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Fuel Signal Controller (FSC) Test Bench Fabrication and Qualification Effort 1.0 DESCRIPTION THIS IS A REQUEST FOR INFORMATION (RFI) ONLY. THIS RFI IS ISSUED SOLELY FOR INFORMATION AND PLANNING PURPOS... Fuel Signal Controller (FSC) Test Bench Fabrication and Qualification Effort 1.0 DESCRIPTION THIS IS A REQUEST FOR INFORMATION (RFI) ONLY. THIS RFI IS ISSUED SOLELY FOR INFORMATION AND PLANNING PURPOSES – IT DOES NOT CONSTITUTE A REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL (RFP) OR A PROMISE TO ISSUE A RFP IN THE FUTURE. THIS REQUEST FOR INFORMATION DOES NOT COMMIT THE GOVERNMENT TO AWARD A CONTRACT AS A RESULT OF THIS ANNOUNCEMENT. FURTHER, THE NAVY IS NOT AT THIS TIME SEEKING PROPOSALS AND WILL NOT ACCEPT UNSOLICITED PROPOSALS. RESPONDENTS ARE ADVISED THAT THE GOVERNMENT WILL NOT PAY FOR ANY INFORMATION OR ADMINISTRATIVE COSTS INCURRED IN RESPONSE TO THIS RFI. ALL COSTS ASSOCIATED WITH RESPONDING TO THIS RFI WILL BE SOLELY AT THE EXPENSE OF THE INTERESTED PARTY. NOT RESPONDING TO THIS RFI DOES NOT PRECLUDE PARTICIPATION IN ANY FUTURE RFP, IF ISSUED. IF A SOLICITATION IS RELEASED, IT WILL BE SYNOPSIZED ON THE SAM.GOV WEBSITE. IT IS THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE POTENTIAL OFFEROR(S) TO MONITOR THIS WEBSITE FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION PERTAINING TO THIS REQUIREMENT. INFORMATION PROVIDED HEREIN IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE AND IN NO WAY BINDS THE GOVERNMENT TO SOLICIT OR AWARD A CONTRACT. 2.0 PURPOSE The Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR) in support of the H-1 Program Activity (PMA-276) may procure non-recurring engineering for fabrication and qualification of a new Fuel Signal Conditioner (FSC) test bench to replace the current obsolete test bench and support FSC production verification and repair test. The FSC test bench will support production, repair and maintenance of FSCs for the H-1 program. 3.0 REQUESTED INFORMATION Responsible sources may submit a Letter of Intent (LOI) and a concept summary, which contains a detailed description of the effort(s) described in paragraph 2.0. Prospective offerors should explain how they are able to work with the Government and the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) to integrate the aforementioned efforts into the H-1 Program. Provide a teaming agreement signed by the OEM indicating partnership, or a subcontracting relationship, to obtain the necessary technical data for the proposed modification including licenses and software. Demonstrate that your company currently possesses or has authorized access to the necessary technical data, or has a viable plan to obtain, generate, or otherwise secure authorized access to the necessary technical data, and that it will be maintained throughout the duration of the effort being solicited. Highlight unique data generation techniques used by your company, and areas where modifications can be performed without technical data provided by the Government or OEM. Demonstrate examples where your company has generated similar technical data to modify aircraft of this type and scale. Each concept summary should address how the proposed efforts meet the following requirements: 1. Description of the specific effort described in paragraph 2.0 with a listing of applicable FAR/DFARS clauses In addition, the interested party should have or had a working relationship with the H-1 FSC Test Bench OEM (BAE Systems Controls). 4.0 RESPONSES Data Markings. In order to complete its review, NAVAIR must be able to share an interested respondent’s information both within the Government and with covered Government support contractors as defined in DFARS clause 252.227-7013 RIGHTS IN TECHNICAL DATA—OTHER THAN COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS AND COMMERCIAL SERVICES (MAR 2023). Any responses marked in a manner that will not permit such review may be returned without being assessed or considered. All submissions (both the Letter of Intent (LOI) and the full response) must include a statement which clearly allows for the information to be disclosed with covered Government support contractors. The Government will not reimburse any costs incurred to prepare responses to this notice. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). If the respondent is a foreign concern or if a US respondent has a team member or partner who is a foreign entity, adherence to all ITAR regulations is required. Full Response Submissions. Full response submissions to the above requested supporting unclassified data must be received no later than 4:00 PM EDT 10/9/2024 to Emily Wallace at Emily.r.wallace9.civ@us.navy.mil or to the following address: NAVAL AIR SYSTEMS COMMAND ATTN: EMILY WALLACE (V2.3.3.2.13) 48202 BRONSON ROAD BLDG 2805 2ND FLR PATUXENT RIVER MD 20670 It is requested that the response, regardless of its classification level have a page limit of 20 pages and must be in English. Any unclassified questions regarding this RFI can be directed to Emily Wallace (emily.r.wallace9.civ@us.navy.mil).