SOURCES SOUGHT – NEW MANUFACTURING OF THE AN/SPG-62 REFLECTOR FOR THE MK-99 FIRE CONTROL SYSTEM (FCS)
ID: N0016424SNB85Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE NAVYNSWC CRANECRANE, IN, 47522-5001, USA

NAICS

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

PSC

ANTENNAS, WAVEGUIDES, AND RELATED EQUIPMENT (5985)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/591939a84d8a4e1eaf29005e3c54a414/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Defense, specifically the Naval Surface Warfare Center, Crane Division, seeks industry input for a critical US Navy project. They require new manufacturing capabilities for the AN/SPG-62 Reflector, a key component in the MK-99 Fire Control System used in the Navy's Aegis Weapons System.

    This opportunity falls under the NAICS code 334511 for specialized manufacturing and PSC 5985 for antennas and waveguides. Companies with expertise in these areas should have the capacity to manufacture these specialized reflectors, adhering to stringent technical specifications and quality standards. The Statement of Work (SOW) outlines the comprehensive requirements for production, delivery, and quality assurance.

    Interested parties should have an ISO 9001-2015 certified quality management program and the ability to concurrently produce these reflectors. Additionally, they must be willing to adhere to strict guidelines on counterfeit parts prevention and government-furnished equipment. The government will provide some equipment and maintain ownership of it throughout the contract period.

    This potential contract, planned as an IDIQ type, has an estimated duration of five years and includes Foreign Military Sales. Respondents should have the capabilities, experience, and resources to fulfill this requirement and must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) and the Procurement Integrated Enterprise Environment (PIEE) to receive further documents.

    The government emphasizes that this is a sources sought announcement, indicating no funding availability at this stage. It is primarily intended for market research and information gathering. Responses are due by 12 August 2024, and any costs incurred by companies in preparing their submissions will not be reimbursed.

    For clarity, interested parties should contact Ragan Gaskill at the NSWC Crane Contracting Division, using the provided email and phone number. Further details, including the DRAFT SOW, can be found in the attached file.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Ragan Gaskill
    (812) 227-9663
    ragan.r.gaskill.civ@us.navy.mil
    Files
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    24SNB85_SPECNOTE_att1.pdf
    The Statement of Work outlines the requirements for manufacturing and delivering SPG62 Antenna Reflectors and associated components for the MK99 Fire Control System used in the US Navy's Aegis Weapons System. The primary objective is to produce these reflectors, adhering to strict technical specifications and quality standards. Manufacturers must have the capacity for concurrent production and must undergo testing and quality assurance processes. The government provides some equipment and maintains ownership of it. This work is part of a larger project with multiple CLINS, including the manufacturing of first articles, production, and government-furnished equipment maintenance. The statement also covers requirements for handling and reporting on government-furnished property, with strict guidelines on accountability and inventory reporting. Data deliverables related to testing, compliance, inventory, and technical documentation are required. Contractors must have an ISO 9001-2015 compliant quality program and follow strict guidelines on counterfeit parts to ensure the integrity of the supply chain. Key dates and timelines are not explicitly mentioned in the provided text. However, the SOW indicates that the production and delivery of these reflectors are time-sensitive, with potential consequences if contractual timelines are not met.
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