The document serves as a combined synopsis and solicitation for a Request for Quotation (RFQ) by the Naval Surface Warfare Center Indian Head Division for commercial items related to development software. The solicitation number is N00174-25-R-0029, and it falls under a Full & Open requirement, anticipating a Firm Fixed Price Contract awarded based on the lowest price. The RFQ includes two software items: Triple Speed Ethernet Altera Development Software and Quartus Prime Software, with specified quantities to be delivered to Indian Head, MD.
Interested offerors must submit their quotations by 9:00 a.m. EST on February 3, 2025, including vital information such as contact details, pricing, and acknowledgment of solicitation amendments. Critical compliance requirements include registration in the System for Award Management (SAM). The document outlines relevant federal acquisition regulations and clauses guiding the procurement process, emphasizing the importance of adhering to standardized procedures. Points of contact for inquiries are provided, ensuring clear communication throughout the solicitation. This RFQ exemplifies structured procurement processes aimed at achieving transparency and competition in government contracting.
The Statement of Work details the requirements for the Altera Quartus Development Software to support the JCREW I1B1 System of Systems, under the sponsorship of NAVSEA, PMS 408. The Software Support Activity (SSA) is tasked with software and firmware sustainment, system integration, and technical insertion, as outlined in the Capabilities Production Document and Life Cycle Sustainment Plan. This ongoing project is vital for the Navy, USAF, and FMS communities, with significant milestones from FY24 to FY28, including full-rate production contracts and operational program releases. The JCREW supports electronic warfare to counter radio-controlled improvised explosive devices (IEDs) and related threats. The document emphasizes the importance of replicating the software development environment of the prime vendor, Northrup Grumman, to maintain software integrity, manage contributions from stakeholders, and ensure compatibility with various platforms. Quartus II will facilitate the analysis, synthesis, and deployment of hardware description language designs, contributing to the agile, responsive capabilities needed for contemporary military operations.