CAPRE SMLV - F-16 Aircraft Adaptor Groups (AAGs)
ID: FA8533-25-S-SMLVType: Presolicitation
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA8533 AFLCMC ROKBROBINS AFB, GA, 31098-1670, USA

NAICS

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

PSC

ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONIC PROPERTIES MEASURING AND TESTING INSTRUMENTS (6625)

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https://sam.gov/opp/644aabd0db1d4c1da1b9a18d8fda2ef8/view
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Air Force, is seeking qualified contractors to develop production-ready software and associated hardware for ten Aircraft Adaptor Groups (AAGs) designed for the F-16 aircraft, as part of the Common Aircraft Portable Reprogrammable Equipment Secure Memory Loader Verifier (CAPRE SMLV) initiative. The procurement aims to enhance the integration of these AAGs with the USAF's systems for secure and efficient transfer of mission data files and operational flight programs, ensuring the aircraft's operational effectiveness and readiness for maintenance operations. Interested parties are encouraged to participate in the market research by submitting their capabilities through a Contractor Capability Survey, with responses due by June 3, 2025. For further inquiries, potential respondents can contact Ashley Wynn at ashley.wynn.1@us.af.mil or Benjamin Wilton at benjamin.wilton@us.af.mil.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Ashley Wynn
    ashley.wynn.1@us.af.mil
    Benjamin Wilton
    benjamin.wilton@us.af.mil
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    F-16 AAGs for the CAPRE SMLV Description.pdf
    The AFLCMC/ROA Division requires the procurement of ten Advanced Access Gateways (AAGs) for the F-16 aircraft to enhance the capabilities of the CAPRE Secure Multi-Line Variable (SMLV) system. This system is designed to ensure a secure, portable interface between ruggedized laptops and various aircraft Line Replaceable Units (LRUs), facilitating operations like loading Mission Data Files and conducting diagnostics. The requirement includes both production-level software and hardware, with a total of 300 ruggedized AAG cables to be produced for certain AAGs. Each AAG will have accompanying technical orders (TOs) to guide operations, and all data rights for the developed software and hardware will be retained by the US Government. The provided specifications and requirements demonstrate the government's focus on integrating advanced reprogramming capabilities for the F-16, ensuring operational efficiency and reliability in maintenance tasks.
    FA8533-25-S-SMLV Contractor Capability Survey.pdf
    The file outlines a Contractor Capability Survey for the F-16 Aircraft Alerting and Ground Support Systems (AAGs) under the CAPRE Small-Medium Lift Vehicle (SMLV) RFP. It seeks vital business information from potential contractors, including company details, ownership status, and applicable classifications (e.g., small business, veteran-owned). The survey consists of four main parts focusing on capabilities: 1. **General Capability Questions:** Inquire about previous experience in developing software for aircraft components and document analysis. 2. **Commerciality Questions:** Assess warranties and return processes for government-supplied goods. 3. **Manufacturing Questions:** Gather information on rugged cable development and obsolescence management. 4. **Engineering Services Questions:** Explore testing capabilities, data acquisition strategies, and technical documentation generation. The overall aim is to evaluate contractor qualifications for the project, ensuring they possess the necessary experience and processes to meet government requirements effectively. This diligence is crucial for the successful delivery of sophisticated aircraft support systems, highlighting the importance of detailed responses to each inquiry.
    Revised CAPRE SMLV Description.pdf
    The document outlines the needs of the AFLCMC/ROA Division regarding the production of ten Adaptor Groups (AAGs) for the Common Aircraft Portable Reprogrammable Equipment Secure Memory Loader Verifier (CAPRE SMLV) tailored for the F-16 aircraft. These AAGs will enable integration with a computer system designed for secure and efficient transfer and verification of mission data files and operation flight programs into various aircraft systems. Each AAG will comprise custom hardware and software elements, utilizing commercial off-the-shelf equipment and requiring the production of 300 ruggedized cables for certain models. The project emphasizes ownership of data rights for delivered components and necessitates each AAG to come with corresponding Technical Orders for operational guidance. The CAPRE SMLV ensures readiness for maintenance operations, crucial for the aircraft’s operational effectiveness. This initiative represents a systematic approach to utilizing modern technology in military aircraft maintenance and reprogramming, aligning with broader objectives of enhancing USAF capabilities.
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