FLIR_Competition_Draft_RFP_QandA_Response_SAM24Jan25.xlsx
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This is a Questions and Answers document for a draft RFP related to the CH-53K Forward Looking Infrared System (FLIR) Competition. The document contains 33 industry questions and government responses covering technical specifications, contract structure, and program requirements.
Key details revealed include: this will be a single-award IDIQ contract with an anticipated award in Q2 FY26 and minimum 45-day proposal response period after final RFP release. Collins owns the IP for the interface, while Sikorsky will handle FLIR integration with MFCD/MFD through AMS. Technical requirements include 1080i video interface, clean video outputs without embedded symbology during normal operations, and classified laser countermeasure specifications that require DD254 approval to access. The contract will not use incremental funding, and funding will be released upon award of each delivery order. The effort includes initial integration work under CLIN 0001, and VAL/VER assets will be delivered after the first production deliveries. Cost and Software Data Reporting requirements apply regardless of whether a COTS solution is proposed.
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Q&A_FLIR_24Jan25
| General Information | |||||||
| Offeror Name: | |||||||
| Contract Name or RFP Number: | N00019-25-D-0001 | ||||||
| Question(s) for Draft or Final: | FLIR Competition | ||||||
| # | Document | ||||||
| (SOW, SPEC, RFP, CDRLs) | SOW/SPEC/RFP/CDRL Sections | Reference Paragraph | Question | Proprietary (Yes/No) | Government Response | ||
| 3 | SOW | SOW | 3.3.2.1 | Need a copy of H-53K Software Requirements Specification (SRS) to properly evaluate requirement. | No | The Government has updated SOW paragraph 3.3.2.1. The Contractor shall deliver a FLIR SRS based upon the specification and not based on the CH-53K SRS, so there is no need to provide the CH-53K SRS. | |
| 4 | SOW | SOW | 3.3.1.5 | Who owns the IP for interface to MFCU and MFD? | No | Collins owns the IP for the interface, but Sikorsky will be tasked to integrate the FLIR with the MFCD and MFD through AMS. | |
| 5 | SOW | SOW | 3.3.1.5 | 3.3.1.5 Installation and control – can we get copy of APSD Document No. 06524M1300 to properly evaluate requirement? | No | APSD Document No. 06524M1300 was submitted in the notice, document name "06524m1300_rev1.5.pdf". However, APSD Document No. 06524M1301 was not posted. It will be posted with the Q&A notice. | |
| 6 | SOW | SOW | 3.3.2.10 | 3.3.2.10 Software loading – can we see how the “Advanced Data Transfer System” works and what software it runs on? | No | The Government has updated spec paragraph 3.5 to clarify the requirement. The Contractor does not need to know ADTS particulars in order for FLIR system to be field loadable. | |
| 7 | SOW | SOW | 3.3.2 | If proposing with COTS solution, do you expect the cost and data reporting CDRLs to be non-applicable? | No | Yes, cost and data reporting is still required. |
Cost and Software Data Reporting (CSDR) requirements apply to contracts/subcontracts that support Major Defense Acquisition Programs and Major Automated Information Systems over $50 million, regardless of contract type, in accordance with DoD Manual 5000.04-M-1, Cost and Software Data Reporting (CSDR) Manual, and DoD Instruction 5000.73, Cost Analysis Guidance and Procedures
| 8 | SPEC | SPEC | 3.1.3.5 | Does the Government intend for all turret slew commands go through the mission computer, or can it go from the hand controller to the CEU to the turret? | No | Specification section 3.1.3.5 has been updated. |
| 9 | SOW | SOW | 3.12.3 - 3rd paragraph | Can the government please provide a copy of CH53-K Program Protection Plan? | No | The Government expects the vendor to provide its list of CPI and the Government will update the PPP accordingly. |
| 10 | SPEC | SPEC | 3.1.1.4 | 3.1.1.4 Discrete Control – The referenced document does not seem to be available. When will this document become available for potential vendor/providers? | No | This Specification section has been deleted. The interface information is provided in section 3.1.3.8. |
| 11 | SPEC | SPEC | 3.1.3.5 | Can the USG please provide to su the ICD for the Turret Slewing Interface? | No | The Government has updated Specification section 3.1.3.5 in order to clarify the requirement. The Contractor should not require an ICD in order to meet this requirement. |
| 13 | SPEC | SPEC | 3.4 | Can the USG please provide specifications AC1424059-1S as soon as possible? | No | Specification AC1424059-IS is a classified document. In the Final RFP package, the announcement will specify the RFP package contains a classified component. The vendor will have to submit a DD254 for review and approval. Once the DD254 is approved, the classified document can be shared. |
| 15 | RFP | N/A | N/A | Does the Government intend on awarding the IDIQ and any subsequent Delivery Orders to one Contractor or multiple contractors? | No | The single-award IDIQ contract will be awarded to one (1) Contractor. |
