M777 Digital Fire Control Hardware
ID: W15QKN-25-X-13A2Type: Sources Sought
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW6QK ACC-PICAPICATINNY ARSENAL, NJ, 07806-5000, USA

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Small Arms, Ordnance, and Ordnance Accessories Manufacturing (332994)

PSC

GUNS, OVER 150MM THROUGH 200MM (1025)
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    The Department of Defense, through the Army Contracting Command New Jersey (ACC-NJ), is conducting a market survey to identify potential sources for the procurement of M777 Digital Fire Control Hardware. This procurement includes components such as the Mission Computer 11 (MSC-11) and Chief of Section Display 11 (CSD-11), along with various cable assemblies, with a total potential delivery of up to 800 units for each item. The hardware is critical for artillery systems, ensuring operational effectiveness and precision in military applications. Interested vendors must submit their capabilities, including management plans and cost estimates, by January 16, 2025, to Daniel Rakauskas at daniel.s.rakauskas.civ@army.mil, as this is a Sources Sought Notice and not a formal solicitation.

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    The document is a Non-Disclosure and Non-Use Agreement related to Sources Sought No. W15QKN-25-X-13A2 for the M777 Digital Fire Control Hardware. It establishes conditions under which the U.S. Army Contracting Command-New Jersey (ACC-NJ) provides technical data and software to a recipient organization. Key obligations include using the data solely for the intended purpose, maintaining confidentiality, and returning all data upon request. The agreement specifies that all data remains the property of the U.S. Government and prohibits reverse engineering of any provided models or samples. Recipients must comply with export laws and indemnify the government against claims arising from data use. The document emphasizes the restricted nature of the data through specific legends that must stay intact on reproductions. The overall purpose is to ensure secure and proper use of sensitive military technology while protecting government interests during procurement processes associated with federal RFPs.
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