Data Diode Devices

Scope - The Naval Surface Warfare Center, Philadelphia Division (NSWC-PD) Division 52 is seeking sources to provide data diode devices for Code 521 Hull, Mechanical and Electrical (HM&E) Ship Control, Navigation, and Networks Systems and technical services for said the devices, which will include any updates to software on the procured devices. The purpose of this contract is to provide data diode devices that will monitor and restrict data flow, securely separating two unclassified enclaves without compromising the availability of required information. This will allow Code 521 to exercise more control over the networks on board U.S. Navy Ships. The devices must meet specific requirements based on the system design and the ruggedized rack it will be enclosed within. The rack and its equipment has already passed environmental qualification testing for shock, vibration and electromagnetic interference and as such the devices must be able to meet these qualifications. The devices must also be highly configurable to support the various traffic on the networks. DRAFT List of Required Equipment: Description Quantity OCDS One Way Transfer Solution (26Mbps) with Failover 114 OCDS One Way Transfer Solution (26Mbps) without Failover 30 Annual Tech Services Option [5 Year] 1 OWL Log Forwarding Service 114 Annual Tech Services Option [1 Year] 730 Previous Strategy - Sole Source Contract Type - Firm Fixed Price (FFP), Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract is anticipated. This requirement will be awarded based on lowest price technically acceptable evaluation criteria. Period of Performance - The ordering period will span five years from the date of award, beginning on or after 15 February 2021. Capability Statements: Interested businesses are invited to submit capability statements, not to exceed 5 double spaced, single-sided pages in length, demonstrating their ability to fulfill this requirement. Capability Statements must address, at a minimum the following: Section 1: Introduction. Identify the Sources Sought Number and Title Section 2: Corporate Description. Name of Company and address Ownership, including whether: Small, Small Disadvantaged Business (SDB), 8(a), Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB), HUBZone, or Service Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Points of contact, including: Name, title, phone, and e-mail address CAGE Code and DUNS Number (1) A complete description of the offeror's capabilities (including technical, program management, prototyping, etc.) related experience, facilities, techniques, or unique combination of factors that would directly relate to the Government's objectives as stated in the attached PWS, (2) The qualifications, capabilities, and experiences of Contractor employees, who would be available to support this effort; Section 2. Past/Current Performance. Provide one (1) example of prior/current corporate experience performing efforts of similar size and scope within the last three years, including contract number, organization supported, indication of whether as a prime or subcontractor, contract values, Government point of contact with current telephone number, and a brief description of how the referenced contract relates to the requirement. Note: The requested information is for planning purposes and does not constitute a commitment, implied or otherwise, that a procurement action will be issued nor will the Government pay for the information solicited. All information and data received in response to this sources sought marked or designated a corporate proprietary information will be fully protected and held in strict confidence. Note: No telephone responses will be accepted. No contractor response received after the advertised due date and time will be accepted. No exceptions to this receipt deadline will be granted under any circumstances. Responses must be received no later than 2:00pm EST on 20 May 2020 by e-mail to keci.blackwell@navy.mil. Milestones - It is anticipated that procurement milestones will occur on or around the following dates: Set Aside Determination/Synopsis Issued: 1 June 2020 Solicitation Issued: 15 June 2020 Solicitation Closed: 20 July 2020 Award Date: 15 February 2021 Performance Start: 15 February 2021