SOURCES SOUGHT
16 -- C-5 Communication, Navigation, Surveillance/Air Traffic Management (CNS/ATM) Bundle
- Notice Date
- 9/12/2014
- Notice Type
- Sources Sought
- NAICS
- 336413
— Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing
- Contracting Office
- Department of the Air Force, Air Force Materiel Command, AFLCMC/PK - WPAFB (includes PZ, WL, WW, WI, WN, WK, LP, WF, WK), 2275 D Street, Wright-Patterson AFB, Ohio, 45433-7218, United States
- ZIP Code
- 45433-7218
- Solicitation Number
- FA8625-15-R-6599
- Archive Date
- 3/1/2016
- Point of Contact
- Justin D. Buschagen, Phone: 937-656-9175, Lt Col Patrick O. Maddox, Phone: 937-656-9593
- E-Mail Address
-
justin.buschagen@us.af.mil, patrick.maddox@us.af.mil
(justin.buschagen@us.af.mil, patrick.maddox@us.af.mil)
- Small Business Set-Aside
- N/A
- Description
- C-5 Communication, Navigation, Surveillance/Air Traffic Management (CNS/ATM) Bundle REQUEST FOR INFORMATION (RFI)/Sources Sought PURPOSE The purpose of this RFI/Sources Sought is to identify interested sources. With this notice, the C-5 Galaxy Division Contracting Office (AFLCMC/WLSK), Wright-Patterson AFB, OH, is conducting market research to determine interested sources and estimated costs for conducting Engineering and Manufacturing Development (EMD) work required for multiple CNS/ATM upgrades on the C-5M aircraft. In accordance with FAR 15.201(e), responses to this notice are not offers and cannot be accepted by the Government to form a binding contract. Responders are solely responsible for all expenses associated with responding to this RFI. DESCRIPTION The C-5 CNS/ATM Bundle consists of several avionics modifications to the C-5M Super Galaxy to include: upgrades to the ARC-210 radio, upgrade of legacy voice SATCOM equipment, installation of Automatic Dependent Surveillance-Broadcast Out capability, and upgrade of the Identification Friend or Foe system to Mode 5 Level 2. These modifications are required due to multiple civil and federal mandates required for access to preferred airspace beginning in 2019 and will additionally be used to mediate diminishing manufacturing source of supply issues. It is anticipated that EMD will last 3-4 years and will result in a design and kit for production that utilizes commercial off-the-shelf/non-developmental items to the maximum extent possible. Operational requirements dictate that EMD activities support transition to production by the end of FY18. Note that the Government does not currently possess rights to any of the software or hardware design data that may be required to facilitate the integration effort with the existing computer processing systems. All pertinent existing design data currently resides with the C-5M original equipment manufacturer. RESPONSE Responses shall address: 1. Identification of candidate replacement equipment and data sheets 2. Technical concept of integration approach 3. Overall schedule for EMD 4. Kit proof support 5. Hardware/Software Test Requirements 6. Estimated cost of EMD 7. Ability to accomplish the necessary DO-178B compliant software development for C-5M Interested firms shall also include the following in their response: - Company Name and Address - CAGE Code (if available) - Point of Contact - Size of Business (i.e. Large/Small Business, Small Disadvantaged Business, 8(a) concern, Minority-Owned Business) - U.S. or Foreign Owned Entity - ISO Certification - Export Control Certification (or indicate application date) - Any additional feedback deemed relevant in the developing of this requirement Submit response (along with any supporting documentation) directly to: AFLCMC/WLSK ATTN: Justin Buschagen Justin.Buschagen@us.af.mil CC: Lt Col Patrick Maddox Patrick.Maddox@us.af.mil 2275 D St, Bldg 16 Rm 127 Wright-Patterson AFB OH 45433-7222 Or, respondents may wish to respond to Justin.Buschagen@us.af.mil. PLEASE PROVIDE AN ELECTRONIC COPY OF SUBMITTED INFORMATION TO THE POINT OF CONTACT ABOVE NO LATER THAN 60 DAYS FROM THE POSTING DATE OF THIS DOCUMENT. Responses must also be received in hardcopy no later than 60 days from receipt of this document. Documents must be formatted to 8.5 x 11" paper with type no smaller than 12 point font. The page limitation for this submission is ten (10) pages. DISCLAIMER This RFI is not an offer. This RFI is issued solely for information and planning purposes and does not constitute a solicitation. All information received in response to this RFI that is marked "Proprietary" will be handled accordingly. Responses to the RFI will not be returned. In accordance with FAR 15.201(e), responses to this notice are not offers and cannot be accepted by the Government to form a binding contract. Responders are solely responsible for all expenses associates with responding to this RFI. Questions should be directed to PCO/Contract Specialist via email or call 937-656-9175 directly. ATTENTION: Contractor must be registered with the System for Award Management to be eligible for contact award or payment from any DOD activity. Information on registration and annual confirmation requirements may be obtained via the Internet at http://www.sam.gov. In addition, the Contractor must be registered with US/Canada Joint Certification (approved DD2345)- for more info on applying for certification please visit: http://www.dlis.dla.mil/jcp/
- Web Link
-
FBO.gov Permalink
(https://www.fbo.gov/spg/USAF/AFMC/ASC/FA8625-15-R-6599/listing.html)
- Place of Performance
- Address: AFLCMC/WLS, 2275 D St., Bldg 16, Room 127, Wright-Patterson AFB, Ohio, 45433-7222, United States
- Zip Code: 45433-7222
- Zip Code: 45433-7222
- Record
- SN03508456-W 20140914/140912235217-fab21c82f145530b059e6dd0d802f9da (fbodaily.com)
- Source
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