Follow-On Towed Array Integrated Product Team (TAPIT) Telemetry and Compact Towed Array (CTA) Technical Services
ID: N6660425R0130Type: Presolicitation
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE NAVYNUWC DIV NEWPORTNEWPORT, RI, 02841-1703, USA

NAICS

Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing (334511)

PSC

UNDERWATER SOUND EQUIPMENT (5845)

Set Aside

8(a) Sole Source (FAR 19.8) (8AN)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/b52f491cd76c493b9e8e68e0a5d8e732/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Defense, through the Naval Undersea Warfare Center Division Newport (NUWCDIVNPT), intends to award a follow-on Indefinite Quantity/Indefinite Delivery (ID/IQ) contract for Telemetry and Technical Services related to the Towed Array Integrated Product Team (TAIPT). This procurement aims to secure engineering and technical services, including configuration management, component repairs, and technical documentation for sonar arrays, specifically enhancing capabilities for undersea and anti-submarine warfare operations. The contract will be awarded on a Sole Source basis to L3 Technologies, Inc. Chesapeake Sciences, with an anticipated requirement of 40,300 man-hours over a five-year period. Interested parties may submit capability statements for consideration, and further details will be released with the Request for Proposal (RFP) expected around April 2025. For inquiries, contact Kerin Prairie at kerin.m.prairie.civ@us.navy.mil or Andrew Kenyon at andrew.kenyon3.civ@us.navy.mil.

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    I.A.1. SOW FINAL (TAIPT).docx
    The Statement of Work (SOW) outlines the technical services required for Towed Array Integrated Product Team Telemetry by the Naval Undersea Warfare Center Division, Newport (NUWCDIVNPT). The project encompasses engineering support tasks specifically directed at enhancing towed array sensor systems for undersea warfare and anti-submarine warfare operations. Key activities include configuration management, engineering services, component repairs, and technical documentation related to various towed array systems such as TB-29 and TB-34 series. The SOW details performance in specific locations, authorized users, sponsoring offices, funding types, and a structured approach to documentation and compliance, including adherence to various military standards. The contractor will be tasked with conducting engineering studies, failure analysis, diagnostics, and maintenance of telemetry components, with strict reporting requirements and quality assurance measures to ensure high reliability and performance of systems. The purpose of this SOW is to procure comprehensive engineering, repair, and support services for the ongoing advancement and maintenance of towed array systems, ultimately bolstering the operational capability of naval forces.
    I.A.1.1. Parts List.pdf
    The document details a catalog of various components designated by part numbers, primarily focused on electronic and acoustic technologies. The parts listed include various regulators, receivers, transmitters, hubs, nodes, and specialized assemblies crucial for communications and sensor applications. Significant entries include multiple types of shunt regulators, fiber optic receivers, and acoustic nodes, each identified by specific nomenclature and part numbers, indicating their tailored functionality for integration into larger systems. The organization suggests a systematic approach for procurement or grants relevant to federal, state, and local government contracts, highlighting the need for specialized technology in government operations, possibly for defense or research applications. The detailed enumeration of parts implies a focus on enhancing communication capabilities or data processing systems within governmental frameworks. This file serves as a resource for organizations looking to respond to RFPs related to technological advancements in the public sector, consistent with funding and development initiatives across various governmental levels.
    I.H.1. Attachment 1 - Draft Statement of Work.pdf
    The Statement of Work (SOW) outlines the requirements for technical services regarding Towed Array systems within the Naval Undersea Warfare Center Division, Newport. The contract focuses on engineering support for various towed array products and includes responsibilities such as configuration management, repair, and upgrades. Key activities involve providing parts, conducting failure analysis, and engineering studies to enhance reliability and performance. Specific tasks are structured under distinct technical requirements, with defined deliverables for each phase, such as progress reports and engineering documents. The document also emphasizes adherence to applicable standards and security protocols. Funding sources include different Navy financial categories, ensuring comprehensive oversight for operations and maintenance of critical sonar systems. This SOW aims to support the Navy's operational readiness and technological advancement in undersea warfare systems through a detailed and methodical approach.
    I.H.2. Attachment 2 - Draft Parts List.pdf
    The provided document outlines a detailed inventory of various assemblies and components categorized under federal RFPs (Requests for Proposals) and grants. The items listed include different harness assemblies, sensor node assemblies, power groups, and interface units, each identified by specific part numbers and types. The document is structured in a tabular format, with columns for part numbers, nomenclature, and type classifications, indicating the components' functions within broader applications. The key focus of the document is on the procurement of specialized assemblies designed for advanced technological applications, likely in the defense or aerospace sectors. These components seem essential for systems requiring high reliability and functionality, such as surveillance and communication technologies. The detailed enumeration reflects a systematic approach to ensuring that precise specifications and standards are met for project requirements. Overall, the document serves as a crucial reference for government contractors and suppliers bidding on related opportunities, showcasing the complexity and variety of technical components involved in government-funded projects.
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