Rapid Fire Major Caliber Naval Gun - Request for Information (RFI)

The Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA) is seeking sources capable of designing and developing major caliber guns with auto-handling systems capable of improved rates of fire of both GPS and mission data initialized guided projectiles while maintaining a low radar cross-section. Targeted improvement of interest for mission data initialization is an order of magnitude over current rate of fire capability provided by the MK 45 Gun Mount for conventional unguided Naval large caliber ordnance. Backwards compatibility with conventional unguided Naval large caliber ordnance inventory is not a requirement to avoid adversely constraining innovation. The response should include: 1. A system description that explains the technical solution including visual representation of the solution. The description should address relevant details for mechanical and electrical interfaces, key performance requirements to include maximum and sustained rates of fire, key projectile interface constraints, caliber, maximum operating pressure, ammunition magazine capacity, radar cross section, and ammunition stowage/resupply platform considerations. 2. Space, Weight, Power, and Cooling considerations, including details on how the solution could minimize weight and space requirements for the system while still providing cutting edge capability. 3. A notional programmatic schedule showing key events, developmental timelines, and notional procurement schedules required for achieving a notional initial operational capability of 50 guns. Required submittal format: - All submitted information should be at the unclassified level except for a sensitive information addendum to discuss radar cross section and signature detail - Report requested in Microsoft Word document, Times New Roman font 12, 1" margins, 20-page limit - Summary requested in Microsoft Power Point or Adobe PDF with no more than 10 slides. - Any sensitive information addendum should be double packaged and mailed to the Government with the following addresses on the inner and outer packaging: OUTER ENVELOPE COMMANDER NAVAL SEA SYSTEMS COMMAND PROGRAM EXECUTIVE OFFICER for INTEGRATED WARFARE SYSTEMS SURFACE SHIP WEAPONS ATTN: DOCUMENT CONTROL 2450 CRYSTAL DRIVE, SUITE 1300 ARLINGTON, VIRGINIA 22202-3843 INNER ENVELOPE COMMANDER NAVAL SEA SYSTEMS COMMAND PROGRAM EXECUTIVE OFFICER for INTEGRATED WARFARE SYSTEMS SURFACE SHIP WEAPONS ATTN: JODIE MUELLER 2450 CRYSTAL DRIVE, SUITE 1300 ARLINGTON, VIRGINIA 22202-3843 - Sensitive information addendum requested in Microsoft Word document, Times New Roman font 12, 1" margins, 1-page limit - Label any information that is considered proprietary. As a minimum, all responses should have at least the following: - Company name and address - Point of contact (to include phone/fax/e-mail) - Corporate POC (to include phone/fax/e-mail) - Technical POC (to include phone/fax/e-mail) - Cage code - NAICS codes - Business size and status - Type of small business (if applicable, i.e. 8(a), woman-owned, HUB zone, etc.) - Capability statement - Specific customers (for previous or similar contracts held) - Other material (relevant to establishing core competencies of the firm) NAVSEA may request further information regarding the capabilities of respondents to meet the requirements as deemed necessary. All potential sources with the capability to accomplish the requirements referenced in this notice are invited to submit written information sufficient to demonstrate the respondent's ability to fulfill the requirements described in this notice. Responses to this notice must be submitted via email to the points of contact listed at the bottom of this notice, and must be received no later than12:00 PM ET (provide date); early submissions are encouraged. All correspondence sent via email shall contain a subject line that reads "Rapid Fire Major Caliber Naval Gun RFI". Responses MUST be UNCLASSIFIED. Attachments with files ending in .zip or .exe are not allowable and will not get through e-mail filters. Ensure only Portable Document Format (PDF) and Microsoft Office document formats are attached to your email. All other attachments may be deleted. It is the responsibility of any potential offeror to monitor this site for additional information pertaining to this requirement. If responses contain proprietary data, it shall be marked appropriately. It is the respondent's responsibility to clearly define to the Government what is considered proprietary data. All information received that includes proprietary markings will be handled in accordance with applicable statutes and regulations. Responses to this notice will not be returned. An acknowledgement of receipt will be provided for all responses received. If you do not receive an acknowledgement within two working days, please notify the points of contact listed in this notice. THIS NOTICE IS NOT A REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS. Responses to this notice are not offers and cannot be accepted by the Government to form a binding contract. This notice is issued solely for information and planning purposes and does not constitute a solicitation or obligation on the part of the Government. Neither unsolicited proposals nor any other kind of offers will be considered in response to this notice. Respondents are wholly responsible for any costs or expenses associated with submitting a response. No reimbursement will be made for any costs associated with providing information in response to this notice or any further requests for information relating to a response. Respondents will not be notified of the results of this notice. The information obtained from submitted responses may be used in the development of an acquisition strategy.