T-ARC(X) International Workboat Show RFI.pdf

REQUEST FOR INFORMATION FOR PEO SHIPS PMS325 T-ARC(X) INFORMATION SESSIONS

INTRODUCTION

On behalf of the Auxiliary and Special Mission Shipbuilding Program Office (PMS325), the Naval Sea

Systems Command (NAVSEA) announces Information Sessions to be held during the 2023 International

WorkBoat Show (IWBS). IWBS participation is not required to attend these Information Sessions and admission will be free of charge. The objective is to inform the industry community of the anticipated program office acquisition schedule and contract requirements and receive industry feedback on acquisition plan, requirements, and their current capabilities. The purpose of this Sources Sought is to inform Industry of the events and to determine interest in attendance and participation.

DISCLAIMER

This RFI announcement is not a contract, a request for proposal, a promise to contract, or a commitment of any kind on the part of the Navy. Please note that the Navy will not reimburse participants for any expenses associated with this RFI. The Navy will not assume liability for any costs incurred, therefore, any costs incurred in response to this notice are not considered an allowable direct charge to the Navy. Not responding to these events will not preclude participation in any future solicitation, if one is issued.

NOTE: If there is a lapse in federal appropriations lasting past 24 November 2023, this event will be canceled.

SUMMARY:

PMS325 Information Sessions will be held during the 2023 International WorkBoat Show (IWBS) on 29

November 2023 and will allow the Navy to interact with industry, learn about current and future marine technology, and assess industry capabilities as they pertain to future Navy Acquisitions. These events will be breakout sessions with individual interested parties. This RFI is for planning purposes only.

DETAILS

DATE/TIME: Wednesday, 29 November 2023 from 9:00am – 4:00pm

LOCATION: The events will be held at the Morial Convention Center, New Orleans, LA

The overall objective of these Industry Engagements is to provide industry and interested parties with information that will assist in the understanding of current technical requirements and the projected near term schedule for a potential Navy Cable Ship (T-ARC(X)) solicitation, and also to gain feedback from industry on interest and availability. The Navy will use this event as part of the market research process. Shipyard representatives, design agents, and other potential industry sources including equipment manufacturers, integrators, system vendors, and suppliers that are interested in potentially participating in future T-ARC(X) procurements are welcome.

Anticipated Information to be covered during engagement events:

1. Current T-ARC(X) program and technical requirements

2. Factors impacting industry interest in the T-ARC(X) program

INSTRUCTIONS TO INTERESTED PARTIES

All parties interested in attending T-ARC(X) Information Sessions at the 2023 IWBS should register with

Elizabeth Lange by 21 November 2023 at elizabeth.lange@caci.com and include the information listed below:

-Company Name

-Point of Contact Name

-POC Email & Phone

-Number of Attendees

-Area(s) of Interest

-Preferred time (morning or afternoon)