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N -- EMDAS SOL F42610-96-R-AAAAM POC For copy, Cathie Richardson/Lmke/(801)777-0130, For additional information contact Cathie Richardson/Lmke/(801)777-0130 Expanded Missile Data Analysis System Replacement This announcement solicits requests for participation in an Industry Review of a draft Request For Proposal (RFP) for the Expanded Missile Data Analysis System (EMDAS) Replacement Program. The Performance Assessment Software (PAS) and Electronic Interface Program (EIP) subsystems of the EMDAS will be replaced, and the Inertial Measurement Unit (IMU) Data Processor Unit (IPU) will be modified. All items are embedded parts of the Minuteman ICBM weapon system. PAS is a large Fortran and assembly language program now hosted on HP 1000 minicomputers. PAS-EIP processes ICBM IMU performance data, performing a variety of complex mathematical, statistical, data base management and reporting functions. This effort will require replacement of the equipment at seven sites with commercial off the shelf computers, redevelopment of the software in Ada using object-oriented analysis and design, and conversion of existing data to a relational or object-oriented database management system for use with the new software. The IPU is an embedded computer and modem, located in Minuteman Launch Control Centers, which provides a data interface between the missiles and EMDAS. The IPU must function with the new Rapid Execution and Combat Targeting (REACT) console. The IPU electronic components will be replaced, and the firmware will be re-engineered in Ada. The modified IPU must achieve non-nuclear hardness certification prior to installation in LCCs. Fifty IPUs will be manufactured. This program will be conducted under the new acquisition reforms. Prospective offerors will be furnished a Statement of Objectives, Performance Specifications, and Proposal Preparation Instructions. Documentation of the existing system will be available for inspection. In addition to technical, cost and performance proposals, Offerors will be required to submit a Statement of Work, a Contract Integrated Master Plan, a Contract Integrated Master Schedule, a Contract Work Breakdown Structure, and Contract Data Requirements Lists. Additionally, as this is a software intensive program, source selection will inclde an extensive Software Development Capability Evaluation. Upon contract award, the government will provide the existing data package ''as is'', consisting of software specifications, version description documents and users manuals for PAS and EIP, and prime item specifications for the IPU. The data is known to be deficient in detail and completeness, and is not sufficient, on its own merit, to assure successful contract performance. Likewise, the Performance Specifications to be provided in the RFP are not sufficient on their own merit for the new designs. The contractor will be responsible for providing the technical expertise and relevant experience in lieu of receiving an adequate data package. The successful offeror will have significant experience in software development and support for embedded military data systems, and will have demonstrated experience developing large software programs in Ada using object-oriented analysis and design. Having relevant Minuteman III weapon system knowledge and experience, especially with IMU data, should substantially lower the technical risks with this program. A bidders library will be available for all offerors to review pertinent information when the final RFP package is released. The draft RFP is expected to be available for industry review in January 1996. Participants will be expected to submit their written comments/questions to the Government within 14 days. The Government will review all comments/questions submitted and determine whether they will be incorporated into the final RFP package. There will be no response to individual offerors. The government does not intend to contract on the basis of this announcement. All interested, responsible, qualified contractors should submit a written or fax request to participate in this Industry Review to Cathie Richardson, OO-ALC/LMKE, 6014 Dogwood Ave., Hill AFB, UT 84056-5826, fax number 777-0990, no later than 10 calendar days after publication of this notice. No telephone requests will be accepted. (0349)

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