Engineering, Technical, Sustainment and Kitting Support of CH53K Mesh Network Management (MNM) Communications Suite

The Naval Air Systems Command intends to establish a Basic Ordering Agreement (BOA) to contract with Kranze Technology Solutions (KTS) for Engineering, Technical, Sustainment and Kitting Support of CH53K Mesh Network Management (MNM) Communications Suite. The CH-53K aircraft configuration includes a MNM Communication Suite manufactured by KTS. The MNM Communication Suite is a C4l system with the ability to send and receive real-time SECRET and below mission critical (non-voice) information [e.g. imagery, Full Motion Video (FMV), intelligence updates, Isolated Personnel Report (ISOPREP) files, Position Location Information (PLI) with Higher Headquarters (HHQ)]. This requirement will enable Special Purpose-Marine Air Ground Task Force-Crisis (SP-MAGTF-CR) and the Tactical Recovery of Aircraft and Personnel (TRAP) the ability to obtain real-time/near real-time imagery and updates of the objective area and greatly enhance their collaboration with HHQ giving them the ability to obtain the most relevant situational picture in the operational area for execution of critical missions. The MNM Communication Suite requires follow-on support that is separate from the baseline incorporation to include engineering support, product support, obsolescence support, training support, spare parts, repair parts, support equipment, future kitting procurement and retrofit installation capability. The authority permitting other than full and open competition is Title 10, U.S. Code 2304(c)(1), as implemented by the Federal Acquisition Regulation Part 6.302-1, only one responsible source and no other supplies or services will satisfy agency requirements. This notice of intent is not a request for competitive proposals. However, any capability statements received within fifteen days after date of publication of this synopsis will be considered by the Government. A determination by the Government not to compete this proposed contract based upon responses to this notice is solely within the discretion of the Government. Information received will normally be considered solely for the purpose of determining whether to conduct a competitive procurement. Questions concerning subcontracting opportunities should be directed to Melissa Buchanan at melissa.buchanan@navy.mil.