Combat Net Radio (CNR) Solicitation

**16 August 2021** Amendment 05 (16 August 2021): The purpose of this amendment is to modify the solicitation, as noted below. All other solicitation documents remain unchanged. 1. Solicitation, W15P7T-21-R-0009, has been updated as follows: The Proposal Due Date for Solicitation W15P7T-21-R-0009 has been extended to 7 September 2021 at 0900 AM Eastern Time ================================================================================================ **4 August 2021** The Government is providing an updated document containing answers to industry's non-proprietary questions, and Version 2, dated 4 August 2021, has been uploaded to this solicitation posting. The updated question and answer spreadsheet contains additional questions and answers added at reference numbers 107 and 108. ================================================================================================ **2 August 2021** A revised copy of the solicitation document, conformed through Amendment 0004, has been uploaded, as indicated in the 30 July 2021 update. ================================================================================================ **30 July 2021** Amendment 04 (30 July 2021) The purpose of this amendment is to modify the solicitation, as noted below. All other solicitation documents remain unchanged. 1. Solicitation, W15P7T-21-R-0009, has been updated as follows: The Proposal Due Date for Solicitation W15P7T-21-R-0009 has been extended to 23 August 2021 at 0900 AM Eastern Time 2. Attachment 0014, Section L and Section M - is submitted as Version 4, dated 30 July 2021, and has been updated as follows Attachment 0014, Section L and Section M, has been updated to annotate that Bailed Property is due on the same date as the proposal submission, and provide instruction that Offerors shall contact the Contracting Officer no later than 10 business days prior to the proposal submission due date to notify the Government of intent to deliver Bailed Property. Furthermore, in Attachment 0001, Performance Requirements Document (PRD), Section 3.8, Paragraph 3.8.4 references - ATP 6-02.53, TECHNIQUES FOR TACTICAL RADIO OPERATIONS, dated February 2020. A link to this document is provided below: https://armypubs.army.mil/epubs/DR_pubs/DR_a/pdf/web/ARN20819_ATP_6-02x53_FINAL_WEB.pdf *** The Government's contract writing system is currently experienecing technical issues. A revised copy of the solicitation document, conformed through Amendment 0004, will be uploaded to this solicitation posting as soon as the system is back online. Thank you*** ================================================================================================ **20 July 2021** Amendment 03 (20 July 2021) The purpose of this amendment is to modify the solicitation, as noted below. All other solicitation documents remain unchanged. In addition, Government Answers to Industry's Non-Propreitary questions, have been uploaded to this solicitation posting. 1. Solicitation, W15P7T-21-R-0009, has been updated as follows: The Proposal Due Date for Solicitation W15P7T-21-R-0009 has been extended to 16 August 2021 at 5pm Eastern Time The clause at DFARS 252.204-7021 has been removed. The clause at DFARS 252.209-7009 has been removed. "The clause at 52.246-11 has been updated to include the following certifications: ISO 9001- International Standards Organization 9001-2015 or AS9100 Society of Automotive Engineers -Aerospace Standard AS9100 Rev D. Updated the narrative for Contract Line Items 1101AA and 6101AA to include reference to PRD paragraph 3.3.3. Section L Notice of Cost and Software Data Reporting (CSDR) System has been inserted. The solicitation has been updated to include the CSDR Plan (DD2794) and Resource Distribution Table as Attachment 0015 and 0016 respectively. 