M777 Digital Fire Control Hardware
ID: W15QKN-25-X-13A2Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW6QK ACC-PICAPICATINNY ARSENAL, NJ, 07806-5000, USA

NAICS

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

PSC

GUNS, OVER 150MM THROUGH 200MM (1025)
Timeline
  1. 1
    Posted Dec 19, 2024, 12:00 AM UTC
  2. 2
    Updated Mar 31, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  3. 3
    Due Apr 11, 2025, 9:00 PM UTC
Description

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 and Chief of Section Display 11, with a total requirement of up to 800 units for each item listed. The hardware is critical for artillery systems, ensuring precise fire control capabilities for military operations. Interested vendors must submit their capabilities, including management plans and cost estimates, by April 11, 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 outlines the process for submitting a Militarily Critical Technical Data Agreement, a certification necessary for enterprises or individuals wishing to access sensitive technical data relevant to contracting with the U.S. or Canadian governments. It includes sections for specifying submission type, enterprise details, data custodian information, and a certification clause affirming compliance with export control laws. The applicant must affirm their citizenship or residency status and ensure that their employees are eligible to handle this sensitive data, vowing not to disclose it outside prescribed guidelines. A certification number is issued for a five-year term upon acceptance, with stipulations for renewal or revision provided. The document aims to safeguard militarily critical data and regulate its dissemination, critical for compliance in federal grants and contracts involving sensitive materials. This serves as a safeguard for national security and adherence to both U.S. and Canadian regulations regarding military-related technical data.
Mar 31, 2025, 10:04 PM UTC
The AMSTA-AR Form 1350 serves as a Technical Data Request Questionnaire for government personnel to assess requests for technical data in conformity with DoD directives. It demands comprehensive responses from requesters to avoid delays in processing or potential denial of access. Key elements require the requester's identity, proof of legitimate business interest, citizenship verification, and relevant solicitation or technical data numbers. Furthermore, the form stipulates that any released technical data is subject to specific conditions, including the responsible handling of documents marked with restrictive legends and adherence to the Arms Export Control Act and ITAR regulations. Requesters must certify the accuracy of their statements and compliance with these terms. Overall, the document emphasizes the importance of thorough and clear communication when seeking sensitive technical data, ensuring adherence to legal and regulatory standards.
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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