4.2_FY21-20005_SSN-OpticalTimeReflectometer_21Q0049.doc

SOURCES SOUGHT FOR COMMERCIAL ITEMS

General Information:

Description:

MARKET SURVEY – Request for Information: The Naval Surface Warfare Center, Port Hueneme Division issues this Sources Sought Notice as a means of conducting market research to identify interested parties for this requirement. This Sources Sought Notice is focused on identifying capabilities in the market place and resources to support this requirement, as well as obtaining related technical information for the procurement of the items listed below.

The result of this market research will contribute to determining the method of procurement. The applicable North American Industry Classification System code assigned to this procurement is 334117. Product Service Code is 6650.

The envisioned item anticipated to be procured from a contractor as a result of a potential future solicitation is identified below.

Method of issue: Full & Open Competition The NAVAL SURFACE WARFARE CENTER PORT HUENEME DIVISION is seeking the following requirement;

DESCRIPTION OF PRODUCTS or SERVICES Salient Characteristics:

The following Test Equipment is required to Test the Fiber Optic Cables for the CEC and AN/SLQ-32(V)6 Systems in addition to troubleshoot Fiber Optic cables for all GFE Systems for the LPD Program. The tests include Link-Loss, Attenuation, and Return Loss for the following systems: CEC, SLQ-32(V)6, SSDS, GPNTS, WSN-7, HME Network, NAV Network, NDDS, SPS-48, and any other GFE System with Fiber Optic). These Systems have both Multi-Mode and Single-Mode fibers and are required to be tested at different wavelengths as per MIL-STD-2042C. 1300 nm for Multi-Mode. 1310 nm and 1550 nm for Single-Mode. Tests are: 42711-2-013 Rev: Original AN/SLQ-32(V)6 Cable Verification and 48402-2-009 Rev: - CETPS (AN/USG-2B) Fiber Optic Transmission Line. All of the connections and MOJ’s must work seamlessly together.

1. Optical Test Kit: Light Source and Power Meter: Light Source: Multi-mode LED, Single-Mode Laser, Power Meter works with Both MM and SM. This is required for the tests listed above.

2. Single Strand (ST) to ST Measurement Quality Jumpers (MQJ Set Special: Measurement Quality Jumpers (MQJ) must be used to test Optical Link Loss. By interfacing the correct jumpers with a Light Source and Power Meter accurate loss measurements can be obtained. Contains ST-to-ST MM, ST-to-ST SM, ST-to-ST Adapter, SC-to ST SM/MM Adapter. Used with Optical Test Kit above (Item 1).

3. ST to Termini MQJ Set: Measurement Quality Jumpers (MQJ) must be used to test Optical Link Loss. By interfacing the correct jumpers with a Light Source and Power Meter accurate loss measurements can be obtained. Contains Singlemode Enhanced and Multimode Single Strand MQJs, Snap Lock Plugs, Snap Lock Receptacles, Insertion/Extraction/ASIRT Tools, Termini Alignment Sleeves. Used with Optical Test Kit above (Item 1).

4. Cleaning Kit/ UTIL HOOK UP: This Kit contains the tools necessary to clean the connectors prior to testing.

5. SHIPBOARD ST/28876 KIT: This Kit is required for troubleshooting and repair. It contains all the proper tools and consumables that are needed to connectorize the M28876 (MT), Heavy Duty, Multiple Termini Connectors and the M83522/16 (ST), Light Duty, Single Terminus. This tool kit also supports the TIA 604-3 (SC) Connector. A 70 durometer resilient pad, 0.1µm diamond paper, and ultrafine final polishing papers are included to allow the installer to accomplish a multimode or singlemode "enhanced" polish.

6. Multi-Mode (MM)-Single-Mode (SM) TALK SET/HANDS FREE *VOX & HEADSET W/BOOM Microphone (MIC): The Talk Set allows communication between testing locations onboard. Without it, an additional tester would be needed to act as the go between for the testers on each end of the cable.

