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This synopsis is being posted to the SAM.gov Contract Opportunities page located at https://sam.gov/content/home. It is understood that this is the Government’s single point of entry for posting of sy... This synopsis is being posted to the SAM.gov Contract Opportunities page located at https://sam.gov/content/home. It is understood that this is the Government’s single point of entry for posting of synopses and solicitations to the Internet. The Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division (NSWCDD) intends to solicit and negotiate a sole source, cost-plus-fixed-fee (CPFF)/firm-fixed-price (FFP), indefinite-delivery indefinite-quantity (IDIQ) contract with Cobham Advanced Electronic Solutions, located in Lansdale, PA, to obtain (1) repair, maintenance, upgrade, and evaluation services, and (2) replacement and spare parts for the multiple Roll Pitch Stabilized Antenna Systems (RPSAS) in support of the Scout Master program. Cobham developed and delivered the platform-installed RPSAS systems, which were procured under a Naval Research Laboratory contract, N00173-14-D-2007 that was competitively awarded. Cobham does not have any authorized or responsible parties that repair its RPSAS systems, and NSWCDD engineers do not have the proprietary knowledge or expertise to work on the systems without direct assistance from the original equipment manufacturer (OEM) and without risk of damaging to systems. Each RPSAS delivery features a common pedestal, positioner, and control assembly, and a unique array of antenna apertures that are aligned and balanced on a specialized support structure. The control circuitry is designed to compensate for high sea-state while meeting strict slew rate and position pointing requirements. The servo controller units (SCUs) are designed to be interoperable between pedestal positions based on unique configuration files, and operates with existing, Government-owned command and control (C2) software. The system electronics were designed, modified, and tested in accordance with strict electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) guidelines to ensure low conducted and radiated emissions, which could be harmful to nearby sensors and equipment. Cobham is the only entity that has the highly specialized technical knowledge base to provide upgrades and repairs to existing fielded systems. This requirement will be solicited in accordance with the authority of 10 U.S.C. 2304(c)(1) and FAR Part 6.302-1(a) (2) (iii), “Only One Responsible Source and No Other Type of Supplies or Services Will Satisfy Agency Requirements” for the procurement of support for multiple (RPSAS). Only Cobham has the specialized knowledge and expertise to support this effort. However, responsible interested parties may submit a proposal which identifies their interest and capability. This notice is NOT a request for competitive proposals. A determination by the Government not to compete the proposed requirement based upon responses to this notice is solely within the discretion of the Government. Firms interested in subcontracting opportunities should contact Cobham directly. It is anticipated that the solicitation will be issued on or around 3 December 2021 and will be open for approximately 56 days. The anticipated award date is 28 September 2022. This notice is a synopsis and does not constitute a Request for Proposal (RFP) and it is not a commitment by the U.S. Navy to procure the subject services. The Government will not pay for any information received. Phone call responses will not be accepted. All questions are to be submitted via e-mail to the Contract Specialist Patricia Woodhouse, patricia.l.woodhouse@navy.mil, and the Contracting Officer Amy Richards, amy.t.richards@navy.mil, with e-mail title to include “H11 Support for RPSAS - N00178-21-R-4414” in subject line.

