FA8629-25-R-5046 Request for Information Multispectral_Camo_Sys.pdf

DEPARTMENT OF THE AIR FORCE

AIR FORCE LIFE CYCLE MANAGEMENT CENTER

WRIGHT - PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE

17 July 2025

Tracking No. FA8629-25-R-5046

FROM: AFLCMC/WISK

Special Warfare Contracting Office 1895 Fifth Street Wright Patterson AFB, OH 45433-7200

SUBJECT: Request for Information (RFI) – Multispectral Camouflage System

1. NOTICE

This Sources Sought Synopsis (SSS)/Request for Information (RFI) is issued for informational purposes and market research only; it does not constitute a solicitation. The Government will not reimburse any company or individual for any expenses associated with preparing/submitting information in response to this posting. The information provided may be used by the Government in developing its acquisition strategy, statement of work/statement of objectives, and/or performance specifications. Interested parties are responsible for adequately marking proprietary or competition sensitive information contained within their response as instructed later in this posting.

2. BACKGROUND AND SCOPE

The United States (US) Air Force Life Cycle Management Center (AFLCMC), Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance & Special Operations Forces (ISR & SOF) Directorate, Special Warfare (SW) Program Office (AFLCMC/WISN) is conducting market research to identify possible sources capable of providing a Multispectral Camouflage System. Unit recovery teams operate in extremely high-risk environments, often near and behind enemy lines, where detection can be fatal. The use of the Multispectral Camouflage System will be exercised to avoid detection by enemy forces utilizing a wide array of sensor technologies. This includes visual, thermal, radar, and potentially even ultraviolet or other emerging detection methods.

3. CAPABILITY

GA teams will utilize the multispectral camouflage systems during all phases of personnel recovery operations in hostile environments. This will include consideration of terrain, vegetation, and expected enemy sensor capabilities. Refer to KPPs and KSAs table below.

4. REQUIREMENT

The Multispectral Camouflage System (MsCS) requirement encompasses three different subsystems: a Static Equipment Kit, a Vehicle Kit, and an Individual Suit. The definitions of these subsystems, along with their unique requirements, are listed below.

a. Key Performance Parameters (KPPs): Sub-system requirements and definitions

THRESHOLDS (T) / OBJECTIVES (O):

Static Equipment

Kit

Capable of fully enclosing and concealing a standard ISU-90 container (9ft W x 8ft L x 8ft H) (T=O) The total weight of the static equipment kit shall not exceed 148lbs (67.2kg). According to MIL- STD-1472, the maximum weight of any individually packaged component will not exceed 78lbs (34.4 kg) (T=O) The kit shall be designed to be deployed within 25 minutes and recovered within 13 minutes by a two-person team (T=O) The system shall have gaps or other means for individuals concealed by the system to visually see the outside (T=O) The system shall have gaps or other means to allow the dissipation of heat and/or exhaust gasses from concealed assets to ensure the safety of concealed personnel (T=O)

Vehicle Kit

Kit Shall cover current GA tactical vehicles (SRTV or equivalent) (T). Shall be tailor-made to the specific dimensions and features of each platform (O) When folded for storage, kit shall not obstruct access to the vehicle’s engine compartment, crew hatches, or weapons systems (T=O) The kit shall be designed to be deployed and recovered by a two-person team within 15 minutes (T=O) The system shall have gaps or other means for individuals concealed by the system to visually see the outside (T=O) The system shall have gaps or other means to allow the dissipation of heat and/or exhaust gasses from concealed assets to ensure the safety of concealed personnel (T=O)

Individual Suit

The system shall be sized to accommodate operators in the height range 4’10” – 6’4”, and weight range 95 lbs - 240 lbs without requiring modifications (T=O) The system shall weigh no more than 2 lb (0.9kg) (T) and 1 lb (0.45 kg) (O)

b. Key Performance Parameters (KPPs): General Performance Requirements The following KPPs apply to all three subsystems, unless otherwise noted

Visual Camouflage

In their relevant environments, all camouflage patterns shall have a mean detection range, when viewed by trained observers with no worse than 20/30 vision, less than or equal to 1,000 meters (T) and 500 meters (O) For the Individual Suit, mean detection range shall not exceed 100m (T) and 25m (O)

Ultraviolet

(UV)

Signature

The Dark Woodland / Alpine patterned camouflage systems shall blend with snow-covered and alpine backgrounds when viewed by a sensor capable of imaging in the UVA band (315nm – 400nm) (T), or both UVA and UVB bands (280nm – 400nm) (O) For the Equipment Kit and Vehicle Kit, mean detection range shall not exceed 1000m (T=O) For the Individual Suit, mean detection range shall not exceed 100m (T) and 25m. (O)