2. Attachment 0001 - Performance Requirements Document (PRD), and Attachment 0003 PRD Compliance Matrix -- are submitted as Version 3, dated 20 July 2021, and have been updated as follows: (Note: there was no Version 2 of Attachment 0003, PRD Compliance Matrix; however, the version number has rolled to Version 3 to maintain consistency with Attachment 0001, PRD) Clarifications were made to the PRD as noted below. Paragraph 3.8, with subparagraphs, was added to further clarify instances where the original SINCGARS 1523F specification do not align with the PRD in order to delineate precedence. Paragraph 1.2 System Description. Clarifications: that PLI modes are not Threshold, - form/fit/function removed in multiple instances where the intent could be confused to mean something more restrictive than intended. Paragraph 1.4.5.2 FAT. Clarification added about compliance with SINCGARS 1523F specification testing to be completed by Contractor. This is distinct from Government-led testing that will be in accordance with the Attachment 0005, First Article Test Plan. Paragraphs under paragraph 2 Applicable Documents. Clarifications and direction to see paragraph 3.8. Paragraph 3.1.1.5.2 (Dismounted antenna Interface). Clarification added: - SINCGARS 1523F specifications found in paragraph 3.9.1.3 states - The RT shall provide an effective match to a Manpack Antenna AS-3683/PRC. The CNR solution shall meet this requirement or the manufacturer shall furnish the RT with an antenna of equivalent/better performance. Paragraph 3.1.3.1 External GPS Interface Requirements. Clarifications about the interface being Threshold although the Situational Awareness versions of the waveform are not yet Threshold. Paragraph 3.1.5 CNR-RT Environmental Testing (and sub-paragraphs). Clarifications include paragraph numbers of SINCGARS 1523F specification as cross-reference. Paragraphs 3.1.5.5 Nuclear Biological Chemical (and sub-paragraphs). Multiple clarifications, SINCGARS 1523F specification cross-reference, and rationales. Paragraph 3.1 Dismounted CNR Set Capabilities. Added reference for N/A sections of 3.1. Deleted Objective reliability values. Paragraph 3.2 Mounted CNR Set Capabilities. Deleted Objective reliability values. Paragraph 3.3.2 Vehicle Intercom System Interface. Although the requirement is in the SINCGARS 1523F specification, repeated intent here for clarification. Paragraph 3.3.3 Installation Kit Adapter. Clarifications about the purpose of this CLIN and what it was describing are provided. This hardware is optional, and ordered using the appropriate CLIN if hardware is necessary to secure the RT into the legacy SINCGARS VAA. Paragraphs 3.4.1.6, 3.4.1.7, 3.4.1.15, and 3.4.1.16 are deleted. Paragraph 3.4.3.14 Clarifies Late Net Entry applies to both legacy and modernized version of SINCGARS. Paragraphs 3.5.2 and 3.5.3 for Dismounted and Mounted HMI, respectively have been updated with clarifications. Paragraphs 3.6 and 3.7 for FMS have been updated with clarifications. Paragraph 3.8 Deviations from the RT-1523F Specification has been added for clarification. Paragraph 5.3 Order of Precedence has been updated to include reference to paragraph 3.8 for deviations. 3. Attachment 0002, Statement of Work (SOW) - is submitted as Version 1.1, dated 20 July 2021, and has been updated as follows: [NOT PROVIDED ON SAM.GOV] Updated paragraph 9.7, to change the reference from JPAS to Defense Information System for Security (DISS). 4. Attachment 0007 - CNR Pricing Spreadsheet, is submitted as Version 2, dated 20 July 2021, and has been updated as follows: Modified to change CLINs 1201AA and 6201AA to CPFF CLINs, vice FFP CLINs. This aligns with Section B of the solicitation. Attachment 0007, CNR Pricing Spreadsheet, has been updated to correct the error in the formula in cell T386 on Tabs 2-A and 2-B. Added information on the instructions tab on Attachment 0007, CNR Pricing Spreadsheet, to include the following: - 8. If a Contract Line Item Number (CLIN) is not required for an offeror's unique solution, which is compliant with the Government's requirement, then the CLIN shall be left blank (not $0.00) in the Pricing Spreadsheet. Offerors shall provide additional information/rationale for the exclusion of these items in Column W on tabs 2-A and 2-B. Added the following clarification to the GFM Historical data tab: - The Government has identified that three components of the RT-1523s have the highest likelihood of reuse by a potential vendor: the physical body of the RT (or - chassis), the front key panel display, and the power supply circuit card. The Government has provided historical data stating the estimated cost and re-use rate for these three components. 