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The Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division (NSWCDD) intends to issue a solicitation for a sole source, Cost Plus Fixed Fee (CPFF) and Firm Fixed Price (FFP), Indefinite-Delivery, Indefinite-Qu... The Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division (NSWCDD) intends to issue a solicitation for a sole source, Cost Plus Fixed Fee (CPFF) and Firm Fixed Price (FFP), Indefinite-Delivery, Indefinite-Quantity (IDIQ) contract to Cobham Advanced Electronic Solutions, located in Lansdale, PA. Cobham Advanced Electronic Solutions will provide repair, maintenance, reset, upgrade, training, and engineering and logistics support for multiple Roll Pitch Stabilized Antenna Systems (RPSAS). This effort will also provide hardware, including spare and repair parts. Cobham Advanced Electronic Solutions is the only authorized organization to perform repairs and upgrades to current systems. Cobham Advanced Electronic Solutions has developed and currently maintains the specialized equipment and infrastructure necessary to ensure quality manufacture, repair, and test of the RPSAS component assemblies. There are also no other authorized vendors that sell, repair, or provide spare parts for the RPSAS. In addition, Cobham is the only entity that has the highly specialized technical knowledge-base to provide upgrades and repairs to the existing fielded equipment and software/firmware. Access to the draft statement of work (SOW) attached to this Notice is restricted; only Authorized Parties will be able to access the SOW. To get access to the Authorized Parties List Contractors must submit form DD 2345 to SAM.gov. This requirement will be solicited in accordance with the authority of 10 U.S.C. 2304(c) (1) and FAR Part 6.302-1(a) (2) (iii), "Only One Responsible Source." Only Cobham Advanced Electronic Solutions has the specialized knowledge and expertise to support this effort. Specifically, Cobham Advanced Electronic Solutions is the only authorized organization to perform repairs and upgrades to current systems. The contract will be for repair, maintenance, reset, upgrade, training, and engineering and logistics support. Responsible sources may identify their interest and capability, which will be considered by the Government. This notice is NOT a request for competitive proposals. A determination by the Government not to compete the proposed requirement based upon responses to this Notice is solely within the discretion of the Government. Information received will normally be considered solely for the purpose of determining whether to conduct a competitive procurement. Firms interested in subcontracting opportunities should contact Cobham Advanced Electronic Solutions directly. It is anticipated that the solicitation will be issued on or around 3 December 2021 and will be open for at least 30 days. Contract award is anticipated approximately around 28 September 2022. Capability Statements: In an effort to determine market interest, capable businesses are invited to submit capability statements by the date indicated in this announcement. Capability statements shall not exceed 10 pages, not including resume summaries (if applicable) and shall include the following items: (1) A company profile including CAGE Code and DUNS number and a statement regarding current Small Business status (including all applicable categories of Small Business: Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business, HUBZone, 8(a), Woman-Owned Small Business, Economically Disadvantaged Woman-Owned Small Business (EDWOSB), Veteran-Owned Small Business, or Small Disadvantaged Business); (2) A complete description of the Offeror's capabilities, related experience, facilities, techniques or unique combinations of these factors that clearly relate to the Government's specific needs for this requirement as identified above or as specified in the SOW (if applicable); (3) A description of the Offeror's ability to meet each of the mandatory requirements; (4) A summary of specific past performance on same or similar size and scope of work performed by the Offeror as a Prime Contractor within the past five (5) years, including a description of the services provided, the dollar value of the effort, and the contract number; (5) Interested Offeror(s) shall identify any potential “similarly situated entity” arrangements being considered. A “similarly situated entity” means a first-tier subcontractor, including an independent contractor, which has the same small business program status as that which qualified the prime contractor for the award and that is considered small for the NAICS code the prime contractor assigned to the subcontract the subcontractor will perform. If “similarly situated entity” subcontracting is contemplated, the capability statement shall contain detailed information concerning the planned “similarly situated entity” subcontracting/consulting arrangement(s) (including proposed work share, DUNS number(s), and all applicable categories of Small Business status) to assure the Government that the limitations of FAR 52.219-14, Limitations of Subcontracting (DEVIATION 2019-O0003), can be met for each contract period. The limitations identified in the aforementioned clause require the Offeror/Contractor to agree that in the performance of the resultant contract it will not pay more than 50 percent of the amount paid by the Government for contract performance to subcontractors that are not similarly situated entities. Any work that a similarly situated entity further subcontracts will count toward the 50 percent subcontract amount that cannot be exceeded. General statements, not supported by the specific information requested above, will not be considered responsive. Questions or clarifications: All questions are to be submitted via e-mail to the Contract Specialist at patricia.l.woodhouse@navy.mil and the Contracting Officer at amy.t.richards@navy.mil with e-mail title to include: "Capability Statement RPSAS Support - N00178-21-R-4414 " in subject line. Capability Statements shall be provided by e-mail to patricia.l.woodhouse@navy.mil and amy.t.richards@navy.mil no later than 1600 EDT on 29 June 2021. Capability Statements received after that time may not be considered for purposes of the subsequent Request for Proposal. Electronic responses must be in Microsoft Word® or Adobe Acrobat® formats and the font size shall not be smaller than 10 point. NOTE: This Sources Sought is issued for the purpose of determining market interest, feasibility, and capability of sources and does not constitute an Invitation for Bids (IFB), a Request for Proposals (RFP), a Request for Quotes (RFQ), or an indication that the Government will contract for any of the items and/or services contained in this notice. Point of Contact is Patricia Woodhouse, patricia.l.woodhouse@navy.mil, 540-284-7094.