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Notice ID:N00024-22-R-2330
Title: Variable Depth Sonar (VDS) System DESCRIPTION: This notice is a Request for Information (RFI) as defined in FAR 15.201(e). The Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA) is conducting market research t...
Title: Variable Depth Sonar (VDS) System DESCRIPTION: This notice is a Request for Information (RFI) as defined in FAR 15.201(e). The Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA) is conducting market research to identify potential sources of a mature, fielded, and proven Variable Depth Sonar (VDS) System that possesses the capability to accomplish guided missile frigate (FFG) Anti-Submarine Warfare (ASW) mission requirements. The CONSTELLATION-class guided missile frigate (FFG 62) is a highly capable and survivable multi-mission ship designed for operations in blue water and littoral environments. The FFG 62 class requires a VDS System that can operate in challenging environments with the capability to detect, locate, and identify a broad range of submarines, unmanned underwater vehicles, and other underwater objects. SCOPE The U.S Navy is looking for information on alternative VDS solutions that meet the requirements of this RFI. In particular, the goal of this RFI is to gather information on alternative proven VDS Systems that can meet the In-Yard Need Date (IYND) of November 2023 for inline installation on the FFG 62 at the shipbuilder facility and have achieved Technology Readiness Level (TRL) 9 or equivalent. In particular, this includes systems with proven reliable performance that have been demonstrated successfully in an operational environment. SUBMISSION INSTRUCTIONS NAVSEA invites all interested potential sources, including small business concerns, to submit written information sufficient to demonstrate the respondent's ability to fulfill the requirements. Qualified firms must demonstrate that they possess the requisite facilities, equipment, and capabilities to perform the work. Please note that a minimum US facility security clearance level of SECRET is required prior to award of a contract, if any, for this requirement. Responses must be submitted via email to the points of contact listed in this notice, and must be received no later than February 14, 2022, 5:00 PM Eastern Standard Time. Please ensure that the subject line of any emails containing responses or questions related to this notice include the name of your firm and "Variable Depth Sonar System RFI Response" (without quotations marks). Please limit responses to a maximum of ten (10) pages in length, excluding the cover page, with a minimum font size of 10 points. All information received bearing proprietary markings will be handled in accordance with applicable statutes and regulations. Responses to this notice will not be returned. An acknowledgement of receipt will be provided for all responses received. If you do not receive an acknowledgement within two working days, please notify the points of contacts listed in this notice. Responses to this notice must include the following: COVER PAGE Include a cover page containing the following information: a. Proposed Solicitation number for this notice (N00024-22-R-2330) b. Company Name c. Mailing address and physical address (if different) d. DUNS number e. CAGE code f. Business size status (based on NAICS code 334511) g. Type of small business (if applicable) h. Name, position, email address, and phone number of point(s) of contact COMPANY INFORMATION a. Provide number of employees employed by company, and annual revenue/receipts for the three most recently completed company fiscal years. b. Identify contracts within the last five years with similar scope and provide a brief overview of company responsibilities under the contract. REQUIRED CAPABILITIES: 1. Provide an overview of your company's experience and capabilities in providing a mature, fielded, and proven VDS System. 2. Discuss the typical production lead time for the VDS System and any other factors contributing to the production timeline. Discuss the feasibility of meeting an IYND of November 2023 for installation of the VDS System aboard FFG 62 and identify major challenges that impact schedule. 3. Provide general arrangement drawings of the VDS System with handling gear in the deployed and stowed configuration. 4. Provide environmental operational capability documentation that includes the proven range of operational speed, ability to perform during ship maneuvering, and operational sea state based on the NATO Sea State Table. 5. Provide a discussion of the operationally proven reliability and maintainability of the VDS system. 6. Provide the shock grade ratings associated with the VDS System with handling gear in the stowed and deployed positions. 7. Provide the weight, power, and environmental requirements for the VDS System when installed shipboard. 8. Provide any unclassified documentation that demonstrates your system has achieved a TRL 9 or equivalent. 9. Describe the level of integration the VDS system has achieved with the SQQ-89. 10. Provide the number of fielded VDS systems in operation. 11. Identify the vessels that field the VDS System. 12. Describe the status and capacity capabilities of the VDS System production line. DISCLAIMER This notice is not a request for proposals. Per FAR 15.201(e), responses to this notice do not constitute offers and cannot be accepted by the Government to form a binding contract. This notice is issued solely for information and planning purposes and does not constitute a solicitation or obligation on the part of the Government. The Government makes no representations that a solicitation for the requirements described in this notice will be issued. Respondents are wholly responsible for any costs or expenses associated with submitting a response. No reimbursement will be made for any costs associated with providing information in response to this notice or any further requests for information relating to a response. Respondents will not be notified of the results of this notice. The information obtained from submitted responses may be used by the Government in the development of a procurement strategy. Respondents should properly mark any materials submitted with the appropriate restrictive markings. Information that is proprietary or competition-sensitive may be protected from disclosure under the public records statutes only if properly labeled as such. Primary Point of Contact: Brian Blasser Contracting Officer brian.w.blasser.civ@us.navy.mil Phone: 202-781-4886 Secondary Point of Contact: Devon Peck Contract Specialist devon.l.peck.civ@us.navy.mil Phone: 202-781-0462 Contracting Office Address: SEA 02 1333 Isaac Hull Avenue SE Washington Navy Yard, District of Columbia 20376 United States
