SM-3 RFI All Efforts.pdf

Sea-Based Weapon Systems (SW/AB), SM-3 Guided Missile (ABG) Standard Missile-3 (SM-3) Program

Request for Information

Agency: Missile Defense Agency Office: Sea-Based Weapon Systems Location: Dahlgren, VA NAICS: 336414 – Guided Missile and Space Vehicle Manufacturing

PSC: 1410

RFI Number: MDA22ABRFI01 Notice Type: Request for Information

Synopsis:

1. Description: In accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) Subpart 10.002(b)5.201, the Missile Defense Agency (MDA), Sea-Based Weapon Systems (SW/AB), formerly called Aegis Ballistic Missile Defense (BMD), Guided Missile Program (ABG) is conducting market research to determine interest and capability for sources to fulfill the requirements of the Standard Missile-3 (SM-3) Program.

These requirements include manufacturing, production and delivery of SM-3 Blocks IB and IIA All-Up- Rounds, research and development, production control and operations support, cost management, advanced development systems engineering support, integration, analysis, configuration and data management, information security, quality assurance, safety, hazardous material control and management, parts, material and process management, supplies, logistics, obsolescence monitoring, testing, software quality assurance, and operational sustainment of all SM-3 variants (IA, IB and IIA).

MDA will utilize responses received to develop acquisition strategy alternatives that may include competing all or portions of SM-3 future work. MDA/ABG anticipates contracting for future work is expected to begin in early FY2023 for period(s) of performance up to ten (10) years depending on final approved contract strategy. This Request for Information (RFI) is intended to help MDA/ABG make informed acquisition decisions to:

• Assess the current marketplace and existing industry capabilities to deliver SM-3 capabilities that meet specifications;

• Obtain recommendations from industry on the contract duration/period of performance, acquisition strategies and approaches (including contract type and incentive structures) that are available to support SM-3 Program requirements;

• Identify and assess any major risks to the acquisition;

• Identify and mitigate any potential barriers to competition;

• Determine industry data/information needs to support proposal preparations;

• Outline program cost, cost drivers, potential cost impacts and risks; and

• Identify areas that could be set-aside for small business

This is a RFI for informational planning purposes only and does not constitute a Request for Proposal (RFP), nor is it to be construed as a commitment by MDA. Information submitted will be considered as an exchange of capabilities and may be used as part of the future RFP. MDA will only accept unclassified responses. Classified information shall not be contained in the response. Any proprietary information provided should be properly marked. No RFP/solicitation will be issued at this time.

Participation in this effort is strictly voluntary with no costs incurred or obligations made on behalf of MDA. MDA is in no way bound by the information obtained through this RFI should an RFP/solicitation be issued at a later date. Responses to this notice will not be construed as an offer and will not be accepted by MDA to form a binding contract. Respondent’s information/documents submitted in response to this RFI will not be returned. The Respondent’s information/documents should be complete, informative, and demonstrate clear competencies and expertise in managing, executing, and delivering qualified SM-3 requirements. MDA is conducting an information-driven decision making process that requires additional information to plan and execute successful acquisitions for the SM-3 program. This RFI is part of the overall market research activity to collect, organize, maintain, analyze, and present data in accordance with FAR Subpart 10.002(b).

2. Background: The MDA develops and fields an integrated, layered, Missile Defense System (MDS) to defend the United States, its deployed forces, allies, and friends against all ranges of enemy missiles in all phases of flight. The Sea-Based Weapon Systems (SW/AB) program is the naval component of the MDS and builds upon the Aegis Weapon System (AWS), Standard Missile (SM), Navy and joint forces’ Command, Control and Communication systems. In recognition of its scalability, the SW/AB is a keystone of the European Phased Adaptive Approach (EPAA). The mission of the SM-3 program is to arm the strategic warfighter to defend against short to intermediate-range, unitary and separating, midcourse-phase, ballistic missile threats, now and in the future. The SM-3 variants are multi-stage missiles using hit-to-kill technology to destroy enemy targets.

3. Requirements: This market research is being used to determine the capability of industry. Current industry capabilities will be assessed in terms of demonstrated record of successfully implementing and supporting the following key requirements and considerations for SM-3 acquisition efforts or similar missile-related acquisition efforts in size, scope, and technical complexity. For the scope requirements and considerations identified in Attachments 1 and 2, if the respondent has similar experience or historical information available, MDA requests that responses include the attached information within the requirement/considerations. Respondents are requested to respond to the first section of each attachment, and then must respond to either the first section, second section or both, as well as how each area relates to either the SM-3 Block IB missile, SM-3 Block IIA missile, or both. SM-3 Block IA requires sustainment efforts, and is referenced alongside SM-3 Block IB were applicable.

SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS:

Interested parties are requested to provide an information package in Microsoft Word and searchable Portable Document Format (.pdf) . The submission should be delivered to the attention of the Contracting Officer, Rusty DeSantis, consisting of the following:

1. The capabilities paper shall not exceed 10 pages and must not contain any classified information.

The capabilities paper may include a table of contents, list of tables/figures, and acronyms list, which will not count against the maximum page limitation. The capabilities paper shall be single-spaced, minimum 12-point Times New Roman, and describe corporate experience and/or relevancy in the areas described in the requirements scope. Respondents are required to respond to the first section, General Program Management, and then must respond to either Capability Area 1, Capability Area 2, or both, as well as how each area relates to either the SM-3 Block IB missile, SM-3 Block IIA missile, or both. SM-3 Block IA requires sustainment efforts, and is referenced alongside SM-3 Block IB were applicable. Respondents must fill out the Traceability Matrix in Attachment 1, indicating where in the narrative responses to each issue area are located. Do not submit generic corporate marketing materials for this RFI; it will not be reviewed by MDA.

2. A programmatic response paper of no more than 10 pages, single spaced, minimum 12-point

Times New Roman is requested to address the following acquisition strategy related questions. All respondents must respond to the questions outlined in Attachment 2 – Programmatic Response.

Respondents are requested to respond to the first section, General Program Management, and then must respond to either Programmatic Response Area 1, Programmatic Response Area 2, or both, as well as how each area relates to either the SM-3 Block IB missile, SM-3 Block IIA missile, or both. SM-3 Block IA requires sustainment efforts, and is referenced alongside SM-3 Block IB were applicable. Respondents must fill out the Traceability Matrix in Attachment 2, indicating where in the narrative responses to each issue area are located.

Based on the apparent capability of industry to perform in these areas, MDA reserves the right to develop an acquisition strategy that includes a non-competitive procurement approach. MDA reserves the right to request follow-up information and/or capability presentations from RFI respondents as needed, as a result of the information received from this RFI. The purpose of these follow-up questions and discussions is for MDA to better understand the market capabilities in relation to the various acquisition strategies available for this effort. Information received from follow-up questions and presentations is considered part of the overall market research activity conducted in accordance with FAR Subpart 15.201.

INSTRUCTIONS:

Address all informational packages and questions concerning this RFI in writing via e-mail to the Contracting Officer, Mr. Rusty DeSantis at rusty.desantis@mda.mil.

To help aid with developing responses and understanding Sea-Based Weapon Systems and the SM-3 Program, please go to www.mda.mil, and specifically www.mda.mil/system/aegis_bmd.html. In accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act, RFI submissions will only be accepted electronically.

Responses to this RFI are due no later than 14 calendar days after release at 5:00pm EDT. All submitted information will be handled according to applicable markings. MDA will only accept unclassified responses. Classified information shall not be contained in the response.

Industry is encouraged to respond with information not constrained by proprietary data rights. If proprietary data is included in the reply, the respondent is responsible for appropriate markings.

Participants are responsible for adequately marking proprietary information contained in their response, and any proprietary information MUST be marked as such on a paragraph-by-paragraph basis. MDA intends to use third party, non-Government (contractor) support personnel as subject matter experts in the review of responses received, including the review of any marked or unmarked proprietary information provided. Appropriate non-disclosure agreements have been executed between the third party, non- Government (contractor) support personnel, and the Government, and are on file with MDA. Submission of a response to this RFI constitutes the participant’s acknowledgement and agreement that the information provided in the response, including any marked or unmarked proprietary or source selection information, may be disclosed to these third party, non-Government (contractor) support personnel.

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DISCLAIMER: This RFI is not a Request for Proposal (RFP) and is not to be construed as a commitment by the Government to issue a solicitation or ultimately award a contract. Responses will not be considered as proposals nor will any award be made as a result of this synopsis. All information contained in the RFI is preliminary as well as subject to modification and is in no way binding on the Government. FAR clause 52.215-3, “Request for Information or Solicitation for Planning Purposes”, is incorporated by reference in this RFI. The Government does not intend to pay for information received in response to this RFI.

Responders to this invitation are solely responsible for all expenses associated with responding to this RFI. This RFI will be the basis for collecting information on available capabilities and responses indicating partial capabilities will not be accepted. This RFI is issued solely for information and planning purposes. Proprietary information and trade secrets, if any, must be clearly marked on all materials. All information received in this RFI that is marked “Proprietary” will be handled accordingly. Please be advised that all submissions become Government property and will not be returned nor will receipt be confirmed. In accordance with FAR 15.201(e), responses to this RFI are not offers and cannot be accepted by the Government to form a binding contract.