A--Research and Development Sources Sought

This synopsis supplements one previously published on 18 July 2003. The Naval Sea Systems Command seeks to identify potential sources for development of a precision guided munition as an alternative to the EX-171 Extended Range Guided Munition (ERGM). The munition design must offer greater versatility than ERGM and a unit production cost significantly lower than ERGM. The munition must fire from the 5 inch MK 45 Gun Mount (both Mod 2 and Mod 4), have a length < 61, weigh < 110 pounds, employ GPS/INS guidance and be lethal against a variety of ground target types including trucks, personnel, SAM Radar and artillery. The munition must meet or exceed key performance parameters (threshold values stated) as follows: Delivery Accuracy - <20M CEP (jamming and non-jamming environment); Rate of Fire - 5 rd/min; Minimum Range - 15 nmi; Maximum Range 41 nmi. The munition must meet the above requirements in a firing demonstration by 30 September 2005. Interested parties must submit a written expression of interest, accompanied by evidence of experience in the precision guided munitions arena, to the attention of Pamela Franzel, SEA 02432F at the following address: Naval Sea Systems Command, Isaac Hull Ave SE, Washington Navy Yard, DC 20376-2030; telephone +1 (555) 000-0000; fax +1 (555) 000-0000; e-mail, contact@example.gov. Submissions of interest must be received by 8 August 2003 and must specify the size of the Contractor's business concern. No award will be made as a result of this sources sought synopsis. This synopsis is for informational purposes only. *****