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NOTE: THIS IS A REPOSTING OF THE ORIGINAL SOURCES SOUGHT NOTICE THAT OCCURRED ON AUGUST 1, 2018. This notice is being published in accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulation Part 5.101 requiring t... NOTE: THIS IS A REPOSTING OF THE ORIGINAL SOURCES SOUGHT NOTICE THAT OCCURRED ON AUGUST 1, 2018. This notice is being published in accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulation Part 5.101 requiring the dissemination of information for proposed contract actions. This is a request for information notice to identify capable sources to fulfill the below described requirements. Description The Missile Defense Agency's (MDA) Targets and Countermeasures (TC) Directorate is conducting market research through this Request for Information (RFI) to determine interest and capability in providing some or all of the Target System Requirements Areas described below. The requirements include design, development, and production of re-entry vehicles for target solutions. In addition, the requirements include production, missionization, and test execution of Launch Vehicles for target solutions in multiple classes: the Medium Range Ballistic Missile (MRBM) class (between 1000 - 3000 km), the Intermediate Range Ballistic Missile (IRBM) class (between 3000 - 5500 km), and the Intercontinental Ballistic Missile (ICBM) class (greater than 5500 km). No Technical Data Package will be provided. The intent is to determine industry's ability and interest in providing innovative and efficient approaches to meet the requirements documented in this package. MDA will utilize responses received to develop acquisition strategy alternatives that may include competing all or portions of future work. Target System Major Requirement Area Descriptions: 1. Launch Vehicle Production Address ability to produce launch vehicles (boost stack) capable of the following required ranges: o MRBM class (between 1000 - 3000 km) o IRBM class (between 3000 - 5500 km) o ICBM class (greater than 5500 km) 2. Re-Entry Vehicle Design, Development and Production Address ability to develop re-entry vehicles (payload) of varying complexity (simple to complex) and ability to deploy countermeasures Address capability to provide target hit detection system Address capability to provide rapid response for developing/adapting vehicles to meet new system requirements, such as: o Launch/aim point/apogee change o Signature modifications on target objects o Countermeasure deployment timing, spacing and dynamics 3. Integration, Missionization and Test Execution Address capability to provide overall vehicle integration and missionization Address capability to provide technical support for analysis of flight vehicles, for mission planning, and for execution of test operations Address the ability to generate detailed test plans, drawings, and related documentation to support launch missions Address capability to conduct pre/post-mission data reduction, analyze flight data and provide input to the Government for reports on target performance, and cover both ballistic trajectory and target systems function Address the ability of conducting range safety analysis and simulations in support of test operations; such as: o Monte Carlo trajectory sets o Infrared/Radio Frequency signatures of target object o Payload, booster, launch vehicle, and other predictive models Test Infrastructure and Execution Considerations: Address ability to execute target launches from ground or mobile launch locations (e.g. air, sea platform, etc.) both within the continental United States, such as Kodiak, Alaska; or White Sands Missile Range, New Mexico; or more remote locations, such as Wake Island, US Minor Islands; or Kwajalein Atoll, Republic of the Marshall Islands. o ICBM targets must be capable of being able to launch using existing facilities including the Pacific Spaceport Complex - Alaska at Kodiak, and from Meck Island in the Kwajalein Atoll If required, contractor provided infrastructure may be utilized (any modifications to existing facilities require prior government approval) o Air-Launch targets must be able to stage at varied Forward Staging Areas including Joint Base Pearl Harbor Hickam, Andersen Air Force Base (AFB) in Guam, Elmendorf AFB, and Wake Island o Air-Launch targets must be compliant with all applicable USAF regulations and not use 1.1 explosive-rated motors (use of 1.1 rated explosive (not greater than 5 lbs) for the purposes of motor igniters, separation mechanisms etc. allowed with prior government approval) o Sea-launch targets must be compliant with all applicable maritime regulations Address Air Launch capabilities: o Target and any associated Target Support Equipment must not require any permanent modifications to host aircraft o All targets must be in a safe configuration at all times while carried aboard the host aircraft. Air-Launch targets must not be fully armed until a safe distance