ECP-I-EMALS-0066 Block Switch Controller (BSC) Complex Programmable Logic Device (CPLD) Hardware Obsolescence and Firmware Upgrade
ID: N00019-24-RFPREQ-TPM251-0445Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE NAVYNAVAL AIR SYSTEMS COMMANDPATUXENT RIVER, MD, 20670-5000, USA

NAICS

Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing (336413)

PSC

AIRCRAFT LAUNCHING EQUIPMENT (1720)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/cbb0dee2df344cd4bd032fc05c8dbefa/view
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, through the Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR), is seeking qualified firms to develop and implement an Engineering Change Proposal (ECP) for the Electromagnetic Aircraft Launching System (EMALS) aboard Ford Class Aircraft Carriers. The project, titled "ECP-I-EMALS-0066 Block Switch Controller (BSC) Complex Programmable Logic Device (CPLD) Hardware Obsolescence and Firmware Upgrade," involves non-recurring engineering tasks such as analysis, design, prototyping, and integration testing of an upgraded Printed Circuit Board Assembly (PCBA) to replace an obsolete CPLD, along with necessary firmware modifications and documentation. This initiative is critical for maintaining system readiness and addressing obsolescence issues, with a planned contract award in the 4th Quarter of FY2025 and performance extending through FY2028. Interested parties must submit their capability statements by 5:00 PM (EST) on February 6, 2025, to Joshua Hirtz and Margo O'Rear via the provided email addresses.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Joshua Hirtz
    joshua.a.hirtz.civ@us.navy.mil
    Margo O'Rear
    margo.b.orear.civ@us.navy.mil
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