RFI MC-130J Radar.pdf

Request for Information

UPGRADE OF THE MC-130J RTP TO THE WC-130J

RTP APN-241 RADAR

CAUTION:

The Government is conducting market research to identify potential sources that possess the expertise, capabilities, and experience to meet the qualification requirements. Potential sources must possess the ability to Upgrade the MC-130J RTP APN-241 Radar to the WC-130J configuration to support MC-130J CR-2M developmental testing. THIS IS A REQUEST FOR INFORMATION (RFI) ONLY. In accordance with FAR 52.215-3, this RFI is issued solely for information and planning purposes- it does not constitute a Request for Proposal (RFP) or a promise to issue an RFP in the future. This request for information does not commit the Government to contract for any supply or service whatsoever.

Responders are advised that the U.S. Government will not reimburse participants for any expenses incurred in response to this RFI; all costs associated with responding to this RFI will be solely at the interested party’s expense. Not responding to this RFI does not preclude participation in any future RFP nor does it ensure participation, if any is issued. If a solicitation is released, it will be synopsized on the Federal Business Opportunities (SAM.gov) website. It is the responsibility of the potential offerors to monitor this site for additional information pertaining to this requirement.

Potential Sources must be able to install the ANP-241 Radar as well as assist with troubleshooting system discrepancies. Potential Sources must be capable and have access to Northrop equipment. Potential sources would need to have the ability to ensure equipment would be able to detect rain rates in real time directly in front of the aircraft either proving or disproving the capability.

1. The contractor shall upgrade quantity one MC-130J version RTP for the APN-241 Radar to the WC-130J RTP configuration. Northrop Grumman is the OEM for the APN-241 Radar.

2. The following equipment is required to produce a WC-130J RTP and will be provided as

GFE: RTP P/N 780R270G10 (NSN 5841-01-522-1618), Transmitter Module (1A05) P/N 444R372G01 (NSN 5841-01-433-9455), and General-Purpose Processor Module P/N

824R061G06 (NSN 5998-01-534-5169).

3. The provided GFE shall be modified to produce the following configurations: WC-130J

RTP P/N 780R270G13 (NSN 5841-01-546-5654), Transmitter Module (1A05) P/N 444R372G02 (NSN 6130-01-433-9452), and General-Purpose Processor Module P/N

824R061G13 (NSN 5998-01-564-1569).

4. An acceptance test procedure shall be run on the WC-130J RTP configuration and a test report shall be provided in contractor format showing successful completion.

5. Provide engineering support during Developmental Testing not to exceed 320-man hours and provide on-site support at Eglin AFB for two engineers for a total of two 5-day trips.

The proposed acquisition strategy is a fast-moving contract to be complete during Fiscal Year 2025.

The Government has determined that this system is not a commercial item. There are no samples available for potential suppliers to evaluate. The Government anticipates this requirement to be sole source to:

Northrop Grumman Corporation (NGC) CAGE Code: 11982 4065 Colonel Glenn Hwy, Beavercreek Township, OH 45431

INSTRUCTIONS:

1. If, after reviewing this document, you desire to participate in the market research, you should provide documentation that supports your company’s capability in meeting the requirements. Failure to provide documentation may result in the government being unable to adequately assess your capabilities. If you lack sufficient experience in a particular area, please provide details explaining how you would overcome the lack of experience/capabilities to perform that portion of the requirement (i.e., teaming, subcontracting, etc.)

a. Identify any areas of work that your organization believes should be broken out exclusively for Small Business.

2. Both large and small businesses are encouraged to participate in this Market Research.

Joint ventures or teaming arrangements are encouraged.

3. Questions relative to this market survey should be addressed to the Program Manager

(PM).