from that aircraft. o Targets carried aboard host aircraft must not be susceptible to external electronic emissions that could cause the target to become unsafe o For air-launch targets, mandatory data links shall be required inside of drop minus 3 minutes. Voice will continue to be mandatory. o Airborne launch equipment and target emissions must not interfere with any host aircraft operation Any assertions regarding scalability of the target design to achieve greater performance must be fully explained and backed by analysis and test results Targets must be able to meet requirements supporting Autonomous Flight Safety Systems (AFSS). RCC 319-14 identifies AFSS requirements Address Government Infrastructure issues: o The target telemetry must be compatible with existing government infrastructure. Existing government infrastructure will be used to support receiving/displaying of target health and status during mission execution. o Any contractor provided launch equipment must be compatible with existing government infrastructure. No permanent modifications to existing government infrastructure will be allowed. Any temporary modifications to existing government infrastructure must be approved by the Government prior to implementation. Target Performance Considerations: Provide launch vehicle capability in parametric terms: o Velocity vs. Range o Altitude vs. Range For the following Target Trajectories: o MRBM and IRBM may be air launched from Air Force provided C-17 aircraft o Minimum energy trajectory for reference MRBM maximum ground range of 1,350km (air or ground launch) o Minimum energy trajectory for reference IRBM maximum ground range of 4,400km (air or ground launch) o Minimum energy trajectory for reference ICBM maximum ground range of 7,500km (ground launch) Using the following assumptions: o Utilization of existing, commercially available solid rocket motors that require minimal development to support integration of launch vehicle and Government Furnished Equipment provided payload Demonstrate that the proposed target solution complies with U.S. arms control treaties and policies and address any potential treaty risks and risk avoidance or mitigation References A) Common Payload ICD B) RCC 319-14 C) SMC-016 Instructions for Submissions: Respondents to this RFI may delivery unclassified submissions via email to: joshua.kachelman@mda.mil or by US Mail to: Missile Defense Agency Attn: Mr. Joshua Kachelman, Contracting Officer Building 5222 Martin Road Redstone Arsenal, Alabama 35898 If respondents wish to deliver submissions containing classified "SECRET" or above, contact the Government POC for instructions. Respondents to this RFI are invited to prepare and submit, no later than August 22, 2018, the following: 1. Executive Summary (not to exceed 5 pages or slides, excluding 1.d. below) that includes: a. A summary matrix indicating interest in competing for one or more requirement area listed above. b. Indication if the respondent possesses a facility clearance and to what level. c. Descriptive Data: i. Company Name ii. Point of Contact iii. Address iv. Telephone and Fax Numbers v. E-mail Address vi. DUNS Number vii. CAGE Code and/or Tax ID Number viii. Business Size Standard and applicable NAICS codes d. Indicate whether Government Furnished technical data would be required in order to facilitate the execution of the capabilities identified in response to this RFI. List and describe this data (does not count toward page limit for Executive Summary). 2. White paper (not to exceed 10 pages) that discusses capabilities, recommended alternatives, associated risks, and mitigation strategies of the requirement area(s). 3. A capability brief discussing (not to exceed 10 slides) the respondent's capabilities to perform the requirement area(s) identified above and relevant experience. The brief should include: i. A schedule estimate highlighting initial capability delivery/availability. ii. If your response addresses a subset of a requirement area identified above versus the entire area, you should also address how your approach would avoid seams/gaps. iii. If responding as a team, describe the team's probable membership, organization, and approach. 4. Data Requirements: Please provide a detailed list (page limit is as required) and description of documentation requirements for a technical library to support your development of a future competitive proposal, organized by requirements area identified above, should MDA compete any or all of these requirements. Technical Content Respondents should provide description of capabilities and information (e.g. past performance history) for the listed items below. In addition, descriptions should include innovative approaches used in the development of the vehicle systems and mission support that provide an efficient launch solution for MDA. List: 1) Performance and History 2) Launch Support Services 3) Demonstration Flight Complete Response A complete response