Low Altitude Stalking and Striking Ordnance - Industry Day
The Department of the Army Materiel Command Army Contracting Command at Aberdeen Proving Ground seeks to procure a system for the Low Altitude Stalking and Strike Ordnance program, including a launch mechanism, air vehicle, control system computer, radios, antennas, and integrated anti-tank warhead capability. Respondents must provide detailed specifications, manufacturing capabilities, unit costs, reliability data, operational workflows, and effectiveness under various conditions. Responses to the Attachment 1 questions are due by October 30, 2023.
This pre-solicitation notice does not include any set-aside designations. Respondents must have the capability to act as a prime contractor for the LASSO program. The solicitation is expected to be in NAICS code 336411 with a PSC code 1560. No incumbents or budget ranges are identified, but the system requirements indicate quantities sufficient for squad to brigade-level support.
W91CRB-23-D-LASSO_SS Department of the Army Materiel Command Army Contracting Command Aberdeen Proving Ground
10/13/23, 4:26 PM Low Altitude Stalking and Striking Ordnance (LASSO) - Pre-Solicitation Draft CUI Statement of Work
The Department of the Army Materiel Command, specifically the Army Contracting Command at Aberdeen Proving Ground, is seeking industry partners to develop the Low Altitude Stalking and Striking Ordinance (LASSO), a specialized defense technology project in the Aircraft Manufacturing sector. Interested vendors must first obtain a draft Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) Statement of Work by contacting government points of contact Ms. DeMarcasa Jones or Mr. Scott Huelse via email. Prospective contractors are required to demonstrate appropriate security clearances by providing documentation from their Facility Security Officer, including their company cage code. The SOW covers both architectural and hardware requirements for the project, with industry feedback due no later than January 17, 2025. Companies wishing to discuss their feedback via Microsoft Teams must indicate their interest by January 8, 2025, and must follow strict Operations Security (OPSEC) requirements in accordance with federal regulations.
The pre-solicitation notice indicates no specific set-aside designations for this contract opportunity, suggesting it is open to a broad range of qualified defense contractors. The procurement is categorized under the Product Service Code for Guided Missile Systems and the NAICS category of Aircraft Manufacturing, implying a sophisticated defense technology development project. While specific award values or budget ranges are not disclosed in the document, the complexity of the LASSO project and the detailed security requirements suggest a significant, potentially high-value contract. The project timeline appears to be in its early stages, with the initial industry day having occurred in October 2024 and the current pre-solicitation phase extending through January 2025. The involvement of a CACI contractor (Scott Huelse) in the acquisition support team indicates potential collaboration or subcontracting opportunities for interested vendors.
W91CRB-25-R-0017 Department of the Army Materiel Command Army Contracting Command Aberdeen Proving Ground
12/13/24, 10:03 AM Switchblade 600 Missile System
The U.S. Army Contracting Command - Redstone Arsenal, AL (ACC-RSA) is issuing this sources sought synopsis as a means of conducting market research to identify parties having an interest in and the resources to produce a Switchblade 600 Missile System (SB600). All parties interested shall submit a White Paper describing your company and proposed capability solution.
The Army is seeking a capability that meets or exceeds set SB600 threshold requirements described in attachment titled "SB600 System Technical Requirements." These requirements are based on user requirement. A general SB600 description and functionality is described below.