AFMC/AFLCMC/ WIUAS

ATTN: Tristan Davis; Acquisition Program Manager Bldg. 300 370 Richard Ray Blvd Robins AFB, GA 31098 tristan.davis.11@us.af.mil

UPGRADE OF THE MC-130J RTP TO THE WC-130J RTP RADAR

SUPPORT RESEARCH AND SUPPORT TASK

PURPOSE/DESCRIPTION

The Government is conducting market research to identify potential sources that possess the expertise, capabilities, and experience to meet qualification to upgrade quantity one MC-130J version RTP for the APN-241 Radar to the WC-130J RTP configuration

CONTRACTOR CAPABILITY SURVEY

UPGRADE OF THE MC-130J RTP TO THE WC-130J RTP RADAR

Part I. Business Information

Please provide the following business information for your company/institution and for any teaming or joint venture partners:

• Company/Institute Name:

• Address:

• Point of Contact:

• CAGE Code:

• Phone Number:

• E-mail Address:

• Web Page URL:

• Size of business pursuant to North American Industry Classification System (NAICS)

Code: 541330– Engineering Services.

• Based on the above NAICS Code, state whether your company is:

• Small Business (Yes / No)

• Woman Owned Small Business (Yes / No)

• Small Disadvantaged Business (Yes / No)

• 8(a) Certified (Yes / No)

• HUBZone Certified (Yes / No)

• Veteran Owned Small Business (Yes / No)

• Service Disabled Veteran Small Business (Yes / No)

• System for Award Management (SAM) (Yes / No)

• A statement as to whether your company is domestically or foreign owned (if foreign, please indicate the country of ownership).

Responses to the Capability Survey Part I and Part II must be received no later than close of business 1 December 2024. Please ensure data is in a readable electronic format that can be received through a firewall. Attachments shall not exceed 10 MB per email. Multiple emails are acceptable. Responses must be sent via email to the following:

• Tristan Davis; Program Manager (PM), tristan.davis.11@us.af.mil Tiffany Wilcher; Contract Officer (CO), tiffany.wilcher@us.af.mil Ashley Blann; Contract

Specialist (CS), carolyn.blann@us.af.mil

Questions relative to this market research should be addressed to the PM, Contracting Officer and Contracting Specialist.

Part II. Capability Survey Questions

A. General Capability Questions:

1. Describe briefly the capabilities of your facility and nature of the goods and/or services you provide. Include a description of your staff composition and management structure.

2. Describe your company's past experience on previous projects similar in complexity to this requirement. Include contract numbers, a brief description of the work performed, period of performance, agency/organization supported, and individual point of contact (Contracting Officer or Program Manager).

3. Describe your company's capabilities for generating, handling, processing and storing classified material and data.

4. Describe your company's capabilities and experience in generating technical data, engineering drawings and manuals. Identify what software programs are utilized to generate these data products and what formats are available for delivered items.

5. What is your company’s current maximum capacity per month for this particular type of requirement? Provide information on any facility reserves you may possess to increase capacity in the event of an immediate need do to critical operational mission requirements.

6. What quality assurance processes and test qualification practices does your company employ? Provide a description of your quality program (ISO 9001, AS9100, etc.).

a. Provide a detailed quality plan implementing AS9100 (or equivalent).

B. Services Questions

1. Describe your services capabilities and experience with regard to the requirements of this effort.

2. Describe your capabilities and experience in developing/modifying procedures. Include associated upgrade of technical orders and preparation of new technical orders.

mailto:carolyn.blann@us.af.mil

3. Demonstrate your ability and experience for the same or similar services, which are currently provided in the commercial and/or military environment by providing the following information on the same or similar items:

a) Contract Number

b) Procuring Agency

c) Contract Value

d) Services Provided

4. Describe your process for maintaining inventory records and reporting on hand/work-in-process balance and manufacturing status to your customer as required.

5. How will your organization address the absence of drawings, specifications, technical data, test procedures, etc.

6. If your company can not perform the entirety of the requirement what part could or would your company be able to perform. Provide specific info on what could be broken out for your company’s performance.