INTEGRATION OF COMMERCIAL OFF-THE-SHELF (COTS) AGRICULTURAL GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM (AG GPS)
ID: FA8504R240911AGGPSType: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA8523 AFLCMC WNKDROBINS AFB, GA, 31098-1663, USA

NAICS

Aircraft Manufacturing (336411)

PSC

MODIFICATION OF EQUIPMENT- AIRCRAFT COMPONENTS AND ACCESSORIES (K016)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/cd405f2159df45e782d8b8f172a461cc/view
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Air Force, is conducting market research to identify potential sources for the integration of a NextGen Agricultural Global Positioning System (Ag-GPS) into Electronic Modular Aerial Spray System (EMASS) equipped C-130J aircraft. The primary objective is to replace the obsolete legacy Wingman GPS system to ensure accurate pesticide application while adhering to Environmental Protection Agency standards. This integration is critical for the agricultural application missions conducted by the Air Force, emphasizing the need for technical proficiency and regulatory compliance. Interested contractors are encouraged to submit their capabilities documentation by October 11, 2024, and can contact Ryan Fowler at ryan.fowler.7@us.af.mil or Stanley Scott at stanley.scott.5.ctr@us.af.mil for further information.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Ryan Fowler
    ryan.fowler.7@us.af.mil
    Stanley Scott
    stanley.scott.5.ctr@us.af.mil
    Files
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    C-130J Ag-GPS RFI 11 Sep 24 FA850424R0911AGGPS.pdf
    The U.S. Government is conducting market research to identify sources capable of integrating a NextGen Agricultural Global Positioning System (Ag-GPS) into Electronic Modular Aerial Spray System (EMASS) equipped C-130J aircraft for the 910th Airlift Wing in Ohio. This integration is necessary as the current legacy Wingman GPS system has become obsolete. The desired system must ensure accurate pesticide application while complying with Environmental Protection Agency standards. Interested contractors are asked to provide documentation detailing their capabilities for tasks such as developing engineering drawings, Technical Orders, prototype and trial kit installations, and additional production kit deliveries. The RFI encourages participation from both large and small businesses, allowing for joint ventures and teaming arrangements. Critical deadlines for responses are set for October 11, 2024, underscoring the urgency of this research to facilitate potential future procurement activities without binding contractual implications at this stage. The comprehensive nature of the request emphasizes a focus on technical proficiency and regulatory compliance in agricultural application missions conducted by the Air Force.
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