Munitions Contracting Division (AFRL/MNK), Building 13, 101 West Eglin Boulevard, Suite 337, Eglin AFB, FL 32542-6810

A -- FAST REACTION WEAPONS DEMONSTRATION SOL MNK-99-004 POC Linda Weisz, Contract Specialist, *850) 882-4292, ext. 3206 E-MAIL: Linda Weisz, Contract Specialist; John Wolverton,, weisz@eglin.af.mil">weisz@eglin.af.mil;Wolverton@eglin.af.mil. The Air Force Research Laboratory Munitions Directorate (AFRL/MN) is seeking sources to implement a research and development program for Fast Reaction Weapons Demonstration (FRWD). We are requesting information packages from potential sources on hypersonic dispensing technology suitable for small munition systems. The objective of the FRWD program is to demonstrate advanced hypersonic dispensing technology associated with the low cost and efficient carriage and ejection of future smart miniature munitions from hypersonic airframes. Future smart miniature munitions include, but are not limited to Miniature Munition Technology Demonstration (MMTD), Brilliant Antiarmor Submunition (BAT) or Low Cost Autonomous Attack System (LOCAAS) Laboratory Munition concepts. The period of performance for this effort is anticipated to be approximately thirty-two (32) months. Firms having applicable background, interest and capability may submit particulars, in accordance with Numbered Note 25, within fifteen (15) days from date of release of this synopisi to AFRL/MNK, Attn.: Linda Weisz, 101 West Eglin Blvd. Suite 337, Eglin AFB FL 32542-6810. Firms will be evaluated on their experience, personnel, and facilities. Respondents to this notice will not be notified of the results of the evaluation of information submitted. This synopsis is for information and planning purposes only. It does not constitute an IFB or RFP, and is not to be construed as a commitment by the Government. Firms responding to this synopsis should state whether they are or are not a small business concern or a small disadvantaged business concern as defined in FAR 52.219-1 for SIC Code 8731, 500 people. The Air Force reserves the right to consider a small business set-aside based on responses hereto. It is anticipated that a Program Research and Development Announcement (PRDA) in accordance with AFMC FARS5335.90 will be issued for this requirement. An Ombudsman has been established for this acquisition. The only purpose of the Ombudsman is to receive andcommunicate serious concerns from potential offerors when an offeror prefers not to use established channels to communicate his concern during the proposal development phase of this acquisition. All potential offerors should establish channels to voice concerns before resorting to the use of the Ombudsman. When requested, the Ombudsman will maintain strict confidentiality as to the source of the concern. The Ombudsman does not participate in the evaluation of proposals or in the selection decision. The Ombudsman should only be contacted with issues or problems that have been previously brought to the attention of the contracting officer and could not be satisfactorily resolved at that level. Potential offerors are invited to contact ASC Eglin's Ombudsman, LtCol Gary L. Libell, AFRL/MNK, 101 West Eglin Blvd., Suite 337, Eglin AFB, FL 32542-6810 at (850) 882-2872 with serious concerns only. Routine communication concerning this acquisition should be directed to the points of contact listed below: Direct requests for information concerning technical aspects to John F. Wolverton, AFRL/MNAV, Eglin AFB FL 32542-6810, (850) 882-8876, ext. 3373; for contractual information, contact Linda Weisz, Contract Specialist, AFRL/MNK, at (850) 882-4294, ext. 3206. Posted 12/01/98 (W-SN275746). (0335)

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