7. Optical Time Domain Reflectometer (OTDR)/MQJ QUAD TEST KIT MULTIMODE/SINGLEMODE: The OTDR is used in Troubleshooting and Repair of the GFE Systems Fiber Optic Cables. This kit contains the JDSU OTDR T-BERD 4000 Mainframe OTDR system and the appropriate ST-to-ST multimode MQJ’s (Measurement Quality Jumpers) launch cables, coupling adapters, and the cleaning supplies to allow the installer to verify cable attenuation in accordance with MIL-STD-2042C. This Set contains the required Multi-Mode Module and Single-Mode Modules to support both modes of testing/repair.

8. MQJ ST/8CH Receptacle (RECPT) SME 6877804-10SME (Single Mode Enhanced): This MQJ is an ST-8 fiber receptacle, 1 meter in length and is used for SM Testing in conjunction with the Optical Test Kit above (Item 1).

9. MQJ, ST - 8CH RCPT, MM, MM, 1M 6877804-10: This MQJ is an ST-8 fiber receptacle, 1 meter in length and is used for MM Testing in conjunction with the Optical Test Kit above (Item 1).

INSTRUCTIONS TO INDUSTRY:

Requested Information: The Navy requests the following information from parties interested in responding to this Sources Sought Notice:

a. Company Name, Address, CAGE Code, DUNS.

b. Response Point of Contact name, telephone number, email address, and website URL.

c. Tailored Information describing company capabilities, resources, experience, and product lines that demonstrate an ability to provide the items described above.

d. Business Size, Special Size Sub-Category, and Type of Ownership for the Company.

e. Rough Order of Magnitude (ROM) cost estimate to provide the items in the quantity described above.

f. Feedback and questions regarding the feasibility or challenges for providing the items described above.

g. Information regarding the commerciality of the items described above.

Information herein is based on the best information available at the time of publication, is subject to revision, and is not binding upon the Government.

The Government will evaluate market information to ascertain potential market capacity to:

a. Provide supplies consistent in scope and scale with those described in this notice and otherwise anticipate

b. Secure and apply the full range of corporate financial, human capital, and technical resources required to successfully perform similar requirements.

Based on the responses to this sources sought notice/market research, this requirement may be set-aside for small businesses or procured through full and open competition, and multiple awards may be made. Telephone inquiries will not be accepted or acknowledged, and no feedback or evaluations will be provided to companies regarding their submissions.

Submission Instructions:

Interested parties who consider themselves qualified to perform the above-listed items should respond to this Sources Sought Notice. Responses are required to be received no later than 3:00 PM Pacific Time on 04/24/2021. Responses should be provided in formats compatible with Microsoft Office 2010 for Windows or Adobe Portable Document Format (pdf). Receipt of responses will be acknowledged. Responses will not be returned. Following the date of response submission, the Government may contact respondents to seek clarification of submitted information. All responses under this Sources Sought Notice shall be submitted to Rachel T. Smith at rachel.t.smith@navy.mil.

If you have any questions concerning this opportunity, please contact: Rachel T. Smith at rachel.t.smith@navy.mil.

The Government WILL NOT PAY for any information received in response to the Sources Sought Notice nor will the Government compensate respondents for any cost incurred in developing information for, participating in meetings with, or engaging in discussions with the Government.

Proprietary and Limited Distribution: It is incumbent upon parties providing responses to this Sources Sought Notice to identify all data contained within that is proprietary or has limited distribution requirements. All information marked as proprietary information will be safeguarded to prevent disclosures to non-governmental personnel and entities.

There is no solicitation at the current time and NO FUNDING IS AVAILABLE for contractual efforts. This Sources Sought Notice does not constitute an Invitation for Bids, a Request for Quote, or a Request for Proposal and it should not be construed as a commitment of any kind by the Government to issue a formal solicitation or ultimately award a contract. The U.S. Government is in no way liable to pay for or reimburse any companies or entities that respond to this announcement. Additionally, any costs incurred by interested companies in response to this announcement will NOT be reimbursed and are NOT considered allowable direct charges to other contracts or tasking.