SOURCES SOUGHT
C -- TH-1H Avionics Suite Engineering Support - Performance Work Statement (PWS)
- Notice Date
- 4/21/2016
- Notice Type
- Sources Sought
- NAICS
- 541330
— Engineering Services
- Contracting Office
- Department of the Air Force, Air Force Materiel Command, PK/PZ - Robins AFB, 215 Page Rd, Robins AFB, Georgia, 31098-1611, United States
- ZIP Code
- 31098-1611
- Solicitation Number
- TH-1H_AvionicsSuite_EngineeringServices
- Point of Contact
- William J. Grun, Phone: 478-926-4430, Marcus R. Green, Phone: 478-926-7272
- E-Mail Address
-
william.grun@us.af.mil, marcus.green.7@us.af.mil
(william.grun@us.af.mil, marcus.green.7@us.af.mil)
- Small Business Set-Aside
- N/A
- Description
- Draft Performance Work Statement (PWS) for the TH-1H Avionics Suite Engineering Support Services effort. Request for Information: TH-1H Avionics Suite Engineering Support This market survey is being conducted to identify potential sources that may be able to provide sustaining engineering support for the Avionics Suite on the United States Air Force (USAF) TH-1H helicopter. The Avionics Suite on the TH-1H helicopter includes aircraft instrument, avionic, communication and navigations systems, and associated electrical and wiring systems. Sole source to L-3 Communications/TCS is anticipated due to the lack of detailed technical data and the lack of government engineering expertise on the current integrated configuration of the existing TH-1H Avionics Suite. This effort will require providing support as directed to the AFLCMC/WIU technical personnel for resolving operational problems and providing technical data for the TH-1H helicopter. Tasks include but are not limited to: routine technical assistance requests, rapid response support requests, tasking requests, task quote requests and any associated tasks required to complete requests. Contractor shall furnish all material, support equipment, tools, test equipment, and services. The contractor is responsible for providing, maintaining, and calibrating all support equipment required at their facility or a subcontractor's facility. Contractor furnished material or parts used for replacement shall equal or exceed the quality of the original material or parts. Contractors/Institutions responding to this market research are placed on notice that participation in this survey may not ensure participation in future solicitations or contract awards. The government will not reimburse participants for any expenses associated with their participation in this survey. In accordance with FAR 52.215-3: a. The Government does not intend to award a contract on the basis of this solicitation or to otherwise pay for the information solicited except as an allowable cost under other contracts as provided in subsection 31.205-18, Bid and proposal costs, of the Federal Acquisition Regulation. b. Although "proposal" and "offeror" are used in this Request for Information, your response will be treated as information only. It shall not be used as a proposal. c. This solicitation is issued for the purpose of market research. INSTRUCTIONS: 1. If, after reviewing these documents, you desire to participate in the market research, you should provide documentation that supports your company's capability in meeting these requirements. Failure to provide documentation may result in the government being unable to adequately assess your capabilities. If you lack sufficient experience in a particular area, please provide details explaining how you would overcome the lack of experience/capabilities in order to perform that portion of the requirement (i.e., teaming, subcontracting, etc.) a. Identify any areas of work that your organization believes should be broken out exclusively for Small Business. 2. Both large and small businesses are encouraged to participate in this Market Research. Joint ventures or teaming arrangements are encouraged. 3. Questions relative to this market survey should be addressed to the PCO William "Joe" Grun, (478) 926-4430, william.grun@us.af.mil.   Request for Information: TH-1H Avionics Suite Engineering Support PURPOSE/DESCRIPTION We are conducting market research to identify potential sources for providing sustaining engineering support for the Glass Cockpit Avionics components as well as the integration of these components in the TH-1H Helicopter. The primary components of the flight instrument system, commonly referred to as the "Avionics Suite", include three Multi-Function Displays (MFDs) and the Engine Data Concentrator Unit (EDCU), which uses Astronautics proprietary software, the Air Data Computers (ADCs), and the Altitude and Heading Reference System (AHRS). The primary components of the Commercial Avionics, Communication and Navigation Systems include the radio receivers, transceivers, a transponder, their control heads, transmitters and associated antennas. Sustaining engineering tasks include providing support as directed to