ADC MK2 Mod 3 Torpedo Countermeasure Device Notification on Intention to Award

*** NOTICE TO BIDDERS ***Industry Viewing of the Mk 2, and Mk 3/4

The Naval Sea Systems Command will make available a Mk 2 and a Mk 3/4 for viewing by qualified offerors from 13 November through 14 November 2008. The assembly will be available for viewing at:

Submarine Undersea Defensive Systems Branch (Code C/436) Address of KEYPORT Front Gate (for Pass & ID): 610 Dowell Street, Keyport, WA. 98345-7610

Meeting Place: Building 478N Offerors will need to check in at Pass & ID.

POC:Kevin KerstetterEmail: Kevin.Kerstetter@navy.milPH: (360)315-7410FAX: (360)396-2037

Contracting Officer: Elizabeth BauerEmail: elizabeth.bauer@navy.milPH: (202) 781-3885FAX: (202) 781-4773

Those offerors requesting access to this equipment must:

a. Complete and submit the DD 254 (Attachment F) of the solicitation to the Contracting Officer.

b. Must submit a visit request to Kevin Kerstetter and copy the Contracting Officer that:

1. Lists the names, phone numbers and company affiliation of each person to view the assembly.

2. Certify that these persons are U.S. Citizens.

3. Offerors should submit requests and security clearance information to Kevin Kerstetter and copy the Contracting Officer, via above fax or email, NLT 11/06/08. If they want to submit their requests via JPAS at https://jpas.dsis.dod.mil the SMO is 002536. Offerors should be directed to follow up submission to JPAS with an email to Kevin Kerstetter to make sure their visit is authorized. 4. Once the offeror has been approved they need to contact Kevin Kerstetter to schedule access time(s).

Offerors should report any problems obtaining access to the Contracting Officer, Ms. Elizabeth Bauer at (202) 781-3885 or elizabeth.bauer@navy.mil.

The Mk 2 and Mk 3/4 will be made available for viewing subject to the following rules and procedures:

VIEWING RULES AND PROCEDURES1. Only cleared personnel may view the assembly. Authorized Government personnel will check with the approved access roster and schedule viewing time.

2. No disassembly or photography of the assembly will be allowed. The assemblies' side covers are removed to allow a view of the interior. Electro- Static Discharge safety procedures must be observed when near the assembly.

3. Personnel inspecting the assembly shall be logged in and out of the viewing room, and must be escorted at all times by an authorized Government representative.

4. Only one offeror at a time will be permitted to inspect the equipment.

5. Offerors will be limited to 2-hour viewing sessions, with a maximum of five offeror personnel in each session.

6. Government personnel will not answer any offeror questions related to the assembly or the solicitation. All questions must be submitted to the Contracting Officer and Nydia Roman Albertorio, Code: SEA-02625A, Naval Sea Systems Command 1333 Isaac Hull Avenue, SE, Stop 2050, Washington, DC, 20636-2050, nydia.romanalbertori@navy.mil.

7. A Government representative will maintain a log record of access. As a minimum, the record shall include individuals name, company affiliation, and date and time of visit. This log shall be provided to the Contracting Officer at the close of the viewing period.

The Navy plans to issue a Request for Proposal (RFP) on or about 8 September 2008 to encourage industry participation in the production of the Acoustic Device Countermeasure MK2 Mod 3 devices. The MK 2 Mod 3 device is 3 inches in diameter, submarine launched expendable countermeasure device developed to provide SSN, SSBN, and SSGN submarines the capability to counter torpedo threats. The Government contemplates award of a Firm Fixed Price (FFP) contract, with Cost Plus Fixed Fee (CPFF) components for engineering services and Cost Reimbursement (Cost Only) CLINs for other direct costs resulting from this solicitation. The requirement consists of a base year and up to four (4) one-year options with a possible annual quantity of 100-850 units per year.

The RFP and related files listed under the solicitation will be issued electronically. Vendors wishing an electronic copy may download it directly to their workstation on or after the issue date by accessing the following address via the internet site or URL: http://www.neco.navy.mil. The drawings for this procurement may be obtained by contacting Nydia Roman Albertorio at nydia.romanalbertori@navy.mil. The specifications for the MK 2 Mod 3 are classified as Confidential. Accordingly, those intending to submit a proposal must submit the following information: the companys physical address, classified address, cage code, and point of contact for the information. The drawings will not be released until the RFP has been issued and approval has been obtained by the NAVSEA security office. Offerors may send in their security information early so the drawings can be issued, if approved, at or about the same time as the RFP.

This is not an RFP, a promise to issue an RFP, or a promise by the Government to pay for information received in response to this synopsis or any subsequent synopsis. This information is subject to modification and in no way binds the Government to award a contract.

Please submit all comments and questions with the name of the procurement included in the subject line of your email to Elizabeth Bauer, Code: SEA-02625, Naval Sea Systems Command; 1333 Isaac Hull Avenue, SE, Stop 2050, Washington, DC, 20636-2050, elizabeth.bauer@navy.mil, (202) 781-3885 or Nydia Roman Albertorio, (202) 781-2141, nydia.romanalbertori@navy.mil.

The purpose of this announcement is to instruct potential offerors to submit the following information to receive the ADC MK2 Mod 3 specifications classified CONFIDENTIAL upon release of the subject RFP: 1) Company Point of Contact 2) Physical address 3) Classified address 4) CAGE Code Information should be sent to James Scharrer, SEA 02622S, via email at james.scharrer@navy.mil no later than 15 June 2007.

The Naval Sea Systems Command has a requirement to procure Acoustic Device Countermeasure (ADC) MK2 Mod 3 devices. The ADC Mk 2 is a 3-inch diameter, submarine launched, expendable countermeasure device developed to provide SSN, SSBN and SSGN submarines the capability to counter torpedo threats. To fulfill this requirement, NAVSEA will issue a RFP soliciting Firm-Fixed-Price proposals from industry. The requirement consists of a base year and up to four (4) one-year options. The estimated annual quantity is 100 850 units per year based on annual requirements. The RFP will also include requirements for technical/engineering services, and technical data. The specifications for the ADC MK2 Mod 3 are classified CONFIDENTIAL. Accordingly, those intending to submit a proposal must provide evidence of a valid facility security clearance, a classified mailing address, and a CAGE code. This will be a full and open competition. The RFP will be available from www.neco.na! vy.mil. *****