SMBA DFRP QA 1-4.pdf

Sounder for Microwave Based Applica�ons

Dra� Request for Proposal (80GSFC25R7005)

Ques�ons and Answers 1-4

1. Why is the Government considering a Fixed Price contract type?

Execu�ve Order 14271, “Ensuring Commercial, Cost-Effec�ve Solu�ons in Federal Contracts,” states, “It is the policy of my Administra�on that agencies shall procure commercially available products and services, including those that can be modified to fill agencies’ needs, to the maximum extent prac�cable…”

2. Must the heritage channels be generated from hyperspectral data?

The Government prefers not to dictate implementa�on. The heritage channels can be generated from hyperspectral data. They can also be generated by an alterna�ve design.

3. Will the Government release another Dra� RFP?

The Government will provide updates on decisions as quickly as possible through amendments to this Dra� RFP. Whether the implementa�on of these decisions is performed through another Dra� RFP or Final RFP, the Government will factor in the �me required to deliver a quality proposal given the updates.

4. Will a full funding profile be provided?

The current plan is to release a funding profile for the first three years to understand Industry Partners’ best es�mates for the contract’s true cost while containing costs within near term limita�ons. That said, the Government welcomes and encourages feedback on the funding profile for those years. If an Industry Partner believes another funding profile is more realis�c, please suggest this funding profile (along with ra�onale) in a one-on-one discussion and/or in the Dra� RFP writen response.