Navy Conventional Prompt Strike Weapon System Platform-Specific Development and Production

1. SYNOPSIS This is a SOURCES SOUGHT NOTICE (SSN). This is NOT a Request for Proposal (RFP). No solicitation exists at this time. This SSN is issued pursuant to Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) 10.001(a)(2)(i) and (3)(i). The Government is not obligated and will not pay for any information received from potential sources as a result of this notice. By this notice, Strategic Systems Programs (SSP) is only requesting capability statements from potential contractors. SSP is currently assessing the means to implement the goals set in the FY21 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) to integrate hypersonic technologies with the ZUMWALT Class destroyers. The requirement description is as follows: Provide technical leadership, integration, coordination, and system engineering across the CPS program for successful integration of the Conventional Prompt Strike (CPS) weapon system (WS) on to the ZUMWALT Class destroyers platform. Weapon Control System (WCS) design, development and test of existing CPS WS for ZUMWALT class destroyer platform. Engineering development efforts include: System architecture Subsystem, component, and test requirements development Design analysis, design integration System integration, verification and validation testing to support Initial Operating Capability. Increase current industrial base capability for Navy and Army Long-Range Hypersonic Weapons. Production of Large-diameter (>30 inches) All Up Round (AUR) [encapsulated missile with a Hypersonic Glide Body (HGB) provided as Government Furnished Equipment (GFE)] and Canister (AUR + C) to support the Navy ZUMWALT Class Platform as well as future Army Platforms. Production of Advanced Payload Module (APM) with AURs in a three-pack configuration. The APM interfaces the AUR to the host platform and includes a support structure, protection, compressed air ejectors, and environmental control to support the Navy ZUMWALT Class Platform. SSP is seeking input from Industry to determine if there are sources with the facilities and proficiency required for executing the following capabilities: Serve as the prime program manager and systems integrator for all elements of the integration of the CPS weapon system onto the ZUMWALT Class destroyers. Facility and manpower capability to support large scale production of AURs, Navy APMs, Army canister closures, and Navy canister closures. Demonstrate the contractor can perform the following in support of the integration on the ZUMWALT Class destroyers: CPS Weapon Control System (WCS) design development and test Manufacture, integration, and installation of CPS on the ZUMWALT Class Destroyers Manufacture, deliver, and integrate Navy CPS preproduction prototype hardware/software (HW/SW) and production HW/SW Development of the ZUMWALT Class destroyer CPS unique operational Concept of Operations (CONOPs) to include considerations that integrate with command authority, host platforms, and facilities/ports Design and develop necessary Packaging, Handling, Storage, and Transportation (PHS&T) support equipment to support CPS on ZUMWALT Class destroyers. These potential efforts do not reflect any endorsement by the Department of Defense nor do they reflect any policy considerations that may apply to any given concept (e.g., basing arrangements, treaty compliance, etc.). This SSN and related information will be available only through the Internet at the Beta SAM.gov website (https://beta.sam.gov/). The Government will not provide information in response to any written, telephone, or facsimile requests. The FBO website provides downloading instructions. Distribution of all future information about this SSN will be through the SAM.gov website. Interested parties are responsible for monitoring the SAM.gov website to assure they have the most up-to-date information on this notice. Please visit said website and FAQs for information and assistance regarding any downloading or other issues. 2. RESPONSE REQUIREMENTS 1.1 General. Interested parties shall submit one white paper that demonstrates their capabilities and experience to build, integrate, test, prototype, and produce a Navy CPS WS. Failure to provide a response does not preclude participation in any possible future RFP, if issued. 1.2 Page Format. Responses shall be submitted in Microsoft Word or Adobe Acrobat Portable Document Format (PDF) format and reference: N00030-21-R-0025 - SSN NAVY CPS WS. Page size must be 8.5 x 11 inches. The top, bottom, and side margins must be at least 1 inch. Pages must be numbered sequentially. The text must be no less than 12 points and use Times New Roman font. 1.3 Page Limitations. The white paper shall not exceed 10 single-sided pages. Each page must be counted except for the following: Cover Page Company Information Size Status 1.4 Organization & Content. Responses shall be organized into the following sections with the following information: A) Introduction: Provide a brief company introduction and relevant details of the company/organization, including any potential teaming approach. Additionally, interested parties shall identify if their company has the capability to be a prime contractor or if it is only interested in subcontracting opportunities. Ensure responses include the following information: Company Name Company primary and alternate points of contact (title, email and phone) Company Address DUNS Number CAGW Code Size Status B) Capabilities - Succinctly address the contractor's ability to manage the types and magnitude of tasking, technical ability to perform the task, and the capacity to conduct the requirements of the task. C) Experience - This section should include specific demonstrated capabilities, knowledge, and experience for each capability. Identify any demonstrated expertise and experience that can be directly applied to the development and evaluation of Navy CPS WS capabilities. D) Place of Performance. Provide the expected place of performance. Identify existing facilities for manufacturing, assembly, and component, subsystem, and system integration, qualification, production, and testing required to support CPS on ZUMWALT Class destroyers. Describe or depict process flow for production, to include concept of location and shipping, which demonstrates ability to start production within two years of contract award. E) Period of Performance. To meet the Government need, production capability must start within two years of contract award including acquisition of Long Lead Material. Provide the company's approach to meeting this timeline, and estimated timeframe, from contract award to first test, including key assumptions and planning factors. F) Estimated Cost/Price. No estimated cost or price is requested at this time. This SSN will help the Government determine if there are sources capable of satisfying its potential requirements. 1.5 Classification. Interested parties must ensure responses are unclassified and appropriately marked. 1.6 Deadline. Interested parties shall submit one electronic response via email by 3:00pm Washington, DC local time on 5 April 2021, to samuel.bouchelle@ssp.navy.mil. Subject line of the email shall be as follows: - SSN for Platform-Specific CPS Integration. 3. DISCLAIMER This SSN is issued solely for Market Research purposes. It does not constitute a Request for Proposal (RFP) or a promise to issue an RFP in the future. This SSN does not commit the Government to solicit offers or award a contract. The information provided in this SSN is subject to change and is not binding on the Government. Respondents are advised that ALL costs associated with responding to this SSN will be solely at the interested parties expense, and the U.S. Government will not pay for any information or costs incurred or associated with submitting a response to this SSN.