Clean MRDS RFI April 2024.docx

General Information

This Request for Information (RFI) initiates market research under Federal Acquisition Regulation Part 10.002(b)(2)(iii). This is not a Request for Proposals. No final solicitation documents exist at this time. This RFI does not constitute a commitment, implied or otherwise, that the Government will take procurement action in this matter. The Government will not be responsible for any cost incurred in furnishing this information. All submissions become Government property and will not be returned.

Description

Product Manager, Engineer Systems (PdM ES), Program Manager Combat Support Systems (PM CSS), Marine Corps Systems Command (MCSC) is conducting market research for potential sources to purchase the Modular Remote Disassembly System (MRDS).

The MRDS program will leverage commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) items to the greatest extent practical. The MRDS will be comprised of COTS milling and drilling machines. Remaining MRDS components consist of items that enable the Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) technician to operate milling and drilling machines remotely. Since connections to the MRDS mill and drill are electromechanical, no internal modifications to mill and drill machines are required. Electromechanical connections enable MRDS interchangeability with various COTS mills and drills. This strategy decreases the likelihood of Diminishing Manufacturing Sources and Material Shortages (DMSMS) issues. This strategy further reduces replacement costs and increases item availability.

The MRDS will support EOD technicians during Level 1 and 2 Ordnance Exploitation (ORDEX). During ORDEX, EOD technicians will disassemble ordnance and render them inert by removing all energetic materials. The process may require the removal of role crimps, shear pins, detonators, or high explosives by milling, drilling, sawing, pressing, and de-torquing. The MRDS will also conduct intrusive ORDEX processes, such as pressing detonators, drilling tracers, milling explosives, and venting high-pressure gas systems. Once the procedure is complete, the EOD technicians will remotely disengage the tool from the ordnance item and conduct a visual inspection before approaching the explosive ordnance. During ORDEX, the EOD technician may move and secure the ordnance item in several different attitudes to perform required procedures.

The MRDS will be a scalable equipment set consisting of systems employed in both a tactical (field) and administrative (garrison) environments. In tactical environments, the MRDS will be employed near explosive hazards and will need to be packed and unpacked frequently. In garrison the MRDS will be in a designated area for extended periods of time.

The Marine Corps estimates a buy of 25 MRDS. There is no expected release date for a Request for Proposal (RFP).

System Requirements

The MRDS must meet the following system requirements:

1. The MRDS shall be capable of remotely operating a commercial mill/drill to disassemble explosive ordnance up to 5 inches in diameter, 10 inches in length, and 25 pounds in weight. The objective is up to 7 inches in diameter, 15 inches in length, and 40 pounds in weight.

2. Drilling Capability. The MRDS shall be capable of drilling a hole in annealed AISI 1050 carbon steel, aluminum, mild steel, and brass to 0.5 inches in depth and at 0.06 inches to 0.25 inches in diameter. Objective drilling capability at 0.06 inches to 0.5 inches in diameter.

3. Milling Capability. The MRDS shall be capable of milling a slot in annealed AISI 1050 carbon steel, aluminum, mild steel, and brass at 1.0 inches in length and at 0.25 inches in width by 0.25 inches in depth. Objective milling capability at 0.5 inches in width by 0.5 inches in depth.

4. Cutting Capability. The MRDS shall be capable of providing a cut in annealed AISI 1050 carbon steel, aluminum, mild steel, and brass at 0.03 inches wide, 0.5 inches deep, and 1.0 inches long. Objective cutting capability is at 0.03 inches wide, 1.0 inches deep, and 2.0 inches long.

5. Pressing Capability. The MRDS shall be capable of providing a press of 200 pounds into the work piece at 0.06 inches to 0.25 inches in diameter and at 0.5 inches in depth. Objective pressing capability of 250 pounds into the work piece at 0.06 inches to 0.5 inches in diameter and at 1.0 inches in depth.

6. Torquing Capability. The MRDS shall be capable of detorquing 200 foot-pounds. Objective torquing capability is 300 foot-pounds.

7. Vision System. The MRDS shall have a 3-camera digital system with flexible neck, digital focus ability, a focal length range of 1 inch to 24 inches, resolution of 1920x1080 at 30fps, and appropriate color monitor. The objective MRDS shall have a 3-camera digital system with flexible neck, digital focus ability, a focal length range of 1 inch to 48 inches, resolution of 4096x2160 at 60fps, and appropriate color monitor.

