Request for Information - C2 Core Computer .pdf

DEPARTMENT OF THE AIR FORCE

AIR FORCE LIFE CYCLE MANAGEMENT CENTER

WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE

April 25, 2025

Tracking No. FA8629-25-R-5042

FROM: AFLCMC/WISK

Special Warfare Contracting Office

BLDG. 16, Rm 097

2275 D St., Area B

Wright Patterson AFB, OH 45433-7200

SUBJECT: Request for Information (RFI), C2 Core Computer

1. NOTICE

This Sources Sought Synopsis (SSS)/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 USAF Life Cycle Management Center, Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance & Special

Operations Forces (ISR & SOF) Directorate, Tactical Air Control Party Modernization (TACP-M)

Program Office (AFLCMC/WISN) is conducting market research to identify possible sources capable of providing a TACP C2 Core Computer that will be used to conduct mission planning, integrate joint/coalition air power, reception of orders (ATO, ACO, OPSTASKLINK, etc.) for forward communication to TACP dismount kit & Joint/Coalition partners at the tactical edge. Each computer must have 3x replaceable hard drives for operations on multiple networks (NIPR, SIPR, Coalition) and mounting canisters as required. The computer must have the appropriate video processor & RAM to manage 2x video feeds & moving map display simultaneously. The system must be able to run 3D mapping software and productivity applications simultaneously. Capabilities are required to plan, request, coordinate, and conduct terminal attack control of strike aircraft executing joint Close Air

Support (CAS) and Air Interdiction missions while the TACPs are in support of ground force maneuver operations as well as distributed command and control in support of ACC taskings.

3. SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS

The proposed solution is an integrated system that meets the following requirements:

T=Threshold O=Objective, T=O unless otherwise stated.

Laptop Requirements

1. Intel i7 12th generation or newer

2. 32GB minimum, 64GB preferred

3. 13”+ display

4. Minimum Ports: 2x USB-A,1xUSB-C,1xRS-232,1x RJ45,1x HDMI

5. Smart card reader

6. MIL-STD-810H ruggedized

7. IP66 rated dust and water resistance

8. No internal GPS

9. Compatible with Havis DS-GTC-1201 vehicular docking station OR must include vehicular docking station compliant with MIL-STD-810H for vibration and SAE J1455 for 30mph crash

10. The maximum acceptable dimensions when the laptop is closed are 17 inches x 13 inches x 3 inches.

11. System must not store or process user information in non-volatile memory other than the hard drive unless there exist methods to sanitize all non-volatile memory in accordance with NSA/CSS PM 9-12.

Solid State Drive Requirements (3x Per laptop)

1. NVMe SSD (removable)

2. M.2 2280 form factor

3. TCG Opal Compliant

4. 1 TB minimum

5. Hard drives required to be removable; will be swapped out, dependent on operational mission needs

6. Hard drives and mounting sleds available to purchase as a separate LRU

4. 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:

a. 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 334111, Electronic Computer Maccufacturing 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.

b. 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 above. If you are proposing development to integrate existing or new subsystems, clearly describe your approach. Letters/statement of volatility must accompany proposed products for evaluation.

c. 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

d. 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.

e. 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.

f. 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.

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

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

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

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

k. 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.

l. 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.

5. 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 10 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 9 May 2025 via email to:

Edwin Hernandez

AFLCMC/WISN

Contracting Officer edwin.hernandez_mendez.2@us.af.mil

Deb Sullivan

AFLCMC/WISN

Program Manager deborah.sullivan.1@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 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.

Edwin Hernandez

Contracting Officer

AFLCMC/WISN

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