Program Executive Office for Simulation, Training and Instrumentation (PEO STRI) for the Aviation Combined Arms Tactical Trainer (AVCATT) Helmet Mounted Display (HMD) Technology Refresh

Document Type: Request for Information (RFI) Solicitation Number: N/A Posted Date: 8 November 2012 Original Response Date: 7 December 2012 Current Response Date: 7 December 2012 NAICS Code: 2012 NAICS 333318 as revised from the 2007 NAICS 333319 * This RFI is being posted directly to FBO due to the server problems associated with ASFI * TITLE: Program Executive Office for Simulation, Training and Instrumentation (PEO STRI) for the Aviation Combined Arms Tactical Trainer (AVCATT) Helmet Mounted Display (HMD) Technology Refresh BRIEF DESCRIPTION: AVCATT is a virtual, reconfigurable, trailerized simulation training system. In a stand-alone configuration or networked with multiple virtual and constructive simulation systems, (e.g., Close Combat Tactical Trainer- CCTT, Virtual Battlespace 2- VBS2, Call for Fire Trainer- CFFT) it provides the capability for aviation units to train and sustain performance of the critical collective tasks that support the battlefield functional areas of maneuver, maneuver support, and maneuver sustainment and their associated Battlefield Operating Systems (BOS) of intelligence, Fire Support (FS), air defense, mobility/counter mobility/survivability, combat service support, and command and control. PEO STRI Product Manager for Air and Command Tactical Trainers (PM ACTT) has a requirement to keep the equipment in the AVCATT system up to date and technologically relevant. Therefore, the APM AVCATT is seeking information from industry regarding the replacement of HMDs in the 2017-2018 timeframe. As documented in the attached draft Technical Specification document, two key areas of improvement desired over the current implementation are the following: 1. Increased resolution beyond 1280x1024 2. Lifecycle costs The current product in AVCATT is the Rockwell SR100A with an integrated InterSense IS-900 MiniTrax. Each Manned Module utilizes 2 HMDs and an InterSense tracking system. INTENT OF THIS RFI: To collect responses from interested offerors to provide HMD replacements for the AVCATT system. Capability statements will not be utilized for any purpose other than for market research only. The Government requests that all interested parties submit a response (not to exceed 15 pages) that provides a description of your capabilities, past experience in similar efforts, a rough order of magnitude (ROM) costs as requested below. ACQUISITION APPROACH: The Government is currently developing an acquisition strategy for the AVCATT HMD Technology Refresh contract. The contract type for this effort has not yet been determined. QUANTITIES: Replacement to HMDs (2 per Manned Module) that are utilized in our base AVCATT Suite (two trailers and six manned modules per suite) with 24 suites in the fleet including developmental assets. ESTIMATED DOLLAR VALUE: TBD. RESPONSES REQUESTED: Firms interested in this potential procurement must provide their capability statement via email no later than 3:30pm Eastern Standard Time (EST) on 7 December 2012 to Lauren Bushika, Contract Specialist, contact@example.gov. Contractors are requested to provide a response not to exceed 15 pages, including the cover sheet. Please identify your Business Size Standard and, if applicable, socio-economic categories in accordance with 2007 NAICS 333319 and 2012 NAICS 333318. If vendor is a small business, and you are interested in participating as the prime contractor, please provide how you plan on meeting the limitations on subcontracting per FAR 52.219-14, Limitations on Subcontracting. If vendor is a small business and you are only interested in subcontracting opportunities, please be specific in identifying the areas you are interested in supporting. Responses should include the following pieces of information at a minimum: 1. What products do you currently have or will have that will meet the AVCATT HMD specification in 2017. Please clarify if it is a current or future product. 2. What will be the native resolution and what resolutions will the HMD support? 3. What is the expected Manned Module (2 HMDs, Webbed Halo Helmet & Helmet Tracking System) cost? (6 Manned Modules per Suite, 23 Suites) 4. Please also discuss any non-proprietary non-licensed solutions that may be available to maximize the AVCATT programs life cycle and sustainment cost savings; 5. What ways can the AVCATT program control life cycle costs post procurement? PEO STRI would like information on how the Government can satisfy its needs; contracting strategies; technology innovations; program risks; the identification of cost drivers; a ROM for per unit cost; any other information that may be relevant, which will enable the Government to assess an appropriate acquisition strategy. Additionally, should Contractors have questions with regard to the subject effort, it is requested that these questions be submitted in writing to the Contract Specialist, Lauren Bushika, contact@example.gov before 3:30pm EST on 28 November 2012. All non-proprietary question/answers will be posted to FedBizOpps and STRIBOP web portals by 3:30pm EST on 3 December 2012. DISCLAIMER: This announcement is published for market research purposes only. This notice does not constitute an invitation for bids or a Request for Proposal (RFP) and is not a commitment by the U.S. Government to procure subject products. No solicitation document exists at this time. Responses in any form are not offers and the Government is under no obligation to award a contract as a result of this announcement. No funds are available to pay for the preparation of responses to this announcement. The submission of this information is for PLANNING PURPOSES ONLY. CONTRACTS POINT OF CONTACT: Primary- Ms. Lauren Bushika, Contract Specialist, contact@example.gov. Alternate- Mr. Richard Boast, Contracting Officer, contact@example.gov TECHNICAL POINT OF CONTACT: Primary- Mr. Kirk Thomas, Lead AVCATT Systems Engineer, contact@example.gov. Secondary - Mr. David Mackoy, AVCATT Systems Engineer, contact@example.gov. ATTACHMENTS: For reference, the DRAFT Technical Specification for HMD Technology Refresh has been included for additional information.