WMSL RFDS Replacement – Maritime Communication Controller (MCC)
ID: 70Z044-26-MCC-1-9Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OFUS COAST GUARDC5I DIVISION 3 PORTSMOUTHPORTSMOUTH, VA, 23703, USA

NAICS

Other Communications Equipment Manufacturing (334290)

PSC

INSTALLATION OF EQUIPMENT- ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT COMPONENTS (N059)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/88daa7ad2a3a4412932d562da24d9246/view
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    Description

    The Department of Homeland Security, specifically the U.S. Coast Guard, is seeking potential vendors for the replacement of the Radio Frequency Distribution System (RFDS) software, focusing on the Maritime Communication Controller (MCC). This procurement aims to assess market capabilities for modifying and sustaining the MCC software, which is vital for maritime communications on cutter platforms, and requires vendors to demonstrate access to the proprietary MCC software from Lockheed Martin or propose alternative methods for its recreation. Interested companies must submit capability statements detailing their design, integration, testing, and cost competitiveness by March 10, 2025, at 5:00 PM EST, with the possibility of a formal Request for Proposal (RFP) being published on SAM.gov if market interest is sufficient. For further inquiries, vendors can contact Courtney Woodley at courtney.t.woodley@uscg.mil or Marc Massey at marc.a.massey@uscg.mil.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Courtney Woodley
    courtney.t.woodley@uscg.mil
    Marc Massey
    marc.a.massey@uscg.mil
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    Sources Sought 70Z044-26-MCC-1-9.pdf
    The U.S. Coast Guard has issued a Sources Sought Notice for potential vendors regarding the replacement of the Radio Frequency Distribution System (RFDS) software, specifically for the Maritime Communication Controller (MCC). This procurement, classified under Electrical and Electronic Equipment Components, aims to assess market capabilities for modifying and sustaining the MCC software, which is crucial for maritime communications on cutter platforms. Interested companies must demonstrate access to the proprietary MCC software from Lockheed Martin or outline methods for recreating it, as well as present plans for sustaining the existing system without service degradation by March 2026. Their capability statements should include details on design, integration, testing, and cost competitiveness with Lockheed Martin. This notice is not a formal Request for Proposal (RFP) and submissions will not be compensated. The contract will require the removal of outdated RFDS equipment and installation of the new MCC system, including comprehensive engineering services. Selected vendors will need to support both operational maintenance and the integration of IT and cybersecurity measures. The Coast Guard may publish an RFP on SAM.gov if there is interest and capability within the market. The deadline for submissions is March 10, 2025, by 5:00 PM EST.
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