should include an executive summary (not to exceed 5 pages), a white paper (not to exceed 10 pages in total) and a capability brief (not to exceed 10 slides in total). Responses must identify all anticipated nonrecurring engineering costs and include a feasible schedule with the plan of demonstrating the ability to deliver MDA's target requirements. This feasibility schedule and plan should address all required infrastructure for the manufacturing of the target vehicles and payloads. Only complete responses received by the response date will be considered. Capable sources qualified and interested in providing targets and associated services are encouraged to respond. The response should provide the following information to ensure a timely and comprehensive evaluation using the above evaluation criteria: 1. Provide the contact information for the primary contact receiving a follow-on Request for Proposal (RFP) (e.g., organization, individual's name, address, phone number and email address (not counted against the 5 page limit)). 2. Provide the organization's business model or background (not counted against the 5 page limit). 3. Provide experience in the area of developing and building targets. 4. Provide all anticipated nonrecurring engineering costs and include a feasible schedule. 5. Provide response requested under "Technical Content" and provide an overall technical approach to meet the production of target vehicles (plots of vehicle performance not counted against the 5 page limit). RFI Exchange of Information This RFI does not constitute an RFP or a commitment by the Government. Response is strictly voluntary and participants bear all costs associated with responding to this RFI. White Papers submitted in response to this RFI will not be returned. Replies will be separate from, and have no bearing on, submissions in response to any future RFP. Information received in response to this request may be used by MDA for acquisition planning and solicitation preparation activities. Eligibility to participate in any future acquisition does not depend upon a response to this notice. MDA will not provide feedback to the responses to this notice. Proprietary information is neither sought nor desired by MDA. If proprietary information is submitted, it must be clearly marked "proprietary" on every sheet containing such information and the proprietary information must be segregated to the maximum extent practicable from other portions of the response (e.g., use an attachment or exhibit). Respondents are responsible for adequately marking proprietary and classified information contained in their response. Respondents must include current business status (large or small), and applicable socioeconomic status. Respondents are encouraged to provide information not constrained by limited data rights. All submitted information will be handled accordingly as marked. If intellectual property data is included in the reply, respondent is responsible for appropriate markings. Any intellectual property MUST be marked as such on a page-by-page basis. The Government intends to use third party, non-Government (contractor) support personnel as subject matter experts in the review of responses received, including the review of any marked or unmarked proprietary information or intellectual property provided. Appropriate non-disclosure agreements have been executed between the third party, non-Government support personnel and the Government, and are on file with the Government. A submission of a response to this notice constitutes the respondent's acknowledgement and agreement that the information provided in the response, including any marked or unmarked proprietary, marked or unmarked intellectual property or source selection information may be disclosed to these third party, non-Government support personnel. Interested respondents will require facility operation and manufacturing with clearances of no less than "SECRET", within a minimum of "SECRET" safeguarding and all employees will be citizens of the United States, or lawful permanent residents. Please note this is not a request for competitive proposals; however, all responsible sources who believe they can meet the requirements may submit a capability statement demonstrating the ability to comply with the above-stated requirements no later than August 22, 2018, to Mr. Joshua Kachelman, Contracting Officer, Joshua.kachelman@mda.mil. A determination by the Government not to compete this requirement is solely within the discretion of the Government. Government Point of Contact: Address questions concerning this RFI via email or in writing to: Missile Defense Agency ATTN: Mr. Joshua Kachelman, Contracting Officer Building 5222 Martin Road Redstone Arsenal, Alabama 35898 Phone: 256-450-0343 Email: joshua.kachelman@mda.mil ********************************************************************* ADDED: May 17, 2019 The Missile Defense Agency (MDA) Targets and Countermeasures (TC) Program