The SB600 is envisioned to be a loitering, precision-guided system, organic at the battalion level that enables engagement of enemy combatants without exposing the Warfighter to direct enemy fires. Notional SB600 system components may consist of: (1) an all-up-round missile (includes airframe, sensors, integrated guidance, warhead, data link, and launcher) and (2) Fire Control Unit (providing functions such as data link, operator interface, and mission preparation and execution functions) that is notionally day/night readable, provides the user real time video and control of the missile. The operator can select predetermined targets using geo location reference, visually select and identify targets of opportunity, loiter, abort, abort and redirect, arm/disarm, and manually command warhead detonation. The architecture for the SB600 controller should be modular so it can be hosted by any future approved end user device or United States Army common controller. The training simulator device is embedded into the Fire Control Unit so that training does not require additional equipment other than the tactical hardware. Three distinct mission phases are (1) mission preparation, (2) fly out, and (3) terminal engagement. All phases of the SB600 operations must be accomplished by a single operator and configurable for dismounted or mounted patrolling operations. For mission preparation purposes, targeting information is provided to or by the operator and may consist of headings, geo location reference, or landmark information provided by direct observation from the operator, other observers, or by sensors and networks separate from SB600. Positive identification of the target shall be made prior to launch by these sources. The operator will use this information to perform mission preparation with the controller allowing man-in-the-loop flight to the area of interest. For the fly out, SB600 must be launched quickly and fly an assigned route or path to a target area. SB600 will be capable of loitering. In the terminal engagement phase, SB600 will have the ability to automatically track a target designated by the operator or allow the operator to manually control the system as needed to focus on a specific area or point of interest. The system must have lethal effects against light armor and personnel while minimizing collateral damage. SB600 must have the ability to automatically lock on and track a stationary or moving target. Once a target is selected by the operator in the terminal phase of engagement, no further operator input shall be required.
This sources sought synopsis is for planning purposes only and shall not be considered an invitation for bid, request for quotation, request for proposal, or as an obligation on the part of the Government to acquire any products or services. Your response to this announcement will be treated as information only. No entitlement to payment of direct or indirect costs or charges by the Government will arise as a result of a contractor's submission or responses to this announcement or the Government's use of such information. This request does not constitute a solicitation for proposals or the authority to enter into negotiations to award a contract. The information provided may be used by the Government in further developing its acquisition strategy and statement of work/statement of objectives and performance specifications. The US Government is looking for low cost material solutions to fulfill urgent SB600 operational requirements. Respondents shall demonstrate existing system capabilities through the submission of a written response in a White Paper format to include 1) organization name, address, email address, web site address, telephone number, and size and type of ownership for the organization; and 2) tailored capability statements addressing the particulars for this effort. The applicable North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code assigned to this procurement is 336411, Aircraft Manufacturing, with a size standard of 1,500 employees. The Product Service Code (PSC) is 1425, Guided Missile Systems, Complete. THERE IS NO SOLICITATION AT THIS TIME.
The participation of Non-United States companies or any United States subsidiaries of a non-US owned company shall be restricted as prime, sub-contractors or component vendors if their participation includes any level of access to classified information with regards to warheads, electronic safe and arm devices, SAASM global positioning system, or any form of National Security Agency encrypted algorithm data link. Access restrictions included are not limited to: system, subsystem or component designs and specifications; interface control documents; system or component drawings; manufacturing technology, materials, components; quality control and software development, integration, testing and documentation.
Based upon the responses to this sources sought notice/market research, a determination will be made as to the extent of the competition and potential for set-asides available for this requirement. Telephone inquiries will not be accepted or acknowledged, and no feedback or evaluations will be provided to companies regarding their submissions.
All interested vendors with the capabilities identified herein are encouraged to respond to this sources sought notice by providing the information specified above, on or before 18 May 2022. Questions and industry responses shall be sent via email or mailed to: Army Contracting Command-Redstone, Building 5303 Martin Road, Redstone Arsenal,
AL 35898-5000, Point of Contacts are Veronica Hannahs, email Address veronica.hannahs.civ@army.mil or Laquetta Atkins, email address andrea.s.dixon1.civ@army.mil.
W31P4Q-24-SB600 Department of the Army Materiel Command Contracting Command Redstone Arsenal
5/3/22, 3:51 PM Joint Air-To-Surface Missile (JASSM) Lot 21 (Update)
This Sources Sought Synopsis was originally published on Jan 6, 2022. At the time, the Government was conducting market research seeking capability statements from potential sources that could meet the requirements of providing 417 to 517 AGM-158/B-2 JASSMs in containers to fulfill the requirements of Lot 21. Due to a change in quantities, we are publishing this opportunity again. The current requirement is for quantities of AGM-158/B-2 ranging between 463 and 583. The rest of the requirements associated with Lot 21 remain unchanged from our original Sources Sought Synopsis.