5. Attachment 0013, Past Performance Questionnaire - is submitted as Version 2, dated 20 July 2021, and has been updated as follows: Part III, Return Information, has been updated to provide instructions to be completed by Point of Contact - Respondent. 6. Attachment 0014, Section L and Section M - is submitted as Version 3, dated 20 July 2021, and has been updated as follows: Attachment 0014, Section L and Section M, has been updated to provide instructions for offerors who need to request a drop off code on the DoD SAFE file exchange site, which can be requested from the Contracting Officer (bradley.a.phillips14.civ@mail.mil) and Contract Specialist (lee.alexis.civ@mail.mil). Updated to clarify that all pages shall be in standard letter size (8.5 x 11 inches). Updated to clarify the date format for file names. This has been updated to "MMDDYYYY", which previously was annotated as - MMDDYYY. For example, August 9th, 2021 would be annotated as 08092021. Updated to provide clarification that Cover Sheets, Tables of Contents, and Acronym Lists are excluded from the page limitations identified in Section L. Updated to provide instructions that Offeror provided Data/Software Rights Assertions shall be presented to the Government as an attachment to the Technical Proposal. Updated to remove the term - native format, and emphasizes the appropriate file formats as listed in the table in Attachment 0014 at A.1(c). Updated to state that: - Each volume of the proposal shall consist of a Table of Contents, Summary Section, and Narrative discussion, instead of each file. Updated to annotate that the cost/prices associated with License Rights shall only be included in the Cost Narrative section of the proposal. Attachment 0014, Section L and Section M, has been updated to reflect that the cost for License Rights shall be captured in the Cost Narrative proposal. Modified to clarify that the offeror shall include the price of license data rights and background patent rights on an NSP basis tied to the CLIN. Please note: The Government is providing PDF files containing tracked changes, which are being provided FOR REFERENCE ONLY, for the following documents: Attachment 0001 - Performance Requirements Document (PRD) Attachment 0002 - Statement of Work [NOT PROVIDED ON SAM.GOV] Attachment 0013 - Past Performance Questionnaire Attachment 0014 - Section L and Section M Please note: The following amended attachment - Attachment 0002 "Statement of Work", Version 1.1, is not posted on Sam.Gov, and is marked as Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) with Limited Dissemination Controls and/or Export Controls. Instructions were provided in the original solicitation posting (included below) on what information is required to be provided to verify a recipient's eligibility and authority to receive export-controlled information. Any interested vendor who has already been verified may send an emai to the Contracting Officer, Bradley A. Phillips (bradley.a.phillips14.civ@mail.mil) and Contract Specialist, Lee Alexis (lee.alexis.civ@mail.mil) to request the amended Attachment 0002, Statement of Work, Versiom 1.1. Any interested vendor who has not yet been verified and wishes to request the documentation shall follow the instructions provided in the initial solicitation posting. A revised copy of the solicitation document, conformed through Amendment 0003, has been uploaded to this solicitation posting. ================================================================================================ **01 July 2021** Amendment 02 (01 July 2021): The purpose of this amendment is to modify Attachment 0001 Performance Requirements Document (PRD), as noted below. All other solicitation documents remain unchanged. Attachment 0001 Performance Requirements Document (PRD) has been updated and is submitted as Version 2, dated 01 July 2021. The purpose of this Revision is to correct the document number for the Product Specification for RT-1523F. The PRD previously identified the Product Specification