8. The MRDS shall be stored in containers capable of being moved by two persons and all the containers that comprise the MRDs shall fit in one joint modular intermodal container.

9. Lubrication and Cooling Module. The MRDS shall have a remotely operated lubrication and cooling module with a 1-gallon reservoir with a 2-gallon reservoir.

10. Operator Control Unit (OCU). The MRDS shall have an OCU display of no less than 17 inches.

11. OCU Camera Selector. The MRDS OCU shall provide the operator an ability to select and view all cameras individually or select and display them on a split screen.

12. Camera Zoom. The MRDS cameras shall provide a four-zoom capability that can be controlled at the OCU.

13. Downrange Display. The MRDS shall provide an 8-inch downrange display to be used for camera set up.

14. Work Light. The MRDS shall include a dimmable work light that allows the operator to visualize items in accurate colors on the OCU.

15. MRDS Cables. The MRDS cabling shall be electromagnetic interference (EMI) shielded.

16. OCU External Display. The OCU shall have the ability to display its screen on a larger monitor.

17. The MRDS shall have a 4-inch machine vise that opens to no less than 7 inches. Objective is a 6-inch machine vise that opens to no less than 9 inches.

18. Item Sizes. The MRDS shall be capable of securely holding a variety of objects, including hemispherical, cylindrical, conical, rectangular, and square objects, with threshold diameters ranging from 0.75 inches to 5.0 inches and 10 inches in length. The objective diameters ranging from 0.75 inches to 7.0 inches and 15 inches in length.

19. Vise Jaws. The machine vise shall have additional replaceable jaw sets with smooth and textured jaws that accept items up to 4 inches. Vise Jaws objective is up to 9 inches.

20. Vise Rotation. The vise z axis shall be remotely operated, rotate 360 degrees, and have a OCU readable degree scale.

21. De-torquing Module Work Area. The de-torquing module shall attach to and be operated from its own designated workspace table. Objective will be from the mill/drill workspace table.

22. Booster Cup Clamp. The booster cup clamps that affix to the de-torquing module shall accommodate diameters between 0.625 inches to 4.125 inches.

23. Pressing Module Work Area. The pressing module shall attach to and be operated from its own designated workspace table. Objective will be from the mill/drill workspace table.

24. Manual Tool Removal. The MRDS shall have a manual capability to safely and at a distance remove tools from ordnance in case of power loss.

25. Electromagnetic Environmental Effects (E3). The MRDS shall conform to the requirements of MIL-STD-464_.

26. Electromagnetic Environment (EME). The MRDS shall conform with the requirements of MIL-STD-461_.

27. The MRDS shall operate on 120V and 240V, 50Hz and 60Hz, and single and three phase power.

Vendor Survey for MRDS

MCSC is requesting the following Vendor Survey questions/information for the MRDS to be answered within this RFI:

1. Provide the rough order of magnitude (ROM) pricing for your MRDS; include your annual price escalation percentage. Address any supply chain, component availability issues and/or inflationary concerns. Discuss whether you consider the use of economic price adjustment terms to be necessary for this procurement; include information as to what price index you consider to be appropriate.

2. Provide an estimated production lead time and monthly production rate.

3. Are there any current open contracts for the MRDS system? State if your MRDS is or is not Buy American Act compliant. How many MRDS systems do you have in service/sold?

4. Provide a specification sheet of your MRDS which demonstrates the ability of the proposed product to meet the requirements listed above.

5. Provide data that your organization qualifies as a Small Business Administration (SBA) 8(a) Program, Historically Underutilized Business Zones (HUBZone) program, Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Businesses, Small Disadvantaged Businesses, Small Business, or participant of the Government Ability One Program as defined by the Small Business Administration if applicable. If so, identify the status.

6. Are there systems available at this time that meet the requirements outlined above? Is it or will it be available on GSA Schedule? Or can be provided as a bailment to the Government, in order to conduct testing?

7. Provide any independent or Government test reports if conducted.

8. Provide any manuals associated to your MRDS system.

Request for Written Responses

No industry day is planned. Responses from interested vendors shall submit their PDF Document as an attachment via email to stefanie.conway@usmc.mil no later than May 10, 2024, Friday, 1300 Eastern Time Zone, for consideration.

Cover Page of RFI response should include the following:

1. Business Name

2. Business Size

3. Point of Contact Name

4. Business Address

5. Phone Number

6. Email Address

Responses received after the suspense date and time may not be entertained. Telephonic responses will not be entertained.