Synopsis; Sole Source to Lockheed Martin
ID: SPRRA2-25-R-0030Type: Presolicitation
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCYDLA AVIATION AT HUNTSVILLE, ALREDSTONE ARSENAL, AL, 35898-7340, USA

PSC

LAUNCHERS, GUIDED MISSILE (1440)

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https://sam.gov/opp/517e4e2adc90473f9e1c6e2505b64809/view
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    The Department of Defense, through the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Aviation at Huntsville, AL, is seeking to procure production, spare parts, and engineering services for the M299 Longbow HELLFIRE Launcher, with the solicitation limited to Lockheed Martin due to the specialized nature of the components. The procurement is part of the Tactical Aviation and Ground Munitions (TAGM) Project Office and PEO Missiles and Space (PEOMS) FRAB programs, emphasizing rigorous production engineering, quality assurance, and compliance with government standards. Interested contractors must meet prequalification criteria and are encouraged to seek source approval for future opportunities, with all communications directed to Kelsey Brown at kelsey.e.brown@dla.mil. The anticipated closing date for submissions will be announced following the solicitation release, but it will not occur before the specified timeline.

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    Kelsey Brown
    kelsey.e.brown@dla.mil
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    Attachment 0001_M299 Launcher and Engineering Services SOW_11072024.pdf
    The Statement of Work (SOW) outlines the requirements for the production, spares, and services related to the M299 Longbow HELLFIRE Launcher under contract W31P4Q-XX-X-XXXX. It details the program's scope, emphasizing rigorous production engineering and planning, integrated product team involvement, and quality assurance processes. Key components include submission of production status reports, execution of first article tests (FAT), and the implementation of a parts management program to address obsolescence and ensure the reliability of components. The contractor must maintain comprehensive documentation, engage in regular program management reviews with government stakeholders, and adhere to strict product acceptance criteria, including environmental and safety regulations. The SOW also mandates that all contract deliverables, including test equipment and documentation, comply with specific government guidelines and standards. Overall, this document exemplifies the substantial procedural and regulatory framework within which government contracts operate, reflecting priorities in safety, compliance, and effective project management.
    Sources Sought_Lockheed New Subsumable SPRRA225R0030.pdf
    The document is a Sources Sought Synopsis issued by the Defense Logistics Agency regarding the M299 Longbow Hellfire (LBHF) Launcher. It serves as a market research tool to identify potential manufacturing and supply sources for production, spares, and engineering services linked to this weapon system. Currently, there is no active solicitation, and the agency is contemplating awarding a contract to Lockheed Martin due to the limited number of responsible sources available. The initiative targets all types of businesses, including small and disadvantaged firms, with an interest in meeting prequalification requirements to compete in future solicitations. The responsibility of the selected contractor includes comprehensive management of the manufacturing process, supply chain logistics, and engineering services required for qualification. Emphasizing regulatory compliance, the document also reinforces that submissions in response to this synopsis are voluntary and do not obligate the government to award a contract. This synopsis illustrates the government’s efforts to foster competition and engagement with various business sectors while addressing the evolving needs of military capabilities and supply chains.
    Synopsis (Lockheed Subsumable SPRRA225R0030).pdf
    The government seeks to acquire production, spare parts, and engineering services for the M299 Longbow Hellfire (LBHF) Launcher under solicitation number SPRRA2-25-R-0030. This procurement is part of the Tactical Aviation and Ground Munitions (TAGM) Project Office and PEO Missiles and Space (PEOMS) FRAB programs, linked to an existing umbrella contract. The acquisition is limited to Lockheed Martin due to the specificity of the components and the inability to source them competitively. Interested contractors must meet prequalification criteria to be considered for the award, with the Government encouraging firms to seek source approval for future opportunities. Communication regarding the solicitation must be directed to a designated contact via email, as phone calls are not accepted. Foreign firms must submit requests through their embassies. The document details various parts associated with the M299 Longbow Launcher, providing associated NSNs and part numbers essential for production. The anticipated closing date for submissions may be adjusted based on the solicitation release but will not occur before the specified timeline.
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