Naval Sea Systems Command

 
Visitor Request Information

A visit request is MANDATORY for all visitors to NUWC Division Newport, government and civilian, regardless of the duration or classification of the visit.

Access to NUWC Division Newport will not be granted under any circumstances without a valid visit authorization request on file.

Due to the number of visit requests received, fourteen (14) days processing time is required for all visit requests whether received by JPAS of by FAX. Visitors who don't meet this requirement will not be guaranteed access.

Visitor Control - NUWC Newport Building 80 Lobby outside of NUWC Gate 23 Is open Monday- Friday from 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. (except holidays)

Note: All individuals NOT in possession of a Common Access Card (CAC), or a DEERS-issued military ID card (active duty, retired or dependent) will require a DBIDS card for access. No unescorted access will be granted without a CAC, a DEERS-issued military ID card (active duty, retired or dependent), or a valid DBIDS card.

DBIDS cards must be picked up before obtaining the NUWC Division Newport visitor badge, and may only be picked up at the Naval Station Newport Pass and ID Office, located outside Naval Station Newport Gate 1. Anyone who needs a DBIDS card, must first pick up their DBIDS card at NAVSTA Newport Pass and ID, then proceed to the NUWC Division Newport Building 80 Visitor Control office to obtain their NUWC Division Newport visitor badge. For DBIDS questions, contact Naval Station Pass and ID at 401-841-3126. For NUWC Division Newport questions, contact NUWC Visitor Control at 401-832-2152.

All visits to NUWC Division Newport are assumed to be classified unless otherwise stated.

Uncleared visitors requiring unescorted access must coordinate via their NUWC point of contact and provide a visit request two weeks in advance of their visit to allow for vetting via the Region Vetting Center.

Principal Purpose: Information is obtained under DTM 09-012 to identify personnel working at activities where unescorted access to the facility may be required.

Routine Use: Information, including the social security number, date and place of birth, is used in verifying the individual’s identity and security clearance level. The information may be disclosed to those at the activity responsible for verifying clearance and unescorted access authorization.

Disclosure: Completion of a visit request authorization, including the disclosure of your social security number and date/place of birth is voluntary. Failure to provide all information, including the Social Security number and date/place of birth, may serve as a basis to deny access to the facility

Submit a Request/Joint Personnel Adjudication System

Use of the Joint Personnel Adjudication System (JPAS) is the required method for submitting visit requests for cleared companies and individuals.

For non-SCI visits, the Security Management Office (SMO) for visits is 666045.

  • Include the Contract Number in the space allocated for the POC Phone Number. For SEAPORTe contracts, the Task Order number must also be included

  • Questions on non-SCI visits may be addressed to the NUWCDIVNPT Security Division at 401-832-2551.

  • For SCI visits, the SMO is 666043.

  • Questions on SCI visits may be addressed to the SSO at 401-832-7955

For companies or agencies not on JPAS, a visit request on company letterhead must be FAXED to the NUWC Division Newport Security Division at 401-832-4396, or sent using the Secure Access File Exchange (SAFE) and use robin.spradling.ctr@navy.mil as the required e-mail address.

Required Information for Visit Request

The visit request must be on company/command letterhead and contain the following information:
  • Visitor’s full name – (last, first, middle initial as it appears on government-issued ID  
  • Company or Organization Name – complete address, phone number, fax number and CAGE code
  • Visitor’s full Social Security Number – This information is protected by the Privacy Act of 1974
  • Visitor’s Date of Birth and Place of Birth (city/state)
  • Citizenship – Naturalized U.S. citizens must include their Naturalization number
  • Individual’s Level of Clearance Access – This information is verified using JPAS.
    SCI level access must be coordinated SSO to SSO
  • Visitor's email address
  • Do you posses a CAC or DBIDS card?
  • Specific Date(s) of Visit (include the year)
  • Technical Point of Contact (POC) at NUWC Division Newport – (Must be government NUWC employee - include name and phone number)
  • Specific Purpose of Visit – (include classification of visit)
  • Contract number – for non-governmental activities. For SEAPORTe contracts, include the Task Order number as well. If no contract number is provided, the list the visit for 30 days approval, unclassified.
  • Name, Title, and Signature of authorizing company official (may NOT be one of the listed visitors). Smaller companies that do have a security officer to sign, may use another official or secretary as signatory.) 

NOTE: As of Dec. 24, 2013, the DOD requires all individuals not associated with the U.S. military to provide two (2) forms of valid state or federal government issued identifications. For a list of acceptable forms please refer to the Form I-9, page 9.

Bringing computers on base

Navy Marine Corps Intranet (NMCI)-issued laptops are permitted.

Visitors are authorized to transport and use NMCI-issued laptops onboard NUWC Division Newport property provided the user has a current and signed Property Pass (GSA Optional Form-7). Use of Wi-Fi (802.11) is not permitted. Users may connect to designated NMCI hotel ports to access the NMCI network.

Non-NUWC Division Newport owned computers are prohibited (excluding NMCI computers).

Request for approval can be made to the Information System Security Manager (ISSM) by completing this FORM.

This request must be completed and signed off by the NUWC government POC, NUWC department ISSO, and the Command ISSM, prior to transporting the computer on the base.

If the visitor has a valid visit request, and makes frequent trips, the form can be approved for up to one year or the expiration of the visit request, whichever occurs first. The approved document needs to be with the computer at all times while on base.

Staying Connected
Facebook link
Facebook
 Twitter link
Twitter
 Youtube link
YouTube
 LinkedIn link
LinkedIn