Automated Celestial Navigation System (ACNS) Shock Tests
ID: N0017824Q6869Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE NAVYNSWC DAHLGRENDAHLGREN, VA, 22448-5154, USA

NAICS

Electronic and Precision Equipment Repair and Maintenance (811210)

PSC

EQUIPMENT AND MATERIALS TESTING- MISCELLANEOUS (H299)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/16303c2e404742a5a2a8c36e2574f7ce/view
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, through the Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division (NSWCDD), is seeking proposals for the Automated Celestial Navigation System (ACNS) Shock Tests, as outlined in Combined Synopsis/Solicitation N0017824Q6869. The procurement involves Environmental Qualification Testing (EQT), specifically heavyweight shock testing, which requires contractors to prepare, execute, and report on the testing phases while adhering to military specifications. This initiative is crucial for ensuring that the ACNS meets the stringent operational and safety standards necessary for military applications. Proposals are due by August 22, 2024, with an anticipated award date of August 29, 2024. Interested parties should contact Lee Ann Mizelle at lee.a.mizelle.civ@us.navy.mil or call 540-742-8050 for further details.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Lee Ann Mizelle
    (540) 742-8050
    lee.a.mizelle.civ@us.navy.mil
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    GFP Attachment for 0514-01_Pre Stage ID 1010096.pdf
    The document outlines a federal procurement file related to the acquisition of two serialized items for government use. The primary focus is on the 'ACNS Top Side Unit (TSU)', described as a sensor unit for testing, and the 'ACNS Below Deck Equipment', meant to serve as test support equipment. Both items have specific National Stock Numbers (NSN), CAGE codes, and part numbers, indicating formal identification for inventory purposes. Each item is requisitioned in a single unit, with their respective acquisition costs set at $936,000 and $200,000. The expected delivery for both items is two weeks post the issuance of a 'Notice to Proceed'—noting the processing unit, master clock, GPS receiver, and antenna included in the below deck equipment. This procurement underscores the government's focus on securing necessary equipment for testing purposes, aligning with the protocols for federal RFP processes.
    N0017824Q6869 (SF18).pdf
    The Naval Surface Warfare Center (NSWC) has issued a Request for Quotations (RFQ) for the Automated Celestial Navigation System (ACNS) Shock Tests. The contractor is required to support the shock qualification testing, including pre-test preparation, test execution, and post-test reporting. The RFQ outlines three main phases: "Test Preparation," where the contractor must provide fixture designs and preparation; "Test Execution," necessitating the setup and conduct of heavyweight shock tests per military specifications; and "Post-Test," which includes data processing and final reporting. The Government will provide certain equipment to support the tests, and all work is defined as unclassified. The document also specifies delivery timelines, inspection protocols, and invoicing procedures through the Wide Area Workflow (WAWF) system, emphasizing compliance with various federal regulations. Overall, this RFQ reflects the government's commitment to ensuring that the ACNS meets stringent operational and safety standards during military applications.
    SOW_redacted.pdf
    The Automated Celestial Navigation System (ACNS) project, managed by the Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA) and the Naval Surface Warfare Center, Dahlgren Division (NSWCDD), aims to shock qualify the ACNS. The approach includes detailed testing phases supported by a contractor responsible for test preparation, execution, and post-test analysis. Key tasks consist of developing shock test procedures, fabricating test fixtures, conducting the heavyweight shock test per military specifications, and generating a comprehensive final test report. The government will provide essential equipment, including a Top Side Unit and Below Deck equipment, while a NSWCDD representative oversees test compliance and functionality. The project underscores the collaboration between government entities and contractors to ensure the ACNS meets performance standards required for military operations. By adhering to structured protocols for testing and reporting, the initiative emphasizes rigorous standards in defense equipment evaluation, crucial for successful operational deployment.
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