Commander, Naval Sea Systems Command, SEA 02411, 2531 Jefferson Davis Hwy, Arlington, VA 22242-5160

59 -- AN/STC-2(V) INTEGRATED VOICE COMMUNICATIONS SYSTEM POC Rob Flowers, Contract Specialist, (703) 602-8200 The Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA) intends to issue a request t for proposal for three (3) FY98 and three (3) FY99 AN/STC-2(V) Integrated Voice Communication Systems (IVCS) for the ARLIEGH BURKE DDG 51 CLASS AEGIS DESTROYERS, with an option in both fiscal years for one (1) additional system, to Lockheed Martin Communications Systems, 1 Federal St, Camden, NJ 08102. The AN/STC-2(V) IVCS is a processor controlled militarized voice communications system that is capable of providing reliable, survivable interior voice communication service in Navy combatant ships. The systems will be delivered from February 2000 through December 2001. Lockheed Martin Communications Systems is the only firm that currently possesses the requisite knowledge and experience to provide the needed effort and supplies within the required timeframe. No other source has the technical qualifications and the necessary resources to perform the work described herein, nor will any other supplies or services satisfy the Navy's requirements. All responsible sources may submit a bid, proposal, or quotation which shall be considered by the Naval Sea Systems Command. "Production Requirements -- The production of the supplies listed requires a substantial initial investment or an extended period of preparation for manufacture." (See Numbered Note 22) (0184)

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