MARINE CORPS TACTICAL INSTRUMENTATION SYSTEM-WEAPONS SURROGATES
ID: M67854-24-I-8017Type: Sources Sought
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE NAVYCOMMANDERQUANTICO, VA, 22134-6050, USA

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Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing (334511)

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https://sam.gov/opp/9d2632cfeea641fe90ae2b589aad7657/view
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    The US Department of Defense, Marine Corps Systems Command, seeks vendors for the Marine Corps Tactical Instrumentation System-Weapons Surrogates (MCTIS-WS). It aims to enhance force-on-force training by integrating realistic weapon surrogates into live exercises. The focus is on procuring diverse weapon surrogates, including mortars, launchers, missiles, and grenades, which replicate actual combat scenarios. Vendors are invited to respond with capability submissions by September 13, 2024, for potential future engagement.

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    Catherine Opsahl
    (571) 330-8968
    catherine.opsahl@usmc.mil
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    M67854_24_I_8017 MCTIS-WS RFI.pdf
    The Marine Corps Systems Command issues an RFI for the Marine Corps Tactical Instrumentation System-Weapons Surrogates (MCTIS-WS), seeking vendor information. MCTIS-WS aims to integrate weapon surrogate systems into live-action training, enhancing force-on-force exercises. The focus is on procuring multiple types of weapon surrogates, including mortars, grenade launchers, missiles, and grenades, which replicate the actual weapons' physical and operational characteristics. These surrogates must integrate wireless technologies like ULEIS and WLN for real-time data exchange. The RFI outlines general and specific requirements for each weapon type, emphasizing accurate simulation, feedback mechanisms, and compatibility with existing MCTIS infrastructure. Vendors are invited to submit information on their capabilities by September 13, 2024, with potential follow-up invitations to an Industry Day session in 1Q FY25. This RFI is a planning and information-gathering exercise, and participation incurs no government obligation or reimbursement.
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