Marine Corps Observation and Sensing System (OSS)
ID: M67854-24-I-0162Type: Sources Sought
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE NAVYCOMMANDERQUANTICO, VA, 22134-6050, USA

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Commercial and Service Industry Machinery Manufacturing (333310)

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https://sam.gov/opp/7cca670121d04736b086dc8e08acb54e/view
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the United States Marine Corps (USMC), is seeking information from vendors regarding the Marine Corps Observation and Sensing System (OSS), aimed at enhancing force protection and advanced capabilities for detecting and tracking various threats. The RFI focuses on commercially available optic and active sensor technologies with a Technology Readiness Level (TRL) of 8 or 9, which can support the detection, classification, and identification of manned and unmanned vehicles and personnel in diverse operational environments. This initiative is crucial for improving military capabilities in Expeditionary Advanced Base Operations (EABO) missions, utilizing advanced sensor technologies to ensure effective surveillance and response. Interested vendors must submit their responses by October 8, 2024, to the designated contacts, Shannon Graves and Katherine Presutto, via email, with a maximum of ten pages for the executive summary.

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    The Marine Corps Systems Command (MCSC) is seeking input through a Request for Information (RFI) on existing non-developmental maritime uncrewed systems (UxS) for threat detection, classification, and tracking across various domains. The RFI is open to both U.S. and non-U.S. vendors, particularly those providing software capable of fusing sensor data to enhance command and control (C2) functionalities. The focus is on commercially available sensor technology with a Technology Readiness Level (TRL) of 8 or 9, and the RFI underpins future programs related to the Marine Corps Mobile All-Domain Observation & Sensing System, though specific mission details remain undisclosed. Vendors are encouraged to present existing optics and active sensors, as well as integrated system proposals. Notably, the document specifies a 10-page limit for the Executive Summary of responses, allowing for additional attachments without counting towards this limit. The Government's stance on data rights for commercial products is still under review, indicating potential adjustments to standard policies. Overall, this RFI aims to enhance military capabilities with advanced, readily available sensor technologies while offering flexibility in vendor participation and proposal formats.
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