Navy will hold industry day to discuss upcoming FFG(X) draft RFP

The Navy plans to hold an industry day following the publication of a draft solicitation for its next-generation frigate to review the vessel's requirements and how the service plans to evaluate proposals, according to a Feb. 22 Federal Business Opportunities notice.

The notice also states the service will publish the draft request for proposals "in or around" March. The final request for proposals is due to be published in the fourth quarter of fiscal year 2019, and a contract award is expected in FY-20.

The first detail design and construction contract will purchase up to 10 of the 20 ships that make up the program of record.