Radio Frequency Distribution and Control Systems (RFDACS)
ID: N6660425R0006Type: Presolicitation
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE NAVYNUWC DIV NEWPORTNEWPORT, RI, 02841-1703, USA

NAICS

Instrument Manufacturing for Measuring and Testing Electricity and Electrical Signals (334515)

PSC

ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONIC ASSEMBLIES, BOARDS, CARDS, AND ASSOCIATED HARDWARE (5998)

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https://sam.gov/opp/e30e2c9605ff45f3bd1affef7f34e6f5/view
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, through the Naval Undersea Warfare Center Division Newport (NUWCDIVNPT), is seeking contractors for the Radio Frequency Distribution and Control Systems (RFDACS) OK-700 units and components. The procurement involves manufacturing, testing, and delivering complete units and subcomponents, as well as managing obsolescence and conducting necessary modifications to maintain operational readiness for Navy submarines. This follow-on contract, anticipated to be a Multiple Award Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (ID/IQ) contract, is expected to be solicited in January 2025, with an estimated award date in June 2025. Interested parties can contact Christina Sherron at christina.m.sherron2.civ@us.navy.mil for further information.

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    Christina Sherron
    (401) 832-6462
    christina.m.sherron2.civ@us.navy.mil
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    DRAFT RFDACS SOW.docx
    The Statement of Work (SOW) for the OK-700 Antenna Control Group outlines requirements for manufacturing, testing, and delivering the Radio Frequency Distribution and Control System (RFDACS) for submarines, managed by the Naval Undersea Warfare Center Division, Newport. The contractor is responsible for producing complete units and subcomponents, conducting repairs, and handling obsolescence issues throughout the production process. Key tasks include managing production schedules, performing tests and environmental screenings, and holding program management reviews to assess unit status. Funding may come from various appropriations, including Operations and Maintenance and Research, Development, Test and Evaluation. The document establishes detailed technical requirements and deliverables, specifying compliance with numerous military standards. It emphasizes quality control measures, including non-conformance management and tracking defective materials. Security protocols for handling controlled unclassified information and adherence to OPSEC are critical throughout the project's duration. The purpose of this SOW is to ensure contractual obligations are met while maintaining high standards for equipment and operational readiness of navy submarines.
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