RFI_Sources_Sought_Synopsis_HH-60W Link-16 ACM.pdf

Sources Sought Synopsis:

HH-60W Link-16 Advanced Capability Modernization

Upgrade and Replacement of Link-16 TacNet Tactical Radio on HH-60W

CAUTION:

This Sources Sought is being conducted for informational purposes and market research only to locate additional Sources that may possess the expertise, capabilities, and experience to perform an upgrade and replacement of the Link-16 TacNet Tactical Radio (TTR) with the KOR-24A Small Tactical Terminal (STT) on the HH-60W helicopter fleet.

The level of security clearance and amount of foreign participation in this requirement has not been determined. Contractors/Institutions responding to this Sources Sought are placed on notice that participation in this survey may not ensure participation in future solicitations or contract awards.

The government will not reimburse participants for any expenses associated with preparing or submitting information in response to this notice. The Government may use the information provided to develop its acquisition strategy, statement of work/objectives, and performance specifications. Respondents are responsible for clearly marking any proprietary or competition-sensitive information contained in their submissions.

PURPOSE/DESCRIPTION

The Government is conducting market research to identify potential sources that possess the expertise, capabilities, engineering services, and experience to meet the technical, logistical, and modification requirements for the HH-60W Link-16 system.

The primary objective of this effort is to replace the existing Link-16 TacNet Tactical Radio (TTR) on the HH-60W helicopter fleet with the KOR-24A Small Tactical Terminal (STT). This upgrade is necessary to address validated requirements for Advanced Capability (AC) and Cryptographic Modernization (CM). The current TTR is not currently capable of incorporating these required updates, which will lead to the HH-60W being denied access to the Link-16 network and facing significant operational limitations and supply challenges.

This modification will resolve these issues by providing a modernized, compliant, and sustainable Link-16 capability, ensuring HH-60W crews can operate effectively in modern contested environments.

The scope of the effort includes, but is not limited to, the following:

• Non-Recurring Engineering (NRE): Perform all engineering activities required for the successful integration of the STT into the HH-60W platform.

• System Integration:

• Physical & Electrical: Design and manufacture an adapter plate to use existing mounting holes, design a new location for the upper RF antenna, perform structural and electrical load analyses, and integrate a new power conditioning unit. The design should maximize the reuse of existing aircraft components.

• Functional & Software: Ensure all existing LINK-16 functionality is maintained. Verify STT compatibility in a Software Integration Lab (SIL) and provide all necessary technical data and required software updates to the Advanced Mission Computer (AMC) and Flight Management System (FMS).

• Technical Data: Develop and deliver a complete Technical Data Package (TDP), a modification Time Compliance Technical Order (TCTO), and all necessary Technical Order (TO) updates.

• Prototyping and Production: Manufacture and deliver two (2) trial installation/kit proof units and ninety-eight (98) production kits for a total of 100 HH-60W aircraft.

• Verification and Testing: Develop and execute a validation and verification plan, conduct testing, and deliver test plans and reports. The contractor shall also provide a method to load the STT Operational Flight Program (OFP) using a standard computer.

• Program Management: Provide comprehensive program management to ensure all requirements are met on schedule and within budget. This includes managing subcontractors and any Diminishing Manufacturing Sources/Material Shortages (DMS/MS) issues.

• Cybersecurity: Provide information on known cyber vulnerabilities and evidence of cyber hardening for the proposed system.

INSTRUCTIONS:

1. Below is a document containing a description of the HH-60W Link-16 Upgrade requirement and a Contractor Capability Survey, which allows you to provide your company's capability.

2. If, after reviewing these documents, you desire to participate in the market research, you should provide documentation that supports your company's capability in meeting these requirements. Failure to provide documentation may result in the government being unable to adequately assess your capabilities.

3. If you lack sufficient experience in a particular area, please provide details explaining how you would overcome the lack of experience/capabilities in order to perform that portion of the requirement (i.e., teaming, subcontracting, etc.). Both large and small businesses are encouraged to participate in this Market Research. Joint ventures or teaming arrangements are encouraged.

CONTRACTOR CAPABILITY SURVEY

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:

336413

• 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)

• Central Contractor Registration (CCR): (Yes / No)

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

Written responses, no facsimiles or e-mails please, must be received no later than close of business [Response Date]. Please mail two (2) copies of your response to:

[Mailing Address for Responses] [Attn: Point of Contact] [City, State, ZIP]

Questions relative to this market survey should be addressed to [Contracting Officer Name/Title] (e-mail: [email address]) or [Alternate Contact] (e-mail: [email address]).

Part II. Capability Survey Questions

A. General Capability Questions:

1. Describe briefly the capabilities of your facility and the 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. What quality assurance processes and test qualification practices does your company employ? Please provide a description of your quality program (ISO 9001, AS9100, etc.).

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

5. 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.

6. Describe your company's capability to obtain or manufacture special tools/test equipment.

7. What is your company's current maximum production capacity for kits per month? Provide information on any facility reserves you may possess to increase production capacity.

8. Include a detailed listing of facilities and equipment, including quantities, required to satisfy the requirements of this effort.

a. Provide an outline of the proposed process, including inspections.

B. Hardware Production Questions:

1. Describe your capability and experiences in the manufacturing/fabrication of components, such as mounting plates and installation kits.

C. Software Development Questions:

1. Is your company's software development processes certified to the Carnegie Mellon Capability Maturity Model? If so what level of certification have you achieved and what is the date of your certification.

2. Describe your capabilities and experience in managing software development projects, including subcontractor involvement. Include any experience in project planning, work breakdown structures, resource allocations, schedule tracking, risk analysis, and cost management.

D. Repair and Support Questions:

1. Describe your capabilities and experience in modifying existing systems/equipment (hardware and software) to solve integration and support problems.

2. Describe your capabilities and experience in developing/modifying installation or maintenance procedures, including associated upgrades of technical orders.

3. Describe your configuration management processes and how you identify and resolve parts obsolescence and diminishing manufacturing sources (DMS/MS) problems.

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

E. Commerciality Questions:

1. Are there established catalog or market prices for this requirement? If you offer this product and/or service to both U.S. Government and commercial sources, is the same workforce used for both the U.S. Government and general public? Is our requirement offered to both under similar terms and conditions? Briefly describe any differences.

2. Describe your standard warranty and return process for goods and services furnished to the government for items similar in nature to this requirement.