All interested vendors shall submit a response demonstrating their capability to provide the quantities of AGM-158/B-2 described above and all sustainment efforts to the Points of Contact listed below. Proposals are not being requested or accepted at this time. As stipulated in FAR 15.201(e), responses to this notice are not considered offers and cannot be accepted by the Government to form a binding contract. No solicitation (Request for Proposal) exists at this time; therefore, do not request a copy of the solicitation. The decision to solicit for a contract shall be solely within the Government’s discretion.
The NAICS Code assigned to this acquisition is 336414, Guided Missile and Space Vehicle Manufacturing, with a size standard of 1250 persons. Respondents should indicate their size in relation to this size standard and indicate socio-economic status (i.e. SB, 8(a), HUBZone, EDWOSB, WOSB, or SDVOSB). Respondents are further requested to indicate their status as a Foreign-owned/Foreign-controlled firm and any contemplated use of foreign national employees on this effort. The Government reserves the right to consider a small business set-aside based upon responses hereto for any subsequent action. All prospective contractors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) database to be awarded a DoD contract. No set-aside decision has been made. Note that a key factor in determining an acquisition to be a Small Business Set Aside is that small business prime contractors must perform at least 50% of the effort, as defined in FAR Clause 52.219-14.
Any information submitted by respondents to this sources sought is voluntary. This sources sought notice is not to be construed as a commitment by the Government, nor will the Government reimburse any costs associated with the submission of information in response to this notice. Respondents will not be individually notified of the results of any government assessments. The Government’s assessment of the capability statements received will factor into whether any forthcoming solicitation will be conducted as a full and open competition or as a set-aside for small business, or any particular small business program.
CAPABILITIES STATEMENT: All interested vendors shall submit a capabilities statement that explicitly demonstrates their capability to provide/perform the requirement stated in this notice. The capabilities statement should be brief and concise, yet clearly demonstrate an ability to meet the stated requirement. The response must not exceed 15 pages.
Small businesses with only partial capabilities of this requirement are encouraged to submit their capabilities statement demonstrating the portion of the requirement they are capable of providing/performing. This information will allow the Government to identify areas of possible breakout or possible subcontracting opportunities.
Responses may be submitted electronically to the following e-mail address: grisselle.brown@us.af.mil. All correspondence sent via email shall contain a subject line that reads “FA8682-23-C-0003 AGM-158/B-2”. If this subject line is not included, the e-mail may not get through e-mail filters at Eglin AFB. Filters are designed to delete emails without a subject or with a suspicious subject or attachment. Attachments with files ending in .zip or .exe are not allowable and will be deleted. Ensure only .pdf, .doc, .docx, .xlsx, or .xls documents are attached to your email. All other attachments may be deleted.
All responsible sources may submit information that shall be considered by the agency. If late information is received, it may be considered, depending on agency time constraints. All routine communications regarding the announcement should be directed to the contractual point of contact listed in this posting. The Government may or may not use any responses to this sources sought as a basis for a subsequent project/requirement. Any project/requirement developed from the sources sought responses may be the subject of a subsequent acquisition; any such subsequent acquisition will be posted in FedBizOpps.gov separately. Responses to this sources sought will not be returned. The Government is under no obligation to acknowledge receipt of the information received, or provide feedback to the respondents with respect to any of the information submitted under this sources sought. No requests for a bid package or solicitation will be accepted; a bid package or solicitation does not exist at this time. In order to protect the integrity of any possible future acquisition, no additional information will be provided and no appointments for presentations will be made in reference to this sources sought. Only government employees will review submitted responses to this sources sought. Respondents are advised that employees of commercial firms under contract with the Government may be used to administratively process submissions and perform other administrative duties requiring access to other contractor’s proprietary information. These administrative support contracts include nondisclosure agreements prohibiting their contractor employees from disclosing any information submitted by other contractors or using such information for any purpose other than that for which it was furnished.
RESPONSES ARE DUE NO LATER THAN 12:00 Noon (CST) ON 8 APR 2022. Direct all questions concerning this requirement to Grisselle Brown at grisselle.brown@eglin.af.mil and Lt Michael Fogle at michael.fogle.5@us.af.mil.
FA8682-23-C-0003-Update Department of the Air Force Materiel Command Lifecycle Management Center Eglin Air Force Base
3/24/22, 10:38 AM