Office will host a Pre-solicitation Next Generation Threat Front End Industry Day Event on June 11, 2019 and follow-on One-On-One sessions on June 13, 2019 in Huntsville, Alabama (Redstone Arsenal). Additional details on the Industry Day Event and One-On-One Sessions are provided below. This is a continuation of market research efforts under the Solicitation (Announcement) Number: RFITCFUTURES080118 posted in July 2018. The purpose of the Industry Day Event and One-On-One Sessions is to present the evolving acquisition approach to deliver Next Generation Threat Front End capabilities and to have meaningful discussions leveraging industry's innovative solutions, processes, and technologies to stay ahead of the threat. MDA's goal is to help industry partners understand Government needs, requirements, considerations, and share other information that may be of interest for proposal preparations. •A. MDA Targets and Countermeasures Next Generation Threat Front End Industry Day Event, June 11, 2019 MDA TC Program Office will host a Pre-solicitation Next Generation Threat Front End Industry Day Event on June 11, 2019 in Huntsville, Alabama (Redstone Arsenal) at the Von Braun Building #2, 5222 Martin Road from 8 am to 6 pm Central Standard Time (CST). To be fair to all parties and due to space availability, industry participation is limited to five (5) personnel per company (inclusive of Business Units). The deadline for each company to submit a list of attending personnel (rank order with titles) is May 30, 2019. Foreign sources/companies are excluded and cannot attend the Industry Day Event nor participate in the One-On-Ones. Below is a tentative schedule of the Industry Day Event Agenda topics. The agenda topics could change. If industry partners have additional topics for MDA to include within the agenda please provide the topic and a rationale no later than May 30, 2019. June 11, 2019 Targets and Countermeasures (TC) Industry Day Event 8:00-8:45 Registration and Check In (Check VAR Clearance) Location: Von Braun 2, First Floor - Presentation Center 9:00 Welcome/Introductions: Safety, Security, and Facility Amenities - Unclassified 9:10-9:25 MDA Mission - Unclassified 9:35-9:50 TC Mission - Unclassified 9:55-10:10 MDA Acquisition and Program Objectives - Unclassified 10:20-10:45 MDA Next Generation Threat Front End Briefing - Classified 10:45-10:55 Break 10:55-11:40 Treaty Compliance - Classified 11:45-12:00 Organizational Conflict of Interest - Unclassified 12:00-1:00 Lunch 1:05 - 1:50 Front End Requirements Impact and System Engineering Design, Deployment Considerations - Unclassified 1:55-2:40 MDA Quality, Safety, and Mission Assurance - Unclassified 2:45-3:30 Test Activities /Integrated Master Test Plan (IMTP) - Unclassified 3:35-4:05 Cyber Security Considerations - Unclassified 4:10-4:55 Acquisition and Contract Considerations - Unclassified 5:00-5:30 Question and Answer (Q&A) Session 5:35-6:00 Wrap Up / End Industry Day Event Activities •B. MDA Targets and Countermeasures Next Generation Threat Front End One-On-One Sessions, June 13, 2019 At industry partners request, the MDA TC Program Office will also host Classified One-On-One Sessions on June 13, 2019 in Huntsville, AL (Redstone Arsenal) at the Von Braun Building #2, 5222 Martin Road starting at 8 am to 5 pm CST (note: location could change). The sessions will be limited to and scheduled for 45-minute block increments with no more than five (5) industry personnel attending. See Attachment 1 to request your 45-minute block. It is imperative that the industry partner VARs be on file and MDA has a list of industry partner attendees to verify clearance. As part of the request, each company should identify the topic(s) area to discuss during the One-On-One session. This will help MDA ensure the appropriate Subject Matter Experts are available to make the discussions meaningful and productive. The sessions will be able to discuss up to US SECRET. •C. Pre-Registration Instructions In order to attend, industry participants must pre-register/RSVP no later than May 30, 2019 via e-mail to TC-FutureAcquisitions@mda.mil, subject line shall state "RSVP Next Generation Threat Front End Industry Day Event and One-On-One Session Request". Please include the name and information of up to five (5) personnel per company (inclusive of Business Units) attending using the attached RSVP spreadsheet. Prime contractors are responsible for providing a consolidated listing with all attendees, inclusive of teaming partners and subcontractor(s) attendees. •D. Visit Access Request (VAR) Processing Instructions As part of the pre-registration process, MDA requires all industry participants have a Visit Access Request (VAR) on-file with MDA to participate in the event and session. Any person attending Industry Day Event and One-On-One Session must have either a US SECRET or INTERIM SECRET level or higher security clearance. VAR information sent via JPAS at SMO Code DDAAUH or FAX at (256) 450-3222. To verify the status of your VAR, contact MDA Security at 256-450-3214 (or X3215). VAR information sent via JPAS: SMO Code: DDAAUH a. Individual's Name b. Company Name and Phone Number c. Dates of Visit: 11 and 13 June 2019 d. Point-of-Contact for the Visit: Dan Adcock, (256) 450-2099, Dan.Adcock@mda.mil e. Additional Information: To attend Targets and Countermeasures Next Generation Front End Industry Day Event and One-On-One Sessions If submitting by fax the following information is required: FAX to (256) 450-3222 a. Name and address and phone number of the organization transmitting the VAR: b. Name of the organization to which the individual(s) on the VAR is visiting: MDA/TC c. First Name, Last Name, SSN, Date-of Birth, Place-of-Birth, and Citizenship of each individual listed on the VAR (name as shown on CAC or military ID: d. Clearance Level (collateral clearance) of each individual listed on the VAR: e. Organization granting the clearance and the most recent background/suitability investigation for the clearance was satisfactorily completed: f. Dates of visit: 11 and 13 June 2019 g. Contract #: Not Applicable h. Point-of-Contact for the visit: Dan Adcock, (256) 450-2099, Dan.Adcock@mda.mil i. Unclassified statement as to the purpose of the visit: To attend Targets and Countermeasures Next Generation Front End Industry Day Event and One-On-One Session. j. Name and signature of security officer or individual certifying clearances of individuals cited in the VAR (visitor's organization): •E. Additional Information The resultant knowledge gained will enable MDA to achieve the best value acquisition of systems, commodities, components, technologies, capabilities, or services to fulfill its complex mission. This announcement is solely for informational planning purposes and does not constitute a Request for Proposal (RFP), nor is it to be construed as a commitment by MDA to solicit for Front End requirements. MDA is in no way bound to issue a RFP at later dates. Participation in the event and/or session with Industry effort is strictly voluntary with no costs incurred or obligations made on behalf of MDA. Industry Participants may not bring any electronic devices into the MDA Presentation Center or One-On-One Sessions. Please leave all cell phones, Blackberries, Tablets, etc. in your vehicles or lockboxes located in the lobby. For questions arising during the Industry Day Event and One-On-One Session that are unanswered, industry partners may submit them in writing using the form provided at the event and session. Verbal questions are not permitted during the Industry Day Event presentation. Any questions stemming from the MDA presentation must be submitted using the provided question form. MDA will make every attempt to answer questions. Industry Day Event and One-On-One Session Parking will be at Von Braun Building #2, 5222 Martin Road parking lot. For access to Redstone Arsenal, visitors will need to show identification at either Gate and proceed to the MDA Von Braun Building #2, 5222 Martin Road. Here are some additional information to enter Redstone Arsenal via Gate 9: Enter Redstone Arsenal via Gate 9 from I-565 or Research Park Blvd. If you have a current CAC or military ID card, proceed through any gate to Von Braun Building #2, 5222 Martin Road. If you do not have a CAC or military ID, You will have to summit your Social Security Number (SSN) to event POC 10 working days before event start time. Stop at Guard Station. Give your name, provide Driver's License to the security guard and state that you are attending a MDA event/ceremony. Your name should be on the Redstone Arsenal access list. If you do not want to give SSN to event POC you will have to go to the Visitor Center for access to Redstone Arsenal. Please allow up to an hour to get processed. After you receive your vehicle pass/badge, continue through the gate and stay south on Rideout Road. (DO NOT follow sign to Von Braun Complex). Travel approx. 3 miles to Martin Road (red-light) and turn left. Travel to Mills Road intersection (red-light) and turn left on Mills Road. Turn right at first entrance into VBII complex parking area. The MDA TC Program Office is in the process of establishing a robust Bidder's Library early to support understanding of requirements and for early proposal preparations. Please complete the Bidders Library Access Agreement Form in Attachment 2. The Industry Day Event presentations will be available starting June 24, 2019. There will be discussions on getting the classified presentation(s) to industry with the respective company primary POC. •F. Market Research/Acquisition Point of Contacts (POCs): Submit all questions concerning this announcement, additional topics, event attendees list, and request for One-On-One Session via e-mail to TC-FutureAcquisitions@mda.mil. Approved for Public Release 19-MDA-10026 (30 April 2019) DISTRIBUTION STATEMENT A. Approved for public release; distribution is unlimited.