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BPA - Translation and Interpreting Service PSC R608

Solicitation: N0017424SN0031
Notice ID: f2d65decf75f44e4966299cc6ac03a1d
Contract snapshot

Combined Synopsis Solicitation from DEPT OF THE NAVY • DEPT OF DEFENSE. Place of performance: MD. Response deadline: Nov 11, 2028. Industry: NAICS 541930 • PSC R608.

Source
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Solicitation
N0017424SN0031
Performance
Indian Head, Maryland • 20640 United States
Response
Nov 11, 2028, 05:01 AM UTC
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Place of performance
Indian Head, Maryland • 20640 United States
State: MD
Contracting office
Indian Head, MD • 20640-1533 USA

Point of Contact

Name
Rebecca Collins
Email
rebecca.m.collins17.civ@us.navy.mil
Phone
Not available
Name
Brandi L. Sorzano
Email
brandi.l.sorzano.civ@us.navy.mil
Phone
Not available

Agency & Office

Department
DEPT OF DEFENSE
Agency
DEPT OF THE NAVY
Subagency
NAVSEA
Office
NAVSEA WARFARE CENTER • NSWC INDIAN HEAD DIVISION
Contracting Office Address
Indian Head, MD
20640-1533 USA

Applicable wage determinations

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Best fitDavis-Baconstate match
MD20260065 (Rev 1)
Published May 18, 2026Maryland • Montgomery
17 occupation rates available in the full WD.
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MD20260065 (Rev 1)
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Published May 18, 2026Maryland • Montgomery
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SHEET METAL WORKER (HVAC DUCT INSTALLATION ONLY)
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MD20260031 (Rev 1)
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Published May 18, 2026Maryland • Baltimore
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MD20260123 (Rev 1)
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Published May 18, 2026Maryland • Somerset
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TRUCK DRIVER (WATER)
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TRUCK DRIVER (TACK/TAR TRUCK)
Base $28.69Fringe $10.51
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TRUCK DRIVER (LOWBOY)
Base $29.68Fringe $10.51
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MD20260063 (Rev 1)
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Published May 18, 2026Maryland • Harford
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Base $34.12Fringe $14.64
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SPRINKLER FITTER (FIRE SPRINKLERS)
Base $26.06Fringe $6.52
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SHEET METAL WORKER (HVAC DUCT INSTALLATION ONLY)
Base $18.82Fringe $1.20
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Description

Combined Synopsis Solicitation from DEPT OF THE NAVY • DEPT OF DEFENSE. Place of performance: MD. Response deadline: Nov 11, 2028. Industry: NAICS 541930 • PSC R608.
Advisory bid range

Pricing and bid posture

medium confidence
$316,256 - $374,822

Contractor-side estimate from visible notice metadata, NAICS/PSC, contract type, schedule hints, and BidPulsar workpaper assumptions. Not an IGCE, incumbent price, award value, or government budget.

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Floor
$316,256
Target
$334,663
Premium
$374,822
Labor
$167,120
Direct
$15,500
Burden
$112,136
Fee + reserve
$39,442
Target $334,663BPA catalog/rate-card model4 modeled rows

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Market snapshot

Awarded-market signal for NAICS 541930 (last 12 months), benchmarked to sector 54.

12-month awarded value
$5,986,224
Sector total $5,898,852,482,236 • Share 0.0%
Live
Median
$489,155
P10–P90
$145,831$897,831
Volatility
Volatile154%
Market composition
NAICS share of sector
A simple concentration signal, not a forecast.
0.0%
share
Momentum (last 3 vs prior 3 buckets)
+100%($5,986,224)
Deal sizing
$489,155 median
Use as a pricing centerline.
Live signal is computed from awarded notices already observed in the system.
Signals shown are descriptive of observed awards; not a forecast.

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BidPulsar Analysis

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Updated: Jan 07, 2026
Client-ready brief
Executive summary
medium confidencegpt 4o mini

The Department of the Navy is soliciting proposals for a Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) focused on Translation and Interpreting Services, specifically under PSC R608. This opportunity is set aside for small businesses as per SBA guidelines. The notice is part of a combined synopsis/solicitation.

Translation servicesInterpreting servicesSmall businessBPANavy contracts
What the buyer is trying to do

The buyer is looking to establish a BPA to source reliable and effective translation and interpreting services to support various Navy operations.

Who should pursue this
  • Small businesses specializing in language services.
  • Experienced translators and interpreters familiar with maritime and defense terminology.
  • Companies with past performance in government contracts.
Work breakdown
  • Review R608 requirements for translation and interpreting services.
  • Identify qualified vendors.
  • Prepare technical and pricing proposals.
  • Submit response by the deadline.
Response package checklist
  • Completed proposal form as per solicitation requirements.
  • Technical capability statement.
  • Pricing proposal with detailed cost breakdown.
  • Evidence of past performance.
More BidPulsar strategy notesCompliance, pricing, teaming, risks, questions, and coverage notes
Compliance notes
  • Ensure compliance with SBA small business regulations.
  • Follow guidelines specified in the combined synopsis/solicitation.
Pricing strategy
  • Conduct market research on prevailing rates for translation and interpreting services.
  • Consider competitive pricing strategies.
  • Evaluate costs vs. quality in service delivery.
Teaming and subs
  • Potential for partnering with other small language service providers.
  • Subcontracting options for specialized languages or services.
Risks and watchouts
  • Potential misunderstanding of R608 requirements leading to non-compliant proposals.
  • Price competition may drive margins down.
  • Limited timeframe for preparation due to long response deadline.
Smart questions to ask
  • What specific languages and dialects will be required?
  • What is the expected volume of work under the BPA?
  • Are there particular security clearance requirements for interpreters?
Source coverage notes

Some notices publish limited source detail. Confirm these points before final bid/no-bid decisions.

  • Specific languages required for translation and interpreting services.
  • Estimated volume of services needed.
  • Details on evaluation criteria for proposals.
  • Timeline for award decision after submission.
  • Potential for multiple awards under this BPA.
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