The Department of Defense, through the Naval Surface Warfare Center (NSWC) Panama City Division, is seeking information from potential sources for a commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) Rugged Data Acquisition Device intended for the Landing Craft Air Cushion (LCAC) program. The device must meet specific technical parameters, including multiple Ethernet ports, various input/output signal types, and advanced security features to ensure resilience against cyber threats. This procurement is crucial for upgrading the LCAC systems, which play a vital role in naval operations. Interested vendors are invited to submit their responses by July 24, 2025, to Julia Phillips at julia.m.phillips8.civ@us.navy.mil or Frances J. Negrón at frances.j.negron.civ@us.navy.mil, with additional technical inquiries directed to Doug Yager at douglas.yager@navy.mil.

Request for Information

LCAC RUGGED DATA ACQUISITION DEVICE

The Naval Surface Warfare Center, Panama City Division (NSWCPCD) is conducting a survey of potential sources for the Landing Craft Air Cushion (LCAC) program. NSWCPCD is seeking sources for a commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) Rugged Data Acquisition Device for a system upgrade effort.

This is a Request For Information (RFI) for a Rugged Data Acquisition Device system for the Landing Craft Air Cushion (LCAC).  THIS IS NOT A REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS. Key Parameters include but not limited to: 

Features:

Ethernet Port Quantity: 2 (threshold-minimum)
Ethernet Port Speed: 1 Gb/s (threshold-minimum)
Input/Output Signal Type: Provisions for a configuration of analog, discrete, serial analog, and serial discrete inputs/outputs
Input/Output Signal Quantity:
96 discrete I/O channels with input and output voltage ranges of 0-28 VDC,
12 D/A channels with 0-10 VDC and 0-20 mA output ranges,
16 A/D channels with 0-10 VDC,
±10 VDC, and 0-20 mA input ranges,
16 100 Ohm RTD channels,
and 8 programmable channels RS-422/RS-232/RS-485 (threshold)
Security capabilities: (goal)
Authenticated and encrypted boot
Generation of public and private keys for RSA digital signatures
Support for up to 4096-bit keys for resilience against quantum computing attacks
Signing of application binaries with RSA signatures
SHA-256 hashing for authentication of public keys
Generation of AES keys up to 256 bits in length
AES-CCM encryption for bootable code stored in flash memory
AES-XTS encryption for code and data stored in block-oriented storage (e.g., SDcard, eMMC)
Use of immutable Hardware Assisted Boot (HAB) code stored in ROM
Use of AES and SHA-256 hardware accelerators
Supply chain security, including the prevention of grey market and counterfeit device production
Secure UART, USB, JTAG interfaces, and other I/O ports
Downloading of secure binaries to flash memory via USB or JTAG or UART interfaces
Processor locking

Electrical:

Input Power Voltage Range: 18-32 VDC (28 VDC nominal)
Protection: Reverse Polarity and Over-current protection (threshold)

Physical:

Cooling: Sealed enclosure with Conduction cooling with no internal or external forced-air required
Corrosion Resistance: All connectors, fasteners, and the chassis material inherently corrosion resistant or treated (for example, anodized, chemical-filmed, or coated) to resist corrosion  
Mounting: Flanged mounting
Power-on Indicator: External indicator that indicates the unit is powered ON (goal)
Dimensions:
Height: <8” (goal)
Width: <15” (goal)
Depth: <15” (goal)
Weight:  <20 lbs (goal)
Connectors: MIL-STD grade, threaded or bayonet style, circular connectors for external interfaces.  No special pinout mappings required.  Low connector count desired.  Connector(s) not limited to single interface. 
Grounding/Bonding: Provisions for grounding the chassis with a grounding screw/stud or through the mounting flange

Environment:

NOTE: Unit has been qualified for the following testing (goal): .

