PASM Sources Sought_15Oct2024 FINAL.pdf

CUI

Precision Attack Strike Munition (PASM) Sources Sought

Previous Notice ID: N00019-23-RFPRFQ-WPM242-0209 Current Notice PID: N00019-25-RFPREQ-WPM242-0043

(NAICS: 336414, PSC: 1410)

DISCLAIMER: THIS SOURCES SOUGHT IS FOR INFORMATIONAL AND PLANNING

PURPOSES ONLY. IT IS A MARKET RESEARCH TOOL TO DETERMINE POTENTIAL AND

ELIGIBLE FIRMS CAPABLE OF MEETING THE REQUIREMENTS DESCRIBED HEREIN. THIS

IS NOT A REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL. IT DOES NOT CONSTITUTE A SOLICITATION AND

SHALL NOT BE CONSTRUED AS A COMMITMENT BY THE GOVERNMENT. RESPONSES IN

ANY FORM ARE NOT OFFERS AND THE GOVERNMENT IS UNDER NO OBLIGATION TO

AWARD A CONTRACT OR AN OTHER TRANSACTION AGREEMENT AS A RESULT OF THIS

ANNOUNCEMENT. NO FUNDS ARE AVAILABLE TO PAY FOR PREPARATION OF

RESPONSES TO THIS ANNOUNCEMENT. ANY INFORMATION SUBMITTED BY

RESPONDENTS TO THIS TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION IS STRICTLY VOLUNTARY.

INTRODUCTION

Naval Air Systems Command at Patuxent River, MD is conducting additional market research to determine if there are any responsible sources that have the capability, experience and facilities required to support the rapid development, maturation, integration, prototyping, test, qualification and initial fielding of prototype Precision Attack Strike Munition (PASM) units, formerly referred to as the Long Range Attack Missile (LRAM) weapon system in support of the United States Marine Corps (USMC).

This additional market research will refresh the list of responsible sources based on updated requirements received from the USMC.

REQUIREMENTS

The USMC requires a Vertical Takeoff and Landing (VTOL) Family of Systems (FoS) aircraft agnostic, network enabled, long-range precision weapon that will generate an asymmetric advantage in range, standoff, and lethality to deter/destroy both maritime and land-based targets. The USMC’s desired PASM solution is for a Weapons Open System Architecture (WOSA) design that allows modularity trade-space for various mission specific payloads with a minimum total payload weight capacity of 25 pounds (lbs.) to include a weapon seeker and warhead (but excludes fuel weight), while relying on a Universal Armaments Interface (UAI) for launch platform integration. The Naval Air Systems Command is considering awarding an Other Transaction Agreement (OTA), pursuant to 10 U.S.C. 4022 “Authority of the Department of Defense to carry out certain prototype projects,” for PASM in FY2025.

The prototype effort must result in early operational capability (EOC) of thirty-six (36) fieldable prototypes in FY27. If NAVAIR elects to move forward with an OTA, the prototype project may provide for the award of a follow-on production contract.

The objective of this notice is to help the Government determine if there are existing sources with the capability and experience to rapidly prototype, integrate, test and field a long-range, network-enabled weapon system capable of launch from an AH-1Z Vertical Takeoff and Landing (VTOL) platform, for proof of concept, to meet the following threshold requirements:

Attribute Threshold Range (sea level, standard day)

Guided range shall be greater than 150 nm.

Aircraft Employment Envelope

PASM shall be launch capable from AH-1Z at launch speeds of 120 KTS or less, with a maximum drop of 250 feet or less at all mission flight profiles, without requiring launch specific maneuvers.

Speed (minimum) PASM shall have a minimum no-stall flight speed of no less than or equal to 120 KTS

Speed (maximum) PASM shall have a maximum flight speed of no greater than or equal to 285 KTS.

Quantity of Carriage A minimum of two (2) PASM shall be able to be carried per hard-point on an AH-1Z.

Weight PASM all-up-round (AUR) shall weigh less than or equal to 200 lbs.

Shipboard Compatibility PASM shall meet USN qualifications for compatibility with all air-capable ships.

Probability of Hit (Ph) PASM shall have a probability of hit of >= 85% against stationary ground targets and moving maritime targets with a specific Designated Point of Impact (DPI).

Network Enabled Capability PASM shall be capable of performing pre-launch net entry (inhibited control) and post launch Network Enabled Weapon Commands via tactical data link in accordance with MIL-STD 6016-G.

Human Machine Interface PASM shall be capable of receiving pre-planned and immediate tasking post host-vehicle takeoff, but prior to weapon launch, via a Government Furnished Equipment (GFE) tablet with a specific time of arrival (TOA).

Common Interface Standards PASM must comply with Universal Armament Interface (UAI) standards.

Modularity PASM shall be WOSA compliant and provide a modular architecture capable of interchanging existing GFE kinetic and non-kinetic payloads or other government-directed equipment at the Intermediate Level Maintenance Facility.

