable, and mission-focused solutions. 

Share Your Feedback 

The Department is actively seeking industry input through the official Reforming CMMC and Reducing Compliance Burden for the Defense Industrial Base Request for Information (RFI) on SAM.gov. 

  • Deadline: Thursday, August 14, 2026, at 12:00 p.m. ET 

Your feedback will help inform the CMMC Reform Task Force as it develops recommendations to strengthen cybersecurity while reducing unnecessary compliance burden across the defense industrial base. 

The Department will also host a series of industry listening sessions in the coming weeks. Details will be shared through the DoW Office of Industrial Base Growth website, business.defense.gov, and on our social media channels. We encourage you to help amplify these opportunities throughout your network to maximize stakeholder participation. 

What Businesses Should Know 

Cybersecurity requirements remain in effect. The importance of strong cybersecurity has not changed.  

While the Department reviews the CMMC program, companies should continue strengthening their cybersecurity posture and complying with existing contractual requirements. Specifically, organizations handling Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) should continue to: 

  • Implement NIST SP 800-171 Rev. 2 security controls. 
  • Comply with applicable DFARS 252.204-7012 cybersecurity requirements. 
  • Complete required Phase I self-assessments. 
  • Maintain cybersecurity documentation and continue improving their cyber readiness. 

Businesses should not pause their cybersecurity efforts. Investments made to strengthen cybersecurity remain valuable and will help organizations remain competitive, resilient, and prepared for future requirements. 

Key Resources 

For the latest official guidance, visit the DoW Chief Information Officer's CMMC resources: 

Your Voice Matters 

The Office of Industrial Base Growth encourages businesses of all sizes to share their perspectives. Industry feedback is essential to ensuring the Department develops a practical, effective, and scalable approach to cybersecurity that strengthens both national security and defense marketplace participation. 

Thank you for helping shape the future of cybersecurity across the defense industrial base. 

OASW for Industrial Base Policy, OUSW for Acquisition & Sustainment 
Office of Industrial Base Growth 
https://business.defense.gov 
Follow Us: LinkedIn  X  Facebook 

 

Long Range Acquisition Forecast (LRAF)

Most Current NAVAIR Enterprise LRAE: Click Here

Site Specific LRAEs: 

Most Current NAWCAD PAX: Click Here

Most Current NAWCWD China Lake & Point Mugu: Click Here

NAWCTSD (TSIS slides, updated annually in June): Click Here

**Procurement opportunity status updated at each PALT, sign up to attend an upcoming PALT: Click Here

Additional Resources:

SECNAV OSBP LRAEs (For 10 buying commands): Click Here

St. Mary's County Department of Economic & Community Development

(List of companies providing support to NAVAIR & organizations that assist small businesses): Click Here

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