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High-Performance Electromagnetic Spectrum Survivable Materials Advancement (HELMSSMAN)

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The contract titled High-Performance Electromagnetic Spectrum Survivable Materials Advancement (HELMSSMAN), issued by the Air Force Research Laboratory, seeks proposals to develop and transition advanced materials that enhance electromagnetic spectrum resilience and protection. The solicitation, posted by the Department of the Air Force at Wright Patterson AFB, emphasizes research, testing, evaluation, and prototyping efforts aimed at supporting materials for electromagnetic spectrum resilience and advanced vision protection. The initial proposal due date is set for October 18, 2024, but recent updates indicate that the deadline may be amended within the next 24-48 hours, with the new due date expected to be no later than October 25, 2024. Throughout the solicitation process, several updates have been made, including the addition of Questions and Answers documents and the inclusion of Section K, which covers Representations and Certifications, requiring submission alongside proposals. The contracting process is managed under NAICS code 541715, and interested parties are advised to closely monitor the call for further instructions and potential changes to submission deadlines. The contract aims to foster innovative solutions in electromagnetic spectrum survivability, with the response deadline currently set for October 18, 2024, and contact information provided for inquiries.

General Info

HELMSSMAN contract seeks proposals for resilient electromagnetic spectrum protection materials by October 25, 2024.

NAICS

541715 - Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)

Place of Performance

Wright Patterson AFB, OH, 45433, USA

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

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AFRLI 61-113 Solicitation Language for Security Risk Review

PDF, High priority: read this first4 pages · special-notice
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Attachment 1 – FA2394-25-D-B001 BASIC IDIQ Statement of Objectives

PDF, High priority: read this first1 page · sow
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Attachment 3 – TO-2 Statement of Objectives

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Attachment 4 Supplemental Statement of Work for AFRL Contract

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DD Form 1423-1 CDRL A001 Security Plan

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DD Form 1423-1 Contract Data Requirements List

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FA239425DB001 - Solicitation/Contract Form (RFP)

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FA2394-XX-X-XXXX Section K Reps and Certs

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HELMSSMAN Call for Proposals RX-24-001A Questions and Answers (9/4/24)

PDF, High priority: read this first2 pages · q-and-a
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HELMSSMAN RX-24-001A Questions and Answers – 10/8/24

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Instructions for Completing DD Form 1423 - CDRL Data Item

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Research and Related Senior and Key Person Profile Worksheet

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RX-24-001A High-Performance Electromagnetic Spectrum Survivable Materials Advancement (HELMSSMAN) Call for Proposals

PDF, High priority: read this first18 pages · call-for-proposals
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Time and Materials Rate Example - IDIQ CLIN XX

XLSX, High priority: read this first3 pages · bid-schedule
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TO-1 Statement of Objectives (SOO)

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HELMSSMAN Call for Proposals Q&A, RX-24-001A, 10/15/24

PDF, Medium priority3 pages · q-and-a
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AFRL ANSI/NISO-Based Guide to Formatting Technical Reports

PDF, Low priority23 pages · specifications
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Attachment 8 - DD Form 254 Request

PDF, Low priority1 page · other
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Attachment X - Security Program Questionnaire

PDF, Low priority1 page · questionnaire
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HELMSSMAN Call 2 Base Support Availability Certification

PDF, Low priority1 page · memorandum
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Privacy Act Statement - Air Force Research Laboratory

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SF 298 Report Documentation Page

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AgencyDepartment Of Defense → FA8650 USAF Afmc Afrl Pzl Afrl/pzl
Contacts1 person available
OfficeWRIGHT PATTERSON AFB, OH, 45433-7541, USA
Office AddressWRIGHT PATTERSON AFB, OH, 45433-7541, USA
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**18 OCT 2024 - The Science and Technology (S&T) Protection requirements found in HELMSSMAN call for proposals, attachment - RX_24_00 1A HELMSSMAN 2.6 - 2.6.3 are hereby required. As a result, the proposal submittal shall include the documents/information requested herein DUE no later than 25 OCTOBER 2024, 4:00pm, Wright Patterson AFB, OH, local time. S&T Requirements: Please see NEW - Attachment, Solicitation Language for Security Risk Review AFRLI 61-113 for S&T Protection proposal submission details. Note, offerors must complete/submit the NEW - Attachment 13, Privacy Act Statement, NEW - Attachment 14, Research and Related Key Person Worksheet, NEW - Attachment 15, Security Program Questionnaire and adhere to NEW Contract Data Requirements List (CDRLs) reporting requirements, - Attachment 16, CDRL Security Plan and - Attachment 17, CDRL Senior Key Person Profile with the proposal submission. **The S&T required information herein will NOT count against the proposal page limitations outlined in the - RX_24_001A HELMSSMAN Call for Proposals. NEW submission requirements: Due to the sensitivity of proposal information offerors shall utilize DoD SAFE: Offerors shall send an email to the MAA Mailbox, contact@example.gov no later than 24 OCTOBER 2024, 4:00pm, Wright Patterson AFB, OH, local time (day before proposal due date) and provide an email that the USG can - Request a Drop-off for proposals via DoD SAFE. You will then receive an automated email from DoD SAFE with instructions for how to upload your proposal files. Please add the MAA mailbox, contact@example.gov as an additional recipient when your proposal files are uploaded. **17 OCT 2024 - Due to a recent update in requirements the call will be amended in the next 24-48hrs with a new proposal due date and instructions for submission of new requirments. Please DO NOT submit proposals on 18 OCT 2024. The USG does not anticipate that the new proposal due date will go beyond 25 OCT 2024. Please monitor this call closely for further instructions and details in regard to addtional requirements and due date. . ** 16 OCT 2024 - Added additional Questions and Answers document to the attachments and links section. Proposal due date remains unchanged, 18 OCT 2024. ** 08 OCT 2024 - Added additional Questions and Answers document to the attachments and links section. Also added Section K, Representations and Certifications to attachments and links. Please submit completed Section K, Representations and Certifications with your business and cost proposals. Proposal due date remains unchanged, 18 OCT 2024. **16 SEP 2024 - Added Questions and Answers document to the attachments and links section and updated the PROPSAL DUE DATE to 18 OCT 2024. The Air Force Research Laboratory, Materials and Manufacturing Directorate, (AFRL/RX) is soliciting proposals for High-Performance Electromagnetic Spectrum Survivable Materials Advancement (HELMSSMAN). The primary objective of this program is to research, assess, develop, test, evaluate, prototype, demonstrate, and transition technologies that support Advanced Development Vision Protection Materials and Materials for Electromagnetic Spectrum (EMS) Resilience.

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