REQUEST FOR INFORMATION (RFI) - SEA COMMANDER (SC) ENGINEERING - SUSTAINMENT
ID: 70Z02321RPC702400Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OFUS COAST GUARDHQ CONTRACT OPERATIONS (CG-912)(000WASHINGTON, DC, 20593, USA

NAICS

Engineering Services (541330)

PSC

SUPPORT- PROFESSIONAL: ENGINEERING/TECHNICAL (R425)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/bba913a0fc2a4c5798d166eed73ea0ee/view
Timeline
  1. 1
    Posted Jan 7, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  2. 2
    Updated Jan 13, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  3. 3
    Due Jan 24, 2025, 5:00 PM UTC
Description

The Department of Homeland Security, specifically the U.S. Coast Guard (USCG), has issued a Request for Information (RFI) titled "Sea Commander (SC) Engineering - Sustainment" to gather industry insights on providing engineering and sustainment services for the Sea Commander system and Maritime Communication Controller (MCC). The RFI aims to identify capabilities related to logistics, engineering tasks, and training necessary to maintain the operational effectiveness of these systems aboard National Security Cutters (NSCs). This initiative underscores the USCG's commitment to enhancing mission readiness through effective support systems, particularly as Lockheed Martin is the sole provider of the required engineering and technical data. Interested parties are encouraged to submit their responses electronically by January 24, 2025, and should direct inquiries to Adrian D. Ferguson at adrian.d.ferguson@uscg.mil or Andrew Gordon at andrew.gordon@uscg.mil.

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ATTACHMENT (1) REQUEST FOR INFORMATION (RFI) - SEA COMMANDER (SC) ENGINEERING - SUSTAINMENT.pdf
Jan 7, 2025, 4:04 PM UTC
The United States Coast Guard (USCG) issued a Request for Information (RFI) for Sea Commander engineering and sustainment support. This RFI aims to gauge industry capabilities to provide engineering and sustainment services for the Sea Commander (SC) and Maritime Communication Controller (MCC) systems aboard National Security Cutters (NSCs). The contractor will be responsible for logistics, engineering tasks, and training to ensure optimal system availability. The Sea Commander is a non-major IT system that processes real-time tactical data for the USCG, while the MCC manages radio frequency signals between shipboard radios and antennas. Lockheed Martin is the exclusive provider with the necessary data and expertise for these systems. The RFI outlines the support required, including performance specification reviews, software development, and system testing. Responses must be submitted electronically, with specific guidelines and deadlines for submissions noted. Interested vendors are encouraged to provide information while minimizing proprietary details and ensuring compliance with government regulations.
ATTACHMENT (1) REQUEST FOR INFORMATION (RFI) - SEA COMMANDER (SC) ENGINEERING -SUSTAINMENT.pdf
Jan 14, 2025, 2:25 AM UTC
The United States Coast Guard (USCG) issued a Request for Information (RFI) titled "Sea Commander Engineering & Sustainment Support" to explore industry capabilities for providing engineering and sustainment services for the Sea Commander (SC) system and Maritime Communication Controller (MCC). This RFI is for planning purposes only, does not request proposals, and does not commit the government to any contracts. Key services sought include logistics, engineering tasks, and training to ensure the operational effectiveness of SC and MCC systems aboard National Security Cutters (NSCs). The document emphasizes that Lockheed Martin is the sole provider of the necessary engineering and technical data for these systems. Interested parties must respond electronically with specific information by the deadline of January 24, 2025. The RFI outlines response instructions, including submission format and requirements, alluding to the government's confidentiality measures concerning proprietary information. This initiative highlights USCG's commitment to enhancing mission readiness through effective support systems and efficient contractor engagement.
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