PEO Aviation Request for Information (RFI) on Aviation General-Purpose Computing Opportunities
Type: Special Notice
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW6QK ACC-RSAREDSTONE ARSENAL, AL, 35898-0000, USA

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Computer Terminal and Other Computer Peripheral Equipment Manufacturing (334118)
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the U.S. Army's Program Executive Office (PEO) Aviation, is issuing a Request for Information (RFI) to identify sources capable of providing ruggedized Aviation General Purpose Computing (GPC) Integrated Modular Avionics (IMA) platforms. The objective is to gather industry feedback on platforms that meet Technical Readiness Level (TRL) 8 and Manufacturing Readiness Level (MRL) 7, utilizing a Modular Open Systems Approach (MOSA) to enhance affordability, readiness, and capabilities for U.S. Army aircraft. Interested parties must submit their responses by October 25, 2024, and are encouraged to contact Alyssa Wilbourn or Christopher Leonard for further information. Compliance with technical documentation access regulations, including ITAR and Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) protocols, is mandatory for all respondents.

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    The document outlines the Technical Documentation Access Compliance Certification from the U.S. Army's Project Manager for Aviation Mission Systems and Architecture (PM AMSA). Its primary purpose is to ensure that the vendor adheres to regulations concerning access to sensitive technical documentation. The vendor certifies compliance with the International Traffic In Arms Regulation (ITAR), confirms U.S. ownership and operation, and verifies that all personnel accessing the documentation are U.S. citizens. The vendor is also required to sign a Non-Disclosure Agreement and must destroy all provided documentation within 365 days, certifying the method of destruction and listing personnel who had access before disposal. This document formalizes the responsibilities and compliance measures necessary for vendors working with government technical information, crucial for national security and regulatory standards during contract fulfillment.
    The document outlines a Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) required for individuals interacting with classified information within the Project Manager Aviation Mission Systems and Architecture. It emphasizes the importance of safeguarding CUI, which encompasses Controlled Technical Information and Export Controlled data, and mandates compliance with relevant regulations, specifically 32 CFR Part 2002. Key responsibilities for signers include non-disclosure of CUI, reporting unauthorized disclosures, and undergoing appropriate training. The agreement specifies that these obligations continue indefinitely, even after access to CUI has ceased. It further establishes that breaches may result in severe consequences, including legal actions and loss of access to other information. This document serves as a critical legal framework ensuring the protection and responsible handling of sensitive governmental information, reflecting the government's commitment to maintaining information security in line with federal guidelines while engaging contractors and other non-Federal entities.
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