Airborne Electronic Attack (AEA) and Electronic Support Systems

DISCLAIMER: THIS SOURCES SOUGHT IS FOR INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY. THIS IS NOT A REQUEST FOR QUOTE. IT DOES NOT CONSTITUTE A SOLICITATION AND SHALL NOT BE CONSTRUED AS A COMMITMENT BY THE GOVERNMENT. RESPONSES IN ANY FORM ARE NOT OFFERS AND THE GOVERNMENT IS UNDER NO OBLIGATION TO AWARD A CONTRACT AS A RESULT OF THIS ANNOUNCEMENT. NO FUNDS ARE AVAILABLE TO PAY FOR PREPARATION OF RESPONSES TO THIS ANNOUNCEMENT. ANY INFORMATION SUBMITTED BY RESPONDENTS TO THIS TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION IS STRICTLY VOLUNTARY. OBJECTIVE: The objective of this sources sought notice is to conduct market research to determine if responsible sources exist for a competitive effort, and to gain knowledge of potential qualified sources. The Naval Air Warfare Center Weapons Division (NAWCWD) intends to modify the current contract, held by Northrop Grumman Systems Corporation (NGSC), to extend the Period of Performance (PoP) by 5 years. Responses to this sources sought synopsis will be utilized by the Government to determine the best acquisition strategy. PROGRAM BACKGROUND/ SCOPE OF EFFORT: The major requirement for this effort will result in Software Configuration Set (SCS) implementation for the EA-18G and EA-6B, which will require the design, development, and implementation of upgrades to software and ancillary hardware. Platforms to be supported include EA-18G, EA-18G Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) Foreign Military Sales (FMS) configuration, EA-6B and other advanced electronic attack derivatives. See Statement of Work (SOW) Attachment 1. PROCUREMENT TYPE: The current contract is a Sole Source Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) with Cost Plus Fixed Fee (CPFF), Firm Fixed Price (FFP) and COST type Contract Line Item Numbers (CLINs). The intended source for extension of the current contract vehicle by modification is the incumbent, NGSC doing business as Northrop Grumman Mission Systems (NGMS). The current contract was awarded to NGSC on 17 October 2018, citing Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) 6.302-1, Only one responsible source and no other supplies or services will satisfy agency requirements. Modification to extend the contract will extend the Period of Performance (PoP) by 5 years, ending 16 October 2028. As the sole designer, developer, integrator, manufacturer and supplier of the EA-18G AEA system, EA-6B aircraft, and ALQ-218 subsystem, NGSC is the only known source that has the unique combination of airframe and weapons system integration knowledge needed to perform the required mission support. NGSC possesses data rights to thirty-one different algorithms associated with the ALQ-218. NGSC is also the prime contractor for the manufacture of the EA-18G AEA system and EA-6B aircraft. Furthermore, NGSC is the sole repository of the engineering design and software development expertise for all tactical software and integration of the avionics to the aircraft weapon system. Vendors interested in NGSC subcontracting opportunities should contact Susan Parris of NGSC at 805-987-9438. RESPONSES: This notice of intent is not a request for competitive proposals; however, any firm believing it can fulfill the requirement identified above may submit a written response to be received at the Contracting Office no later than 10 business days after the date of publication of this notice, which shall be considered by the agency. The written response shall reference contract number N6893619D0007 and provide a capability statement that clearly indicates the firm's experience, assets, background, and ability to perform the required work without compromising the quality, accuracy, reliability, and schedule. Responses should also include the following information: - Vendor's name and address; - Vendor's point of contact (POC) name, phone, and e-mail; - Declaration as to whether a U.S. or foreign contractor; - Contractor Size (Small or Large according to the identified NAICS and size standard); - Provide any anticipated teaming arrangements and delineate between work to be accomplished by the prime and work to be accomplished by the teaming partners; - A list of previous requirements provided, similar to the requirement described in this posting; - Any other specific and pertinent information as pertains to this particular area of procurement that would enhance the Government's review of the information submitted The Source Sought solicitation will be posted in Contract Opportunities on the System for Award Management (SAM) website at https://sam.gov/ on or about 25 February 2022. Interested firms must be registered in the SAM database at https://sam.gov/ to start doing business with the federal government. Written responses to this notice shall be submitted by e-mail to the point(s) of contact listed below no later than 10 business days from this notice date. Contractors must be certified through Defense Logistics Information Services (DLIS) in order to access Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) or Export Controlled Information. Access to CUI is limited, to a single POC per Commercial and Government Entity Code (CAGE) code, who is listed as the Data Custodian on the DD 2345 and approved by Defense Logistics Agency (DLA). The DD 2345 must be approved prior to requesting access to CUI in SAM.gov. Contractors are responsible for coordinating with their CAGE code's Data Custodian POC to request access to CUI. For additional information, visit the DLA website for the Joint Certification Program: https://www.dla.mil/HQ/LogisticsOperations/Services/JCP/.