BOAST RFOP- Traverse & Elevation Mech Assembly

This Sources Sought Notice and Market Research Survey is issued by the Army Contracting Command – Detroit Arsenal (ACC-DTA) to identify qualified sources, both large and small businesses, capable of producing the Traverse & Elevation Mechanism (NSN: 1005-01-592-1520). The information gathered will assist the government in planning its acquisition strategy for a potential future procurement. A Technical Data Package (TDP) with a restricted distribution code (Distribution D) is associated with this item. To access the TDP upon any future solicitation release, vendors must have an active DD 2345 Military Critical Technical Data Agreement certification on file and be registered in the Joint Certification Program. The future scope of work includes first article testing (FAT) on five units of the traverse & elevation assembly (1005-01-493-7249). Interested parties must submit their responses via email to Contract Specialist Richard Hall (Richard.G.Hall64.civ@army.mil) by August 13, 2026, at 1:00 PM EST. Submissions must include a completed questionnaire addressing vendor profiles, business size under NAICS code 332994 (Small Arms, Ordnance, and Ordnance Accessories Manufacturing), past manufacturing experience, production capacity, lead times, sustainable monthly production rates, pricing, and quality management systems. This notice is strictly for market research and planning purposes; it does not constitute a formal solicitation or a guarantee of a future contract award.

This document outlines the Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL) via DD Form 1423 for the procurement of a Traverse and Elevation Mechanism Assembly. Prepared by the DEVCOM Armaments Center, it defines six distinct Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL) items (A001 through A006) that the contractor must submit to meet quality, engineering, and administrative standards. The specific data deliverables include: - **A001 (Engineering Change Proposal - ECP):** Governed by DI-SESS-80639E and SAE-EIA-649-1, requiring DD Form 1692. - **A002 (Request for Variance - RFV):** Governed by DI-SESS-80640E, requiring DD Form 1694. - **A003 (Notice of Revision - NOR):** Governed by DI-SESS-80642E, requiring DD Form 1695. - **A004 (Test Procedure – Heavy Phosphate Coating):** Requires a pre-production procedure and physical coated test panels submitted to the Rock Island Arsenal for approval 60 days prior to testing. - **A005 (Acceptance Inspection Equipment - AIE Report):** Details special inspection equipment documentation under DI-MGMT-81979. - **A006 (First Article Test Report - FATR):** Outlines inspection results, test data, and certifications under DI-NDTI-80809B, requiring 15 days advance notice of testing. All deliverables must be submitted electronically in government-compatible formats (such as Microsoft Office or PDF) to the designated Procuring Contracting Officer (PCO), Contract Specialist (CS), Administrative Contracting Officer (ACO), and engineering personnel. Distribution statements for engineering changes must apply the most restrictive classification of the affected items.

This document outlines the July 2023 Operations Security (OPSEC) Plan for the U.S. Army Tank-automotive and Armaments Command (TACOM). The plan establishes processes to identify and protect critical information and capabilities, activities, limitations, and intentions (CALI) from adversary intelligence collection. It serves as operational guidance for TACOM personnel, contractors, and tenant organizations at the Detroit Arsenal. The document details a five-step OPSEC process: identifying critical information, analyzing threats, analyzing vulnerabilities, assessing risks, and applying countermeasures. It defines security responsibilities for key leadership roles—including the TACOM Commander, G-2, OPSEC Officer, Public Affairs Office (PAO), and Cybersecurity Office—as well as general workforce requirements, such as completing annual training and utilizing STA Form 7114 for public release reviews. Additionally, the plan identifies common security risks, including open-source publications, unsecured communications, and visitor control failures. It provides specific guidance on social media usage, warning against geotagging and the disclosure of personally identifiable information (PII) or operational details. Lastly, the document establishes administrative protocols for the transmission, reproduction, and destruction of Classified and Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI).

This document, Attachment A, outlines the mandatory guidelines for handling, protecting, and disposing of Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) and technical data for government contracts. CUI comprises unclassified information requiring safeguarding under federal laws, regulations, and government-wide policies, including sensitive technical data. Contractors must complete mandatory DoD CUI training initially and annually, sign a CUI Non-Disclosure Agreement, and limit access to individuals with a verified lawful need. All CUI documents must be marked according to DoDI 5200.48. For physical and electronic security, CUI must be secured in locked storage during non-working hours and cannot be displayed in public or processed on public or personally owned devices. Digital transmissions must use NIST/NIAP-approved encryption or secure government collaborative suites. CUI cannot be posted on public websites without TACOM Public Affairs Officer approval. Disposal of CUI requires sanitizing or destroying the media in accordance with NIST SP 800-88 Revision 1 and 32 CFR 2002.14, ensuring the information is completely unreadable and irrecoverable. Any loss or compromise of CUI must be reported to the Government Security Manager within 72 hours of discovery, detailing the dates, threat methodology, system actions, and potential program impacts.

This Request for Order Proposal (RFOP), issued by the U.S. Army Contracting Command - Detroit Arsenal (ACC-DTA) under the Basic Ordering Agreement Sustainment Track (BOAST) program, solicits competitive proposals for Traverse & Elevation Assemblies. This non-commercial procurement is designated as a small business set-aside under NAICS code 332994. To be eligible for award, vendors must have a fully executed BOAST Basic Ordering Agreement in place prior to the solicitation's closing date. The requirement consists of three primary line items: a First Article Test Report (FATR), production quantities of the Traverse & Elevation Assembly, and an unexercised option for additional assemblies. The government intends to award a firm-fixed-price order to the responsible BOA holder submitting the lowest-priced proposal. First Article Test (FAT) units must be delivered within 150 calendar days after receipt of order, with production units due 150 days following FAT approval. The solicitation incorporates extensive regulatory and quality compliance standards, including Buy American provisions, Item Unique Identification (IUID) marking, and military packaging specifications. It outlines strict operational security (OPSEC) training mandates, counterintelligence awareness reporting, and technical requirements for heavy phosphate coating. Additionally, the contractor must adhere to rigorous configuration management, demilitarization and trade security controls, and Acceptance Inspection Equipment (AIE) requirements, utilizing MIL-STD 1916 for product acceptance. Proposals must be submitted electronically to the designated contracting points of contact by October 5, 2026.