| 16 | RFP | N/A | N/A | Would the Government be open to Performance Based Payments on parts or all of the contract? If so, could the following clauses be added to the Draft Contract Flowdowns FAR 52.232-32, DFAR 252.232-7012, DFAR 252.232-7013. | No | The Government appreciates your feedback. The Government is assessing appropriate contract administration strategy. Please continue to monitor SAM.gov for forthcoming updates on final RFP release. |
| 17 | RFP | N/A | N/A | Will the government provide updated GFM need dates to support prime production schedule? | No | The delivery schedule is in Section F. If an offeror is asking for the Government to furnish material, the offeror shall provide the need dates as a part of its proposal. |
| 18 | RFP | N/A | N/A | What is the anticipated funding release timeline after contract award? Is incremental funding expected? | No | The anticipated funding release timeline will be upon award of each order under the IDIQ. Incremental funding is not anticipated for this effort. |
| 19 | RFP | N/A | N/A | What is the expected proposal submittal date after the final RFP? (days after receipt of final RFP) | No | Minimum of 45 calendar days will be alloted to the offeror following RFP release. |
| 20 | Draft Contracts | Delivery Schedule | N/A | Are the delivery dates in the draft contract firm? Does the Govt intend on receiving the VAL/VER assests after the first production deliveries? | No | The Contractor should propose to the dates in the final RFP. The Government intends on receiving the VAL/VER assets after the first production deliveries. |
| 22 | RFP | N/A | N/A | What is the assumed contract award date? | No | The estimated contract award for this effort is anticipated to be on or before 2nd Qtr FY26. |
| 23 | SPEC | Aircraft Position | 3.1.4.2 | Please confirm that aircraft EGI provides data over 1553/Ethernet bus. | No | The EGI supplies Nav Data to the Avionics Missions System (AMS) over 1553. Nav Data from AMS to the FLIR System can be over 1553 or Ethernet, and will be dependent on the architecture of the future FLIR System in accordance with Specification section 3.1.3.6. |
| 24 | SPEC | Laser boresighting | 3.1.4.1 | Is the aircraft going to provide LDR boresight status to be displayed with the FLIR symbology? | No | The Specification has been updated to reflect removal of LDR Boresight. |
| 25 | SPEC | FLIR System Requirements | 3.1.1.2.3, 3.1.1.2.4, 3.1.1.2.5 | What are the required accuracies for each pointing mode? | No | The Specification has been updated to clarify the requirement. |
| 26 | SPEC | Video Interface | 3.1.3.3 | Will both video outputs contain symbology? Will they need to be independent outputs? | No | 1. Video outputs from the FLIR when installed for CH-53K and in operational mode shall be "clean" (or no symbology burned into the video). The offeror will have the option to display embedded symbology during maintenance functions in accordance with the following Specification sections: |
| 3.1.4 | FLIR Data Display | |||||
| 3.1.4.1 | Sensor Video Symbology |
The FLIR may have the ability to turn on (and off) symbology in accordance with Specification section 3.13.2, Off Aircraft Maintenance.
2. Yes. There will be a need for independent outputs.
| 27 | SPEC | Identification | 3.2.4.10.2 | In paragragh 3.2.4.10.2, should "DETECT" be "ID"? | No | Specification section 3.2.4.10.2 will be updated. |
| 28 | SPEC | Target/Range Accuracy | 3.2.5.4 | Is accuracy Circular Error Probable (CEP) or Root Mean Square (RMS)? | No | Spec updated for clarity. |
| 29 | SPEC | Laser Counter Measures (CCM) | 3.4 | Can the Govt provide AC14240459-1S document? If so, when will the document be provided? | No | Specification AC1424059-IS is a classified document. In the Final RFP package, the announcement will specify the RFP package contains a classified component. The vendor will have to submit a DD254 for review and approval. Once the DD254 is approved, the classified document can be shared. |
| 30 | SOW/Draft Contract | Overall Clarification | N/A | Can you elaborate on the requirements for the Design Reviews referenced in the SOW? | No | SOW updated for clarity. |
| 31 | Draft Contract | N/A | N/A | Is CLIN 0001 intended to be intial integration or recurring retrofit? | No | CLIN 0001 is intended for just the initial integration. |
| 32 | RFP | N/A | N/A | Can an overall program schedule with phases (integration, test, production etc.) be provided? | No | Information provided in the RFP is sufficient for proposal purposes. |
| 33 | N/A | N/A | N/A | Can the Government clarify the differences between A-kit and B-kit in this specific effort? | No | Please refer to Sow Para 3.10.4 and 3.10.5 |
| 36 | SPEC | 3.2.4 Infrared Optics | N/A | Is there a threshold and objective resolution requirement (e.g., 720p)? | No | Paragraph 3.1.3.3 Video Interface has been updated to reflect 1080i is the requirement. |
| 38 | SPEC | 3.4 Laser CCM | 3.4 Laser CCM | What level of CCM is required? | No | Specification AC1424059-IS is a classified document. In the Final RFP package, the announcement will specify the RFP package contains a classified component. The vendor will have to submit a DD254 for review and approval. Once the DD254 is approved, the classified document can be sent shared. |
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