ACIP Rapid Fielding
Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA2371 US AWACS AFLCMC/HBSHANSCOM AFB, MA, 01731, USA

NAICS

Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing (336413)

PSC

INSTALLATION OF EQUIPMENT- AIRCRAFT COMPONENTS AND ACCESSORIES (N016)

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https://sam.gov/opp/dbb0a4cde03340a386277d7aec6f711c/view
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Air Force, is planning to award a sole-source contract to Booz Allen Hamilton for the development and deployment of the Second-Generation Anti-Jam Tactical Ultra High Frequency (UHF) Radio as part of the Airborne Warning and Control System (AWACS) Communications Integration Program (ACIP). This initiative aims to enhance UHF communication capabilities within the 225.000 – 399.99875 MHz frequency range, which is critical for secure and non-secure voice communications necessary for mission operations, including tanker refills and Command and Control (C2) functions. The project is essential for the continuity of the SATURN Program's prototype, production, and fielding phases, with a deadline for procurement set for October 1, 2024. Interested parties can direct inquiries to Colton Sullivan at colton.sullivan.1@us.af.mil or Lauren Reed-Smart at lauren.reed-smart@us.af.mil.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Colton Sullivan
    colton.sullivan.1@us.af.mil
    Lauren Reed-Smart
    lauren.reed-smart@us.af.mil
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    DF ACIP_Rapid Fielding_27AUG24_Redacted.pdf
    The ACIP Program focuses on the continuity of the contractor for the SATURN Program's prototype, production, and fielding phases, which is essential to meet the deadline of October 1, 2024. The government intends to procure long-lead items, such as AN/ARC-210 GEN6 radios and Pole/Zero filters, to support the Rapid Fielding Phase, ensuring cost and schedule efficiencies through advance acquisition and providing these as Government Furnished Equipment. According to 10 USC § 4022f, follow-on production contracts may be awarded to participants of successful prototype projects without competitive procedures, provided these participants demonstrated success. The ACIP Rapid Prototyping Phase contract was awarded in August 2022 after a competitive process in April 2021, fulfilling necessary criteria for a follow-on production contract. This document outlines the strategic approach for the Rapid Fielding Phase of the ACIP program, emphasizing the importance of leveraging existing contractor experience while adhering to legal frameworks governing prototype and production contracts.
    NOCA_ACIP Rapid Fielding.pdf
    The government plans to award a sole-source contract to Booz Allen Hamilton for the development and deployment of the Second-Generation Anti-Jam Tactical Ultra High Frequency (UHF) Radio for NATO's SATURN system, specifically for the E-3 Airborne Warning and Control System (AWACS) aircraft. This initiative, part of the AWACS Communications Integration Program (ACIP), aims to enhance UHF communication capabilities within the 225.000 – 399.99875 MHz frequency range. The modification will enable secure and non-secure voice communications that are critical for mission operations, including tanker refills, Command and Control (C2) functions, personnel recoveries, and allied communications. The ACIP SATURN system will interface with various aircraft subsystems, ensuring integration with critical controls and operations. The project is classified under NAICS 336413 and PSC N016. The announcement specifies that this is not an invitation for competitive proposals, and inquiries should be directed to designated officials via provided contact emails.
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