AFLCMC/WIU technical personnel for resolving operational problems and providing technical data for the TH-1H helicopter relating to Glass Cockpit Avionics components as well as the integration of these components in the TH-1H Helicopter. At this time, the Government does not possess the engineering knowledge or expertise of how each of the existing COTS systems in the TH-1H Avionics have been integrated due to lack of access to proprietary Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) data. Additionally, the Government does not possess a detailed Level III Technical Data Package (TDP) for the TH-1H Glass Cockpit avionics suite. CONTRACTOR CAPABILITY SURVEY TH-1H Avionics Suite Engineering Support Part I. Business Information Please provide the following business information for your company/institution and for any teaming or joint venture partners: • Company/Institute Name: • Address: • Point of Contact: • CAGE Code: • Phone Number: • E-mail Address: • Web Page URL: • Size of business pursuant to North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) Code: 541330 Based on the above NAICS Code, state whether your company is: • Small Business (Yes / No) • If not a small business, does your business have an existing small business subcontracting plan? (Yes/No) • Woman Owned Small Business (Yes / No) • Small Disadvantaged Business (Yes / No) • 8(a) Certified (Yes / No) • HUBZone Certified (Yes / No) • Veteran Owned Small Business (Yes / No) • Service Disabled Veteran Small Business (Yes / No) • System for Award Management (SAM) • ISO 9001:2008 certification (Yes / No) • A statement as to whether your company is domestically or foreign owned (if foreign, please indicate the country of ownership). Written responses, no facsimiles or e-mails please, must be received no later than close of business May 6, 2016. Please mail two (2) copies of your response to: AFLCMC/WIUKB Attn: William Grun 235 Byron Street, Suite 19A Robins AFB GA 31098-1600 Questions relative to this market research should be addressed to William "Joe" Grun, (478) 926-4430, william.grun@us.af.mil. Part II. Capability Survey Questions A. General Capability Questions: 1. Describe briefly the capabilities of your facility and the nature of the goods and/or services you provide. Include a description of your staff composition and management structure. 2. Describe your company's past experience on previous projects similar in complexity to this requirement. Include contract numbers, a brief description of the work performed, period of performance, agency/organization supported, and individual point of contact (Contracting Officer or Program Manager). 3. Describe your company's capabilities and experience in generating technical data, engineering drawings and manuals. Identify what software programs are utilized to generate these data products and what formats are available for delivered items. 4. Are there specific requirements in the documentation that we provide that would currently preclude your service from being a viable solution to our requirement? 5. What experience do you have in providing engineering support for TH-1H Avionics Suite for rotary wing aircraft? B. Commerciality Questions: 1. Is there established catalog or market prices for our requirement? 2. If you offer this product and/or service to both U.S. Government and commercial sources, is the same workforce used for both the U.S. Government and the general public? 3. Is our requirement offered to both under similar terms and conditions? Briefly describe any differences. 4. Describe your standard warranty and return process for goods and services furnished to the government for similar items in nature to this requirement. C. Engineering Services Questions: 1. Describe your experience in performing engineering services in support of the Glass Cockpit for rotary wing aircraft. 2. Describe your capabilities and experience in integrating multiple COTS components into an aircraft's avionics suite, including subcontractor involvement. Include any experience in project planning, work breakdown structures, resource allocations, schedule tracking, risk analysis and cost management. 3. Demonstrate your ability and experience for the same or similar services, which are currently provided in the commercial and/or military environment by providing the following information on the same or similar items: a. Contract Number b. Procuring Agency c. Contract Value d. Services Provided 4. Discuss your process for addressing any fit, form, and or function issues that may arise out of the requirements of this effort. 5. How will your organization address the absence of drawings, specifications, technical data, test procedures, etc.
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- Place of Performance
- Address: Robins AFB, Georgia, 31098, United States
- Zip Code: 31098
- Zip Code: 31098
- Record
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