Service Contract for Facilitation of KOV-21 New Production and Battery Refresh.
ID: RFIKOV21Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW6QK ACC-APG CONT CT TYAD OFCTOBYHANNA, PA, 18466-0000, USA

NAICS

Other Communications Equipment Manufacturing (334290)

PSC

COMMUNICATIONS SECURITY EQUIPMENT AND COMPONENTS (5810)

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https://sam.gov/opp/b14cf8fcb0e04e34811d60cb05369b79/view
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the Army Contracting Command, is seeking potential sources for the organic facilitation of KOV-21 Card new production and battery refresh at the Tobyhanna Army Depot in Pennsylvania. The procurement aims to acquire a technical data package (TDP) necessary for the manufacturing and maintenance of the KOV-21 card, a critical cryptographic component used in the Simple Key Loader (SKL), which includes assembly procedures, test protocols, and specialized test equipment. Interested companies are encouraged to submit capability statements that demonstrate their experience and understanding of the KOV-21 requirements by April 27, 2025, as this opportunity serves as a preliminary market research effort rather than a solicitation for proposals. For further inquiries, interested parties may contact Dean Berkovics at dean.m.berkovics.civ@army.mil or by phone at 570-615-6627.

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    Dean Berkovics
    (570) 615-6627
    dean.m.berkovics.civ@army.mil
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    MAR 2025_KOV 21 Sources Sought_V3.docx
    The Army Contracting Command has issued a Sources Sought Request for Information (RFI) aimed at finding potential sources for the organic facilitation of KOV-21 Card new production and battery refresh at Tobyhanna Army Depot. The initiative focuses on acquiring the technical data package (TDP) needed for the manufacturing and maintenance of the KOV-21 card, a cryptographic component integral to the Simple Key Loader (SKL). Bidders must demonstrate their ability to deliver a manufacturing TDP that includes assembly procedures, test protocols, and specialized test equipment. The RFI also outlines the need for training support and stands up assistance for the equipment's operation. Companies interested in participating should submit their capability statements, showcasing past experiences and their understanding of the KOV-21 requirements by April 27, 2025. The government emphasizes that this is not a solicitation for proposals but a preliminary market research effort to gauge industry capabilities. Proper handling of proprietary information is mandated, and the opportunity encourages responses from U.S.-based companies, particularly highlighting socio-economic specifications for small businesses and teaming arrangements.
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