Infrared Signature

Near Infrared (NIR) Signature: When deployed under night, low-light conditions (>0.1 Lux), the MsCS shall blend with their surroundings such that the mean detection range when viewed with an AN/PVS-14 Gen III or equivalent is less than or equal to 1000m (T=O) For the Individual Suit, mean detection range shall not exceed 100m (T) and 25m (O)

Short/Mid/Longwave Infrared (SWIR/MWIR/LWIR) Signature: When deployed in their relevant environments, under day or night lighting conditions, the MsCS shall blend with the environment in the 0.9-0.17 micron band (SWIR), 3-5 micron band (MWIR) and 8-12 micron band (LWIR), such that the mean detection range, when viewed with a device capable of broadband imaging in those spectrums, will be less than or equal to 1000m (T) and 500m (O) For the Individual Suit, mean detection range shall not exceed 100m (T) and 25m (O)

Thermal Transmission: Respondents to this RFI are requested to provide the thermal transmission properties, measured in the MWIR and LWIR bands and expressed as a percentage, of their camouflage systems

Radar Attenuation and Concealment

The MsCS shall provide concealment against radar detection. Respondents to this RFI are requested to provide the following information regarding radar concealment:

Which Radar band(s) can your solution effectively conceal from (e.g. L, C, X, Ku, Ka, W)?

For the bands identified in response to the bullet above, please provide the Radar Cross

Section (RCS) for the camouflage system(s), measured in dBsm

Environmental and

Operational Durability

Service Life: The MsCS shall be designed to have a service life of at least 2 years following 10 years of storage (T=O) Respondents to this RFI are requested to describe the levels to which their camouflage systems can withstand each of the stressors and environmental factors listed below without experiencing any loss in camouflage effectiveness. Any testing standards (ISO, ASTM, MIL-STD, etc.) that the systems are tested to and comply with should be listed Fungus Resistance Flame Resistance Water Immersion (Weight Increase after Immersion) Exposure to Petroleum, Oil, and Lubricants (POL) Rain Wind Snow / Snow Load Tear / Breaking Strength and Rip Stop Characteristics

Temperature, Solar

Radiation and Humidity

The MsCS shall exhibit no loss in camouflage effectiveness when used in the range of temperature, solar radiation and humidity conditions as described in MIL-STD-810 according to the Basic Climatic Design type (C1 to B1) (T). The system shall also be effective in environmental conditions ranging from the Cold (C2) to Hot (A1 and B3) (O)

- See Table 1 below for definitions

c. Key System Attributes (KSAs)

5. INSTRUCTION TO POTENTIAL RESPONDENTS

Interested parties who desire to participate in this SSS/RFI are encouraged to submit responses that demonstrate they presently have the technology and qualifications to provide the system described above. Responses shall also include the following information:

THRESHOLDS (T) / OBJECTIVES (O):

Individual Suit The system shall not produce a sound signature under normal use that can be detected by an unaided human at >100m (T) and >10m (O).

Visual Camouflage (Applicable to all Static Equipment

Kit, Vehicle Kit and Individual Kit)

The MsCS shall have reversible patterns in each of the following combinations (T=O).

Desert / Urban

Light Woodland / Desert

Dark Woodland / Alpine

Respondent Data:

Company/Institute Name Address Point of Contact (to include phone number and email address) CAGE Code Web Page URL

Pursuant to NAICS Code 334511 - Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing, state whether the company is:

Small Business (Yes / No) Self-Certified or Third Party Certified Women-Owned Small Business (Yes / No) Self-Certified or Third Party Certified Economically Disadvantaged Women- Owned Small Business (Yes / No) Self-Certified or Third Party Certified HUBZone Certified (Yes / No) Self-Certified or Third Party Certified Veteran Owned Small Business (Yes / No) Self-Certified or Third Party Certified Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (Yes / No) Self-Certified or Third Party Certified 8(a) Certified (Yes / No) Self-Certified or Third Party Certified SBA Certification Date: SBA Graduation Date:

State whether the company is domestically or foreign-owned (if foreign, indicate the country of ownership).

