REQUEST FOR INFORMATION - FIELD DEPLOYABLE INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SOLUTION TO PROCESS AND DISSEMINATE ISR DATA

N00164-15-S-NB60 - REQUEST FOR INFORMATION - FIELD DEPLOYABLE INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SOLUTION TO PROCESS AND DISSEMINATE ISR DATA FSG 7030 - NAICS 541511 - ISSUE DATE: 12 JUN 2015 - CLOSING DATE: 10 JUL 2015 MARKET SURVEY - REQUEST FOR INFORMATION SYNOPSIS: The Crane Division, Naval Surface Warfare Center (NSWC Crane) is issuing a Request for Information (RFI) seeking responses from industry for market research purposes relative to expeditionary field deployable Information Technology (IT) solution to process and disseminate Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) data suitable for United States Marine Corps (USMC) military applications. USMC System Command (MCSC) is tasked to develop a common IT solution for USMC Geo Intelligence programs encompassing TEG (Tactical Exploitation Group), TPC (Topographic Production Capability), TMP (Target Material Production) and METOC (Meteorological and Oceanographic) programs. These programs are exploring the possibility to deploy a standardized, field deployable IT solution capable of receiving, processing, exploiting, and disseminating data/information from multiple ISR sensors. The response to this RFI may be used for further market research, assess technology readiness level, integration testing, develop a system requirement and set an acquisition strategy. The current combination of computer hardware includes fully ruggedized laptops, non-ruggedized laptops, semi-ruggedized portable workstations, desktops, external monitors, both active and passive three-dimensional displays, small storage server in a transit case, a larger storage server and uninterruptible power supplies. Different operating systems are used for parts of the system. These systems are deployed mainly used in a controlled environment or inside a vehicle. High performance system is needed for some applications. Solutions that may reduce some of current system redundancies, improve mobility, scalability and methods that extend usability of the system as new technologies emerges will be considered. Alternative solutions include, but not limited to computer systems that combine two or more form factors/features, virtualization tools/compatibility layers, micro modular servers and data center. The system may need to be scaled up or scaled out; consequently standardized, modular components are favorable. Several human factors being considered include ergonomics, secondary monitors, lighter weight and noise reduction for the computer cooling system. Interested parties are strongly encouraged to submit an initial synopsis (commonly referred to as "white paper"). This white paper should not exceed 20 pages written (Times New Roman, 12 font) or MS PowerPoint slides, (exclusion of supporting information such as commercial literature, catalogues, manuals, etc.), with an executive summary (one page or less) on the effort, a technical description, identification of risks, current Technology Readiness Level (TRL), operational availability data, and Reliability-Availability-Maintainability (RAM) data. This RFI may lead to an invitation to submit a demo unit, an industry day or procurement of products for testing purposes. A bailment agreement may be required for any products that the vendor submits or demonstrates at Industry day. Interested sources with systems providing the capabilities identified in herein should submit their white paper electronically or in hard copy to the Points of Contact (POCs) listed below. NSWC Crane, 300 Highway 361 Mr. Brian Brackee - Code JXTM - Building 3395 Crane, Indiana 47522 Responses from Small and Small Disadvantaged Business firms are highly encouraged. Firms responding should indicate if they are a small business, a socially and economically disadvantaged business, 8(a) firms, historically black colleges or universities, and minority institutions. Responses to the RFI shall include the following: Submitters Name Street Address, City, State, nine (9) digit Zip Code Point of Contact (POC) POC Telephone and facsimile numbers Announcement Number: N00164-15-S-NB60 This Request for Information (RFI) is the initiation of market research under Part 10 of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR). This announcement does not constitute an Invitation for Bids (IFB), a Request for Quote (RFQ), or a Request for Proposal (RFP) and it should not be construed as a commitment of any kind by the Government to issue a formal solicitation or ultimately award a contract. Responses to this notice cannot be accepted as offers. The U. S. Government is in no way liable to pay for or reimburse any companies or entities that respond to this announcement or participate in the Industry Day. Any costs incurred by interested companies in response to this announcement will NOT be reimbursed. Nothing in this announcement constitutes an obligation on the part of the U.S. Government, nor is the Government tasking any offeror to develop any technologies described herein. Any information provided that is marked as proprietary information will be safeguarded to prevent disclosures to nongovernment personnel and entities. The Government may elect to visit, or host a visit, from any potential sources following the market survey. Your interest in this program is appreciated. All interested parties should provide the requested information regarding this announcement no later than 1400 EDST on or before the closing date as specified at the beginning of this solicitation, at the Naval Surface Warfare Center, Crane Division. White papers may be submitted any time prior to expiration of this announcement. Responses received after 1400 EDST on the closing date may not be considered in the government's analyses. The following e-mail point of contact is provided for information regarding technical programs/technologies of interest with Intelligence Systems supported by the NSWC Intelligence Systems Branch (JXTM) and for submission of white papers: Mr. Brian Brackee, Phone:(812) 854-3780, E-mail: brian.brackee@navy.mil and NSWC Crane Contracting Office point of contact is Mr. Jonathan Dickinson , Phone: (812) 854-5417, Email: jonathan.dickinson@navy.mil. Please refer to the announcement number in all correspondence and communications.