for RT-1523F as document A3307000; however, has been updated to reflect the correct document number of A3307042. Note: The correct document, document number A3307042, was provided to interested vendors who requested it pursuant to the instructions provided on sam.gov. A revised copy of the solicitation document, conformed through Amendment 0002, has been upload to this solicitation posting. =================================================================================================== **30 June 2021** Amendment 01: The purpose of this ammendment is to modify Attachment 0014 - Section L and Section M, as noted below. All other solicitation documents remain unchanged. Attachment 0014 - Section L and Section M - has been updated and is submitted as Version 2, dated 30 June 2021. The purpose of this Revision is to update the due date for questions submitted from industry for the Combat Net Radios solicitation, from 05 July 2021 at 1700 Eastern Time to 06 July 2021 at 1700 Eastern Time. Questions shall be sent via email to the Contracting Officer at bradley.a.phillips14.civ@mail.mil, as well as the Contract Specialist at lee.alexis.civ@mail.mil. Questions shall be submitted not later than 06 July 2021 at 1700 Eastern Time. Offerors shall submit a single response containing all questions, and multiple emails containing additional questions may not be reviewed. =================================================================================================== ***28 June 2021*** In a previous Request for Information (RFI), the Government made additional technical data available. To receive the Government's technical data (documentation), the following documents listed below will be made available upon request using the procedures identified below, and will be available to contractors who sign applicable Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs). Additional (Controlled) Technical Documents available by specific request: 1) Project Specification for RT-1523 2) Amplifier/Adapter/Vehicle AM-7239-E Performance 3) Amplifier Radio Frequency AM-7238 4) Interface Control Document (ICD) 5) Test Manual 6) SINCGARS System Engineering Document INSTRUCTIONS FOR REQUESTING CONTROLLED UNCLASSIFIED LIMITED DISSEMINATION CONTROL TECHNICAL DATA (DOCUMENTATION) ITEMS: Previous technical data (documentation) items are marked as Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) with Limited Dissemination Controls and/or Export Controls. Therefore, only vendors who are current DoD contract holders are eligible to receive Controlled information. The dissemination of Export-Controlled information is restricted by the Arms Export Control Act or the Export Administration Act of 1979. Export-controlled items shall not be disseminated outside the U.S. Government or to U.S. Government contractors without first verifying the recipient's eligibility and authority to receive export-controlled information by verifying they have a current, valid DD Form 2345. Interested vendors must provide their CAGE Code, DoD contract number, a copy of the DD2345, or their Joint Certification Program (JCP) number to Contracting Officer Bradley Phillips (bradley.a.phillips14.civ@mail.mil) and Contract Specialist Lee Alexis (Lee.Alexis.civ@mail.mil). Once the contract number, CAGE Code, and JCP data has been verified the Controlled documents will be sent via DoD SAFE. Additionally, vendors will be required to submit a Data Non-disclosure Agreement (NDA), as well as a CUI NDA, for all personnel requiring access to these documents. A copy of this NDA can be obtained by emailing the Contracting Officer Bradley Phillips (bradley.a.phillips14.civ@mail.mil) or Contract Specialist Lee Alexis (Lee.Alexis.civ@mail.mil). For more information regarding the JCP approval process and the DD Form 2345 click or copy and paste the link below into a web browser. https://www.dla.mil/HQ/LogisticsOperations/Services/JCP/SpecificDD2345Instructions.aspx =================================================================================================== This Solicitation is being issued by Army Contracting Command, Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD - to procure a