Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) Multiple Award Contract (MAC) in support of the E-6B Mercury Aircraft.
ID: N00019-24-RFPREQ-APM271-0209Type: Sources Sought
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE NAVYNAVAL AIR SYSTEMS COMMANDPATUXENT RIVER, MD, 20670-5000, USA
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    The Department of Defense, through the Naval Air Systems Command, is conducting market research for an Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) Multiple Award Contract (MAC) to support the E-6B Mercury Aircraft. This procurement aims to gather information on the capabilities of both large and small businesses to provide a range of services, including engineering, logistics support, systems integration, and software development, essential for the aircraft's lifecycle management and mission operations. The IDIQ MAC will facilitate competitive awards for delivery and task orders over a ten-year period, with the anticipated Request for Proposal release in the first quarter of FY2026 and contract awards expected in the first quarter of FY2027. Interested vendors are encouraged to submit their qualifications and capabilities by contacting Lisa Troccoli or Randy Putnam via email, as detailed in the opportunity overview.

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    The document is a Sources Sought Response for an Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) Multiple Award Contract concerning the Airborne Strategic Command, Control, and Communications (ASC3) Program Office (PMA-271). It seeks information from companies regarding their capabilities and qualifications to fulfill contractual requirements associated with advanced communication systems for military applications. Key elements include company identification details, business size and socio-economic status, and a series of inquiries assessing the firm's qualifications across functional areas including communications systems integration, systems architecture design, maintenance and modification of air vehicles, systems engineering, software design, systems security engineering, and sustainment support. The document outlines specific requirements for responses, such as capabilities in handling classified information, certifications (e.g., ISO, FAA), past performance, and potential partnerships with subcontractors. Further, it invites feedback on the proposed contract type, periods of performance, NAICS codes, and competition barriers in the industry. Overall, it serves as a pre-solicitation tool for the government to gauge industry interest, capabilities, and input before formally issuing a request for proposals (RFP).
    The document is a Sources Sought Notice issued by the Airborne Strategic Command, Control, and Communications (ASC3) Program Office seeking input from industry to inform an Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) Multiple Award Contract (MAC). It outlines the requirements for companies to respond with their qualifications, capabilities, and business sizes under various North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) codes. Key areas of focus include mission communications systems, air vehicle maintenance, systems engineering, software design, and sustainment support. Respondents must provide details about their ability to perform specific tasks related to communications, systems architecture, engineering processes, cybersecurity, and logistics support. The document also encourages small businesses to identify teaming partnerships and addresses limitations on subcontracting, intending to promote small business participation. Additionally, the government seeks feedback on contract structure, performance periods, and potential barriers to competition. Overall, this notice aims to gather information to structure a future solicitation effectively, ensuring adequate competition and capability alignment within the aerospace sector.
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