State whether the respondent is interested in being a prime or subcontractor for this requirement.

a. Describe the capability of your product or products, and provide product information and specifications. Additionally, describe the capability of your product(s) to meet the desired performance requirements listed below. If you are proposing development to integrate existing or new subsystems, clearly describe your approach.

b. Responses may include but are not limited to:

(1) Pictures

(2) Training videos

(3) Architecture views

(4) Drawings

(5) Associations or connectivity with other end items/systems

(6) Test results to support meeting threshold and objective requirements

(7) Ability to deliver 2 units within 6 months after receipt of order

c. Rough cost estimate (i.e. rough order of magnitude (ROM)) based on an optimum or varied pricing quantities (this is for Government budget planning purposes and will not be considered a bid or binding in any manner).

(1) If development and/or integration is required to meet the system requirements, the Government also needs an estimate of the development cost based on complexity (for planning purposes only) to include PHS&T, such as warranties, portable storage, special tooling required, and training.

d. Indicate whether the company is currently performing this type of work/whether the capability can be obtained under an existing Government contract. Provide the contract number(s) and Government points of contact accordingly.

e. Indicate whether or not the company currently provides this type of work as a commercial solution.

In this instance, “commercial item” means an item that is of a type customarily used by the general public or non-Governmental entities for purposes other than Governmental purposes. Please indicate if this item has been sold, leased, or licensed to the general public; or has been offered for sale, lease, or license to the general public. Indicate whether all materials used are in compliance with the Buy American Act or Berry Amendment (10 U.S.C. 2533a), as applicable.

f. Please include product warranty terms as applicable, along with any warranty limitations. If product warranty terms are not applicable, please include N/A.

g. Include any spare parts that would potentially be included.

h. Provide the details of NET training including process and cost.

i. Describe any possible product improvements that could be made or are planned for the future for the solution.

j. Describe any risks associated with the fulfillment of this projected requirement. This can include technical or schedule risks associated with development, key performance parameters, etc.

k. Please provide specific details and rationale as to how compliance with FAR 52.219-14, Limitations on Subcontracting, and FAR 52.219-33, Non-Manufacturer Rule, would be achieved in the event the Government sets this requirement aside for small business. Include specific details regarding teaming arrangements, etc. If subcontracts are to be used, provide the anticipated percentage of effort to be subcontracted and whether small or large businesses, including foreign, will be used. If this effort is not set-aside for small business, small business utilization will be considered. Large and small businesses should provide a reasonable expectation for small business utilization as a percent of total contract value as well as supporting rationale for the recommended percentage.

6. RESPONSES, COMMUNICATIONS, AND ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS:

a. The Government may contact respondents to obtain additional information or clarification in order to fully understand a company's response. This may include discussions, site visits, demonstrations, etc. to further the Government's understanding of a proposed solution, as well as a company's understanding of the Government's requirements.

b. Responses shall not exceed 15 pages (including cover page). Include technical and descriptive text and photographs/illustrations to provide sufficient detail. The submitted documentation becomes the property of the United States Government and will not be returned.

c. Respondents shall clearly mark proprietary data with the appropriate markings. Any proprietary information received in response to this request will be properly protected from any unauthorized disclosure. Any material that is not marked will be considered publicly-releasable.

d. Government-contracted contractor support personnel may handle proprietary data submitted in response to this RFI. These support personnel will have signed the same Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs) as Government personnel.

e. If you are currently providing your proposed capability on an existing government contract, please identify the contract and a government POC.

f. Broad industry participation for this RFI is encouraged. U.S. and non-U.S. firms are permitted to respond.

g. Please note that prospective contractors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) database to be awarded a DOD contract; the NAICS code for this requirement, if applicable to the company’s capabilities, should be included in the company’s NAICS code listing in SAM. To learn more about this SAM requirement and how to register, please visit the SAM website at:

https://www.sam.gov/portal/SAM

h. Responses are due electronically by 12:00PM Eastern time on 1 August 2025 via email to:

Jared Rush

AFLCMC/WISK

Contracting Officer jared.rush@us.af.mil

2nd Lt Matteo Zucchi

AFLCMC/WISN

Program Manager matteo.zucchi.3@us.af.mil

i. This notice may be updated as additional information becomes available. Questions regarding this announcement shall be submitted in writing by email to the Contracting Officer identified above, with the other individuals identified above copied as a courtesy.

This is a Request for Information (RFI) only to identify potential sources for the solution. The information provided in the RFI is subject to change and is not binding on the Government. The Government has not made a commitment to procure any of the items discussed, and release of this RFI should not be construed as creating such a commitment or as an authorization to incur cost for which reimbursement would be required or sought.

Jared Rush Contracting Officer

AFLCMC/WISK

https://www.sam.gov/portal/SAM