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This is a Sources Sought Notification (SSN) only, as defined in FAR 15.201(e). It does not constitute a Request for Proposal (RFP) or a promise to issue an RFP in the future. All interested parties ar... This is a Sources Sought Notification (SSN) only, as defined in FAR 15.201(e). It does not constitute a Request for Proposal (RFP) or a promise to issue an RFP in the future. All interested parties are encouraged to respond to this SSN. Responses to this notice shall not be construed as offers and cannot be accepted by the government to form a binding contract. The U.S. government will not pay for any information or administrative cost incurred in response to this SSN. All costs associated with responding to this SSN will be solely at the expense of the interested party. Not responding to this SSN will not preclude participation in any future RFP if issued. The Government is conducting market research for the Unmanned Aircraft Systems International Program Office (IPO), Redstone Arsenal, Alabama to identify and determine potential sources to support the Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems (SUAS) Foreign Military Sales requirements for acquisition of RQ-20B systems. This SSN is issued for the purpose of conducting market research which will be used to formulate an acquisition strategy. There is no solicitation package available at this time. This SSN allows potential contractors to submit a non-binding statement of interest and documentation demonstrating their corporate capabilities, size and social economic characterization IAW NAICS 336411 SBA size standards and suggestions that will allow the government to refine its potential acquisition course of action for this effort. The information provided herein is subject to change and in no way binds the government to solicit for or award a competitive contract. BACKGROUND The PumaTM (RQ-20B) SUAS is managed by the TUAS PdO, Redstone Arsenal, Alabama. The RQ-20B is a Reconnaissance, Surveillance, Targeting, and Acquisition, (RSTA) system that transmits live airborne video images, compass headings and location information to a Ground Control Station (GCS) and to a Laptop Computer. This capability enables operators to navigate, search for targets, recognize terrain, and record all information for analysis. A system generally consists of the following basic components: Unmanned Aircraft (UAs); Ground Control Station (GCS); Electro-Optic/Infrared (EO/IR) Payloads; RSTA Computer Kit and Field Repair Kit. An Initial Spares Package (ISP) is included for operation and support of the basic system components. REQUIREMENTS SCOPE The Natick Contracting Division, on behalf of the IPO, is seeking qualified business candidates that can provide 8 each RQ-20B systems to support the full spectrum of TUAS for current Warfighter needs to include training, engineering support and system sustainment along with two additional RSTA Computer Kits and eight (8) Puma Tactical Launchers. Potential vendors must have the capability to provide the systems that are equal to the RQ-20B. Equal is defined as: "Must meet or exceed the Form, Fit and Function and the attached salient characteristics of the RQ-20B". NAICS CODE AND SIZE STANDARD The NAICS Code for this effort is 336411 with a SBA size standard of 1500 People. TYPE OF CONTRACT A decision as to the type of contract and competition will result from an analysis of this SSN. SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS Written responses to this SSN are requested to be no more than 10 single-spaced, 8.5 x 11 inch pages using 12 point Times New Roman font minimum. If the material provided contains proprietary information, please mark accordingly and provide disposition instructions (submitted data will not be returned). Classified material shall not be submitted. The response should include the following: 1. A company profile to include size determination IAW SBA business size classification (i.e. Other Than Small; Small; Small Disadvantaged; Veteran Owned; Service Disabled, Veteran Owned; or HUBZone), number of employees, Cage Code, DUNS number, major products, primary customer base, statement on whether your interest in this sources sought is for the purpose of becoming the prime offeror or to inquire about subcontracting possibilities, and points of contact who are able to discuss the material submitted. Companies should indicate whether they are a manufacturer or non-manufacturer, based on the regulation contained in FAR 19.102(f). 2. A description of your company's past experience and performance on similar contracts. 3. A summary of your company's capability and approach to meet this commercial requirement. In addition, provide feedback on any of the Government's objectives which may unnecessarily drive schedule and/or cost. Indicate how those objectives may be tailored to improve schedule or reduce cost. 4. Provide a clear and concise delineation of capabilities and technical description of how their solutions address a capability area and enabling technologies therein. 5. Identify intellectual property and data rights; as well as, the availability of all software and hardware components. 6. Assess the maturity and interoperability of the solution, citing any open architectures, and interoperability standards employed. 7. Summarize the current application of the technology, if it has been recently fielded or demonstrated, and associate programs and/or sponsors. 8. Any other information your company deems necessary to aid the Government in refining its acquisition strategy and assessing your company's capability. Respondents are urged to limit marketing material in order to provide more substantive information in their response. The government will not review any pages beyond the limits stated or information including appendices, marketing brochures, catalogs, videos, etc. The government will evaluate the responses to help identify interest and the ability of the vendor community to provide support in the areas outlined in this SSN. Information received in response to this notice will not be duplicated or used for any purposes other than those stated in this notice. 9. All responses should be received no later than 15:00 Eastern Standard Time. Formats should be viewable in Microsoft Word ® or Adobe Reader ®. No telephonic discussions will be held. Limited questions and comments will be entertained, and must be in writing via email. The government maintains Government Purposed Data Rights; therefore it will not be able to provide data to interested sources for the SSN. All interested offerors must be registered on SAM.GOV under the NAICS specified in this SSN to be eligible for award of government contracts. EMAIL IS THE PREFERRED METHOD FOR SUBMITTING RESPONSES TO THIS SSN. Submit responses to the following: Point of Contact: Brandon Rivett Brandon.j.rivett.civ@mail.mil Contracting Office Address: ACC-APG-NCD General Green Ave. Natick, MA 01