MIL-STD-461F Electromagnetic Interference (EMI), Navy surface ship applications:
CE101
CE102
CS101
CS106
CS114
CS116
RE101
RE102
RS101
RS103
MIL-STD-810F tailored environmental specifications
Low Temperature: -25°C, operational
High Temperature +71°C, operational
Humidity: 95%, non-condensing, operational
Vibration: 10 to 2000 Hz, operational
Shock: 10Hz@ 5Gs, 500Hz@40G’s, and 2000Hz@40 Gs, operational
Salt fog
Dust (fine sand)
Fungus

Vendors shall provide the following information:

Responses for each key parameter listed in this document, i.e. how the proposed solution meets each parameter listed in this document. 
Relevant documentation (data sheets, user manuals, test reports, etc.).
Under separate cover, provide unit cost with price breaks up to a quantity of 100.  Range with not-to-exceed estimate is acceptable.
Available reliability data with associated application conditions and measuring methods.
Anticipated life-cycle of the proposed solution, e.g. anticipated active production years with follow on support years for existing customers.
Lead-time for delivering first four units and standard lead-times thereafter should a production contract be awarded.
Return for repair process with minimum estimated service charge.
Technology maturity or technology readiness level (TRL) as defined by the Defense Acquisition Guidebook (DAG), and use in DoD programs.
Description of any onboard diagnostic and/or fault identification/isolation capability.

RESPONSES: Interested parties may provide electronic or paper submittals to be received by the Government by 24 July, 2025.  There is no specific format or outline that submittals must follow.  Each response must reference the RFI title.  Contractors responding should indicate whether they are a small business (S), a small disadvantaged business (SDB), 8(a), or large business (L). 

Telephone responses will not be honored. Please email responses with any supporting attachments to julia.m.phillips8.civ@us.navy.mil and frances.j.negron.civ@us.navy.mil. Technical questions should be directed to Doug Yager at douglas.yager@navy.mil. Paper submittals should be directed to NSWCPCD (Code 023), ATTN: Julia Phillips, 110 Vernon Ave, Panama City, FL  32407-7001 and label with the Sources Sought number and title.

This is a Request for Information (RFI), a market survey for written information only.  THE SUBMISSION OF THIS INFORMATION IS FOR PLANNING PURPOSES ONLY AND IS NOT TO BE CONSTRUED AS A COMMITMENT BY THE GOVERNMENT TO PROCURE ANY ITEMS/SERVICES, NOR FOR THE GOVERNMENT TO PAY FOR THE INFORMATION RECEIVED.

In the event a solicitation is developed, it will be assigned a formal Request for Proposal (RFP) number and the announcement will be published in the Navy Electronic Commerce Online (NECO) and Government Point of Entry website SAM.gov.  This announcement should not be construed as a commitment by the Government to issue a solicitation or ultimately award a contract.  

NAICS Code: 334511

Size Standard: 750 employees

PSC: 2090

LCAC Rugged Data Acquisition Device

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Request for Information

LCAC RUGGED DATA ACQUISITION DEVICE

The Naval Surface Warfare Center, Panama City Division (NSWCPCD) is conducting a survey of potential sources for the Landing Craft Air Cushion (LCAC) program. NSWCPCD is seeking sources for a commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) Rugged Data Acquisition Device for a system upgrade effort.

This is a Request For Information (RFI) for a Rugged Data Acquisition Device system for the Landing Craft Air Cushion (LCAC).  THIS IS NOT A REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS. Key Parameters include but not limited to: 

Features:

Ethernet Port Quantity: 2 (threshold-minimum)
Ethernet Port Speed: 1 Gb/s (threshold-minimum)
Input/Output Signal Type: Provisions for a configuration of analog, discrete, serial analog, and serial discrete inputs/outputs
Input/Output Signal Quantity:
96 discrete I/O channels with input and output voltage ranges of 0-28 VDC,
12 D/A channels with 0-10 VDC and 0-20 mA output ranges,
16 A/D channels with 0-10 VDC,
±10 VDC, and 0-20 mA input ranges,
16 100 Ohm RTD channels,
and 8 programmable channels RS-422/RS-232/RS-485 (threshold)
Security capabilities: (goal)
Authenticated and encrypted boot
Generation of public and private keys for RSA digital signatures
Support for up to 4096-bit keys for resilience against quantum computing attacks
Signing of application binaries with RSA signatures
SHA-256 hashing for authentication of public keys
Generation of AES keys up to 256 bits in length
AES-CCM encryption for bootable code stored in flash memory
AES-XTS encryption for code and data stored in block-oriented storage (e.g., SDcard, eMMC)
Use of immutable Hardware Assisted Boot (HAB) code stored in ROM
Use of AES and SHA-256 hardware accelerators
Supply chain security, including the prevention of grey market and counterfeit device production
Secure UART, USB, JTAG interfaces, and other I/O ports
Downloading of secure binaries to flash memory via USB or JTAG or UART interfaces
Processor locking

