Input-Output Controller & Associated parts

The Department of the Navy Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA) is seeking to procure twelve (12) fully assembled and factory tested Input-Output Controllers (IOCs) for the Navigation Critical Data System (NCDS) upgrade on naval vessels LHA 6, LPD 31, and LPD 32. The solicitation (N6449824Q5129) requires contractors to assemble IOCs in accordance with provided technical data packages, conduct factory acceptance testing, and support integration with the Alteration Installation Team and ship's force. Contractors must also implement a parts obsolescence program and adhere to OPSEC and CUI requirements. The current proposal response deadline is January 31, 2025, following multiple amendments that have extended the original August 28, 2024 closing date. First Article Testing is mandatory, and contractors will need to meet specific technical specifications detailed in the provided documentation.

This procurement is designated as a total small business set-aside under NAICS code 334111 for Electronic Computer Manufacturing, with a size standard of 1,250 employees. The contract will be a fixed-price procurement with specific delivery dates: September 2025 for LPD 31, December 2025 for LHA 6, and January 2027 for LPD 32. The place of performance is Philadelphia, PA 19112. While the exact award value is not specified in the documents, the procurement involves complex electronic hardware for critical naval navigation systems. The technical requirements are comprehensive, including detailed testing protocols, data reporting requirements, and strict compliance with government specifications. Interested small businesses must carefully review the technical data packages and be prepared to meet rigorous manufacturing and testing standards for these sophisticated navigation system components.