Sources Sought for AES Recompete 2020.docx

SOURCES SOUGHT ANNOUNCEMENT

Tracking Number: 632000280

The Government is seeking sources for the Defense Spectrum Organization (DSO) Electromagnetic Spectrum (EMS) Acquisition and Analysis Support.

CONTRACTING OFFICE ADDRESS: Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) / Procurement Services Directorate (PSD) / Defense Information Technology Contracting Organization National Capitol Region (DITCO-NCR)

INTRODUCTION:

This is a SOURCES SOUGHT ANNOUNCEMENT to determine the availability and technical capability of small businesses (including the following subsets, Small Disadvantaged Businesses, Certified 8(a), Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses, HUBZone Small Businesses and Woman Owned Small Businesses) to provide the required products and/or services.

The DISA DSO is seeking information for potential sources for EMS Acquisition and Analysis Support. The Contractor shall perform spectrum supportability risk assessments, conduct spectrum analyses, prepare spectrum certification documentation, perform engineering measurements, conduct MIL-STD testing, and provide other Electromagnetic Environmental Effects (E3) engineering services in support of Department of Defense (DoD), National, and Allied developed and/or sustained spectrum-dependent programs. The Contractor shall also conduct E3 analyses for the installation of private sector telecommunications services on Federal property.

Place of Performance:

The primary place of performance will be at the contractor facility, with periodic local travel to DSO facilities and within the NCR. The DSO sites are 2004 Turbot Landing, Annapolis, MD and 6916 Cooper Avenue, Fort George G. Meade, MD 20755-7901.

DISCLAIMER:

THIS SOURCES SOUGHT ANNOUNCEMENT IS FOR INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY. 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 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 SOURCES SOUGHT ANNOUNCEMENT IS STRICTLY VOLUNTARY.

CONTRACT/PROGRAM BACKGROUND:

Contract Number: HC1047-16-D-0010 Contract Type: IDIQ (FFP, CPFF) Incumbent and their size: Peraton Inc. (large business) Method of previous acquisition: full and open competition Period of performance: July 2016 - July 2021

This contract provides support services for the Electromagnetic Spectrum Services (EMS), Applied Engineering Support (AES), Spectrum and E3 Engineering Services. The contract provides Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) and E3 Analyses in support of DOD and non DOD components.

REQUIRED CAPABILITIES:

The Government requires EMS technical support services to provide Spectrum Acquisition and Analysis in support of programs developed or sustained by the DoD Components, Federal Government agencies, and non-Federal Government organizations in the interest of national defense while adhering to the policies delineated in DoD Instruction DoDI 4650.01, and DoDI 3222.03. Please describe your experience in these specific areas of support:

1) Spectrum and E3 engineering support to DoD Components, Federal Agencies, Foreign Military Sales (FMS), and Private Sector on a reimbursable basis.

2) Technical support in the planning, designing, acquiring, and testing of spectrum-dependent systems in the operational electromagnetic environment.

3) E3 analyses and test support to DoD Components, Federal Government agencies, non-Federal Government organizations, and the private sector for installations on Federal Property.

4) Spectrum supportability and E3 risks assessment support for developmental and operational platforms, systems, and equipment.

5) Spectrum certification support including spectrum certification planning and documentation preparation, frequency band selection, and performance of MIL-STD testing.

6) Test and measurement support to evaluate system performance in the operational electromagnetic environment including MIL-STD E3/EMI/HERO testing.

7) Comprehensive management support in the areas of project planning, scheduling, monitoring, reporting and other resources as required.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Must have Secret Facility Clearance. Please identify your current Facility Clearance level.

SOURCES SOUGHT:

The North American Industry Classification System Code (NAICS) for this requirement is 541330 - Engineering Services, with the corresponding size standard of $16.5 million.

To assist DISA in making a determination regarding the level of participation by small business in any subsequent procurement that may result from this Sources Sought, you are also encouraged to provide information regarding your plans to use joint venturing (JV) or partnering. Please outline how you would envision your company's areas of expertise and those of any proposed JV/partner would be combined to meet the specific requirements contained in this announcement.

In order to make a determination for a small business set-aside, two or more qualified and capable small businesses must submit responses that demonstrate their qualifications. Responses must demonstrate the company’s ability to perform in accordance with the Limitations on Subcontracting clause (FAR 52.219-14).

SUBMISSION DETAILS:

Responses should include:

1) Business name and address;

2) Name of company representative and their business title;

3) Type of Small Business;

4) CAGE Code;

5) Your contract vehicles that would be available to the Government for the procurement of the product and/or service, to include ENCORE III, SETI, NIH, NASA SEWP, General Service Administration (GSA): OASIS, ALLIANT II, VETS, STARS II, Federal Supply Schedules (FSS) (including applicable SIN(s)), or any other Government Agency contract vehicle that allows for decentralized ordering. (This information is for market research only and does not preclude your company from responding to this notice.)

Vendors who wish to respond to this should send responses via email NLT 25 May 2020 by 2:00 PM Eastern Daylight Time (EDT) to michael.s.heaney2.civ@mail.mil and gloria.r.norwood.civ@mail.mil. Interested businesses should submit a brief capabilities statement package addressing the specific questions (no more than five pages) and demonstrating ability to perform the services listed under Required Capabilities.

Proprietary information and trade secrets, if any, must be clearly marked on all materials. All information received that is marked Proprietary will be handled accordingly. Please be advised that all submissions become Government property and will not be returned. All government and contractor personnel reviewing submitted responses will have signed non-disclosure agreements and understand their responsibility for proper use and protection from unauthorized disclosure of proprietary information as described 41 USC 423. The Government shall not be held liable for any damages incurred if proprietary information is not properly identified.

Page 4 of 4 Pages 26 Dec2019