Remote-Controlled Aircraft with associated training and spare parts

The Air Force Research Laboratory, Munitions Directorate, Advanced Guidance Division (AFRL/RWGN) is interested in purchasing two (2) commercial-off-the-shelf (COTS) remote-controlled aircraft with associated training and spare parts. This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in Subpart 12.6, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; proposals are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued. Solicitation number, FA8651-09-R-0110, Remote-Controlled Aircraft, is issued as a request for proposal (RFP). This award will be a Small Business Set-aside, NAICS code 336411-Aircraft Manufacturing, with Small Business Size Standard of 1500. Proposals must be received not later than 4:00PM (CST), on 2Dec 08 by email to Carolyn.hudson@eglin.af.mil, Contract Specialist. The provision at 52.212-1, Instructions to Offerors - Commercial, applies to this acquisition. Aircraft Performance Requirements: a) Payload weight capacity > 30 lbs. b) Payload volume capacity > 1.5 cubic feet. c) Empty ground take-off weight (GTOW) < 40 lbs. d) Flight duration >30 minutes at >100 knots cruise speed. e) Dash speed > 200 knots. f) Dash speed duration > 5 minutes. g) Landing speed ~50kts (Full flaps). Aircraft Equipment, Controls, and Aesthetic Requirements: a) Engine, fuel system, landing gear, control actuators/servos are required. b) Autopilot, battery, and radio control transmitter/receiver are NOT required. c) A significant portion of the payload volume should be contiguous. d) A portion of the payload capacity must accommodate an unobscured mounting location for a forward-looking camera or imaging system (i.e. the aircraft nose or forward section). e) Rapid maneuverability is desired but must have stable aerodynamic design. f) Generic airframe shape and markings are desired; Authentic military jet replicas are not as favorable. g) Landing gear should accommodate pavement or other hard surfaces without significant impact to payload. h) Component price listing needed to determine the cost of spare parts. Support Requirements: a) Flight Training for three Government personnel at Eglin Air Force Base, FL. b) Aircraft must be fully assembled upon final delivery at Eglin Air Force Base, FL. Evaluation Criteria: Offers will be evaluated in accordance with the factors below which are listed in descending order of importance. Factor (1) Demonstrated ability to meet the stated requirements. Factor (2) Aircraft Component Reliability. Factor (3) Delivery Schedule. Factor (4) Price.* * Price though listed last, is still considered an important factor. Points of Contact: (1) Contracting: The primary point of contact is Ms. Carolyn Hudson, Contract Specialist, (850) 883-2669, or e-mail to carolyn.hudson@eglin.af.mil. The alternate is Ms. Laura Klepper, Contracting Officer, (850) 882-4296, or e-mail to laura.klepper@eglin.af.mil. The mailing address for both is AFRL/RWK, 101 West Eglin Blvd, Suite 337, Eglin AFB FL 32542-6810. The AFRL/RWK telefax number is (850) 882-9599. (2) Programmatic and Technical: Refer to Mr. Jeff Wagener, (850) 883-2706 or e-mail jeffrey.wagener@eglin.af.mil. The mailing address is AFRL/RWAV, 101 West Eglin Blvd., Suite 346, Eglin AFB FL 32542-6810. The telefax number for AFRL/RWAV is (850) 882-2767. The alternate is Ms. Theresa Hughes, (850) 883-2962, or e-mail to theresa.hughes@eglin.af.mil. The mailing address is AFRL/RWGN, 101 West Eglin Blvd, Suite 341, Eglin AFB FL 32542-6810. The telefax number for AFRL/RWGN is (850) 882-0715.