modernized Receiver Transmitter (R/T) to replace the existing Combat Network Radio (CNR) RT-1523E/F on behalf of Program Executive Office Command Control Communications - Tactical (PEO-C3T), Project Manager Tactical Radios (PM TR), Product Manager (PdM) Waveforms. Government Solicitation items (Attachment 0002 "Statement of Work", Attachment 0008 "Life Cycle Sustainment Plan", and Attachment 0012 "CNR Proposed Programmatic Schedule") that have not been posted on Sam.Gov are marked as Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) with Limited Dissemination Controls and/or Export Controls. Therefore, only vendors who are current DoD contract holders are eligible to receive Controlled information. The dissemination of Export-Controlled information is restricted by the Arms Export Control Act or the Export Administration Act of 1979. Export-controlled items shall not be disseminated outside the U.S. Government or to U.S. Government contractors without first verifying the recipient's eligibility and authority to receive export-controlled information by verifying they have a current, valid DD Form 2345. Interested vendors must provide their CAGE Code, DoD contract number, a copy of the DD2345, or their Joint Certification Program (JCP) number to Contracting Officer Bradley Phillips (bradley.a.phillips14.civ@mail.mil) and Contract Specialist Lee Alexis (Lee.Alexis.civ@mail.mil). Once the contract number, CAGE Code, and JCP data has been verified the Controlled Solicitation items will be sent via DoD SAFE. Additionally, vendors will be required to submit a CUI Non-disclosure Agreement (NDA) for all personnel requiring access to these documents. A copy of this NDA can be obtained by emailing the Contracting Officer Bradley Phillips (bradley.a.phillips14.civ@mail.mil) or Contract Specialist Lee Alexis (Lee.Alexis.civ@mail.mil). Please see Solicitation Section J Attachment 0014 to this SAM.Gov announcement, for Instructions, Conditions, and Notices to Offerors, and Evaluation Factors for Award. This Solicitation (W15P7T-21-R-0009) contains the following documents: EXHIBITS Exhibit A - CONTRACT REPORTING & MISC (NSP) - (CDRLS A001-A009) Exhibit B - ENGINEERING DOCUMENTATION (NSP) - (CDRLS B001-B012) AND PRODUCTION/TEST (CDRLS B013-B015) Exhibit C - HARDWARE (NSP) - (CDRL C001) Exhibit D - SOFTWARE (NSP) - (CDRLS D001-D005) Exhibit E - SECURITY (NSP) - (CDRLS E001-E010) Exhibit F - LOGISTICS (NSP) - (CDRLS F001 - F009) Exhibit G - SUSTAINMENT (NSP) - (CDRLS G001-G002) Exhibit H - TRAINING (NSP) - (CDRL H001) Exhibit J - CONTRACT REPORTING & MISC (PRICED) - (CDRLS J001-J011) Exhibit K - ENGINEERING DOCUMENTATION (PRICED) - (CDRLS K001 - K008) Exhibit L - HARDWARE (PRICED) - (CDRLS L001 - L007) Exhibit M - SOFTWARE (PRICED) - (CDRLS M001 - M009) Exhibit N - SECURITY (PRICED) - (CDRLS N001 - N010) Exhibit P - LOGISTICS (PRICED) - (CDRLS P001 - P020) Exhibit Q - SUSTAINMENT (PRICED) - (CDRLS Q001-Q007) Exhibit R - TRAINING (PRICED) - (CDRLS R001-R007) Exhibit S - SMALL BUSINESS (NSP) - (CDRL S001) ATTACHMENTS Attachment 0001 PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS DOCUMENT (PRD) Attachment 0002 STATEMENT OF WORK - [NOT PROVIDED ON SAM.GOV] Attachment 0003 PRD COMPLIANCE MATRIX Attachment 0004 HARDWARE EVALUATION PLAN Attachment 0005 FIRST ARTICLE TESTING PLAN Attachment 0006 SECTION F SCHEDULE Attachment 0007 PRICING SPREADSHEET Attachment 0008 LIFE CYCLE SUSTAINMENT PLAN (LCSP) - [NOT PROVIDED ON SAM.GOV] Attachment 0009 CONTRACT SECURITY CLASSIFICATION SPECIFICATION (DD254) Attachment 0010 SMALL BUSINESS PARTICIPATION COMMITMENT DOCUMENT (SBPCD) Attachment 0011 BAILMENT AGREEMENT Attachment 0012 CNR PROPOSED PROGRAMMATIC SCHEDULE - [NOT PROVIDED ON SAM.GOV] Attachment 0013 PAST PERFORMANCE QUESTIONNAIRE Attachment 0014 SECTION L & SECTION M Questions shall be sent via email to the Contracting Officer at bradley.a.phillips14.civ@mail.mil, as well as the Contract Specialist at lee.alexis.civ@mail.mil. Questions shall be submitted not later than 05 July 2021 at 1700 Eastern Time. Offerors shall submit a single response containing all questions, and multiple emails containing additional questions may not be reviewed.