Electrical:

Input Power Voltage Range: 18-32 VDC (28 VDC nominal)
Protection: Reverse Polarity and Over-current protection (threshold)

Physical:

Cooling: Sealed enclosure with Conduction cooling with no internal or external forced-air required
Corrosion Resistance: All connectors, fasteners, and the chassis material inherently corrosion resistant or treated (for example, anodized, chemical-filmed, or coated) to resist corrosion  
Mounting: Flanged mounting
Power-on Indicator: External indicator that indicates the unit is powered ON (goal)
Dimensions:
Height: <8” (goal)
Width: <15” (goal)
Depth: <15” (goal)
Weight:  <20 lbs (goal)
Connectors: MIL-STD grade, threaded or bayonet style, circular connectors for external interfaces.  No special pinout mappings required.  Low connector count desired.  Connector(s) not limited to single interface. 
Grounding/Bonding: Provisions for grounding the chassis with a grounding screw/stud or through the mounting flange

Environment:

NOTE: Unit has been qualified for the following testing (goal): .

MIL-STD-461F Electromagnetic Interference (EMI), Navy surface ship applications:
CE101
CE102
CS101
CS106
CS114
CS116
RE101
RE102
RS101
RS103
MIL-STD-810F tailored environmental specifications
Low Temperature: -25°C, operational
High Temperature +71°C, operational
Humidity: 95%, non-condensing, operational
Vibration: 10 to 2000 Hz, operational
Shock: 10Hz@ 5Gs, 500Hz@40G’s, and 2000Hz@40 Gs, operational
Salt fog
Dust (fine sand)
Fungus

Vendors shall provide the following information:

Responses for each key parameter listed in this document, i.e. how the proposed solution meets each parameter listed in this document. 
Relevant documentation (data sheets, user manuals, test reports, etc.).
Under separate cover, provide unit cost with price breaks up to a quantity of 100.  Range with not-to-exceed estimate is acceptable.
Available reliability data with associated application conditions and measuring methods.
Anticipated life-cycle of the proposed solution, e.g. anticipated active production years with follow on support years for existing customers.
Lead-time for delivering first four units and standard lead-times thereafter should a production contract be awarded.
Return for repair process with minimum estimated service charge.
Technology maturity or technology readiness level (TRL) as defined by the Defense Acquisition Guidebook (DAG), and use in DoD programs.
Description of any onboard diagnostic and/or fault identification/isolation capability.

RESPONSES: Interested parties may provide electronic or paper submittals to be received by the Government by 24 July, 2025.  There is no specific format or outline that submittals must follow.  Each response must reference the RFI title.  Contractors responding should indicate whether they are a small business (S), a small disadvantaged business (SDB), 8(a), or large business (L). 

Telephone responses will not be honored. Please email responses with any supporting attachments to julia.m.phillips8.civ@us.navy.mil and frances.j.negron.civ@us.navy.mil. Technical questions should be directed to Doug Yager at douglas.yager@navy.mil. Paper submittals should be directed to NSWCPCD (Code 023), ATTN: Julia Phillips, 110 Vernon Ave, Panama City, FL  32407-7001 and label with the Sources Sought number and title.

This is a Request for Information (RFI), a market survey for written information only.  THE SUBMISSION OF THIS INFORMATION IS FOR PLANNING PURPOSES ONLY AND IS NOT TO BE CONSTRUED AS A COMMITMENT BY THE GOVERNMENT TO PROCURE ANY ITEMS/SERVICES, NOR FOR THE GOVERNMENT TO PAY FOR THE INFORMATION RECEIVED.

In the event a solicitation is developed, it will be assigned a formal Request for Proposal (RFP) number and the announcement will be published in the Government Point of Entry website SAM.gov.  This announcement should not be construed as a commitment by the Government to issue a solicitation or ultimately award a contract.  

NAICS Code: 334511

Size Standard: 750 employees

PSC: 2090

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