Maritime Launched Effects - Increment 1 (MLE-1) Request for Information
ID: N00024MLE1Type: Sources Sought
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE NAVYNAVSEA HQWASHINGTON NAVY YARD, DC, 20376-5000, USA

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https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/bc76173aeb84466089ead216bb8bb6d8/view
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    The Department of Defense, through the Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA), is issuing a Request for Information (RFI) for the Maritime Launched Effects - Increment 1 (MLE-1) program, aimed at gathering industry input for the development of loitering munitions. This initiative seeks to identify viable prototype systems that can be integrated with SOCOM Combatant Craft to fulfill MLE-1 requirements, which include capabilities for precision strike missions over-the-horizon. The MLE-1 program is critical for enhancing naval warfare capabilities, providing an organic precision-strike mission package designed to minimize collateral damage while maximizing operational effectiveness. Interested vendors must submit their responses by 5:00 PM EST on December 19, 2025, and can direct inquiries to Matthew C. Hedrick at matthew.c.hedrick.civ@us.navy.mil or Nick Lovasz at nicholas.c.lovasz.mil@us.navy.mil. Additionally, vendors must comply with the Terms of Use Agreement for Government Furnished Information, which includes strict handling and disclosure protocols.

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    Matthew C. Hedrick
    matthew.c.hedrick.civ@us.navy.mil
    Nick Lovasz
    nicholas.c.lovasz.mil@us.navy.mil
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    Terms of Use Agreement MLE-1 RFI Notice.pdf
    The Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA) issued a Terms of Use Agreement for Government Furnished Information (GFI) related to the Maritime Launch Effect Increment 1 (MLE-1) Request for Information (RFI) notice. This agreement outlines strict conditions for the use and handling of GFI, which includes Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) like the MLE-1 Capabilities Compliance Matrix. Recipients are permitted to print a maximum of ten copies, which remain government property and must be controlled according to NISPOM and DSS procedures. The document emphasizes that the GFI may contain export-restricted technical data, with severe penalties for violations. Prohibited actions include unauthorized duplication, transmission, disclosure to individuals without proper clearance or need-to-know, and disclosure to foreign nationals or entities. Recipients must maintain disclosure records and destroy all documents within thirty days of the solicitation submittal date, keeping destruction records for five years. Acceptance of these terms is mandatory and requires acknowledgement by the Facility Security Officer via an enclosed form, to be emailed to Christopher Russell.
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