Early Operational Capability

(EOC)

The Program Office delivers a minimum of 36 PASM, storage containers, all specific manuals, training, support equipment, load trainer, and test equipment for an AH-1Z squadron by FY27.

SUBMITTAL INFORMATION

Interested persons may submit a Capability Statement package identifying their interest and capability to respond to the requirement or submit proposals. Only Capability Statements received on or before 15 working days after the posting date of this Notice will be considered by the Government. A determination by the Government not to compete this proposed contract action based upon responses to this Notice is solely within the discretion of the Government. Capability Statements received will normally be considered solely for the purpose of determining whether to conduct a competitive procurement. Capability Statements submitted should be pertinent and specific in the technical/management/business area under consideration, on each of the following qualifications:

1. What type of work has your company performed in the past in support of the same or similar requirement?

2. If your company is capable of delivery of thirty-six (36) prototype All-up-rounds in FY27, please provide an explanation for how your company is able to feasibly achieve this requirement.

3. Please provide an overview of your company’s solution and technical approach with descriptions of major tasks/milestones to be performed. Identify pertinent Technology Readiness Level, major technical risks, feasible risk mitigation efforts, and anticipated schedule.

Level Definition

TRL 9 Actual system proven through successful mission operation.

TRL 8 Actual system completed and qualified through test and demonstration.

TRL 7 System prototype demonstration in an operational environment.

TRL 6 System/subsystem model or prototype demonstration in a relevant environment.

TRL 5 Component and/or breadboard validation in a relevant environment.

TRL 4 Component and/or breadboard validation in a laboratory environment.

TRL 3 Analytical and experimental critical function and/or characteristic proof of concept.

TRL 2 Technology concept and/or application formulated.

TRL 1 Basic principles observed and reported.

Table 1: Technology Readiness Level (TRL) Definitions Table

4. Does your company require Government provided information, equipment, or material

(GPI/E/M) in order for your solution to meet the attributes and thresholds addressed in this notice? If so, please clarify the degree to which GPI/E/M will be requested or required.

5. Does your company have a Rough Order of Magnitude (ROM) cost estimate, anticipated Period of Performance, and if applicable, anticipated cost sharing arrangement to meet the attributes and thresholds addressed in this notice? If so, please provide the information for Government consideration.

6. Does your company have experience working with complex system of systems efforts, including multiple software packages, prototype weapons systems, engineering services and hardware/software integration of this nature? If so, please provide details.

7. Can or has your company managed a team of subcontractors before? If so, please cite contracts and teaming arrangement(s).

8. What specific technical skills does your company possess which will ensure its capability to meet the requirements identified above? If your company will be teaming or utilizing subcontractors, please include information regarding which work the subcontractor(s) will be responsible for and how the prime will determine the subcontractor is capable of accomplishing the work.

9. Would a fixed price type Contract or Other Transaction prevent the ability for your company to propose if phasing/spiral development or other element of modular contracting were provided?

10. Provide a statement including current small/large business status and company profile to include number of employees, annual revenue history, office locations, CAGE code, DUNS number, etc.

11. Respondents to this notice must also indicate whether they qualify as a Small, Small Disadvantaged, Small Disadvantaged Veteran Owned Small Business, Women-Owned, 8(a), HUB Zone, Service Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business Concern, or Non-Traditional Defense Contractor.

Interested parties are advised against submitting a Capability Statement that merely mimics information in this Notice, provides brochure-like information, or provides general information. Responses to this Notice are not to exceed 20 pages in length on 8.5 x 11 inch paper with one inch margins and font no smaller than 10 points Times New Roman. The Government requests that respondents deliver responses electronically via e-mail in Microsoft Word or PDF format with proper data markings for unclassified and proprietary information no later than 15 working days after the posting date of this Notice.

Classified material SHALL NOT be submitted. All submissions shall include this Sources Sought Notice Reference Number, company name, company address, CAGE code, Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) number, and a point-of-contact who is able to discuss the Capability Statement submitted. Point-of contact information shall include name, position, phone number, and email address.

Acknowledgment of receipt will be provided. All information submitted will be adequately safeguarded from unauthorized disclosure in accordance with FAR 15.207. All submissions shall be clearly marked with the following caption: Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI), Releasable to Government Agencies for Evaluation Purposes Only.

Responses that fail to comply with the above instructions or present ideas not pertinent to subject, may not be reviewed. All information received in response to this Notice that is marked proprietary will be handled accordingly. Information submitted in response to this Notice is submitted at no cost to the

Government and will not be returned. The Government is under no obligation to provide responses or comments to information received from interested persons, but may request additional information following review. Note: If an interested person is a foreign concern or if a U.S. interested person has a team member or partner who is a foreign entity, adherence to all International Traffic and Arms Regulations (ITAR) is required.

Responses to this Notice shall be sent via email to Emily Burghardt at emily.h.burghardt.civ@us.navy.mil. Responses transmitted by any other means (e.g., by telephone, telefax, mail, etc.), other than those transmitted by e-mail to Emily Burghardt, will not be considered.