Request for Information (RFI): Request For Comment and Feedback on the Interface Specification Supplement for the Global Positioning System (GPS) Standard Serial Interface Protocol (GSSIP) of Positioning, Navigation and Timing (PNT) Systems

The Army Contracting Command Aberdeen Proving Ground (ACC-APG) Division C, in support of Project Manager (PM) PNT, Program Executive Office Intelligence (PEO) Electronic Warfare and Sensors (IEW&S) is requesting industry feedback on feasibility and ability to implement, as well as general comments on the Interface Specification Supplement (ISS) for the GPS Standard Serial Interface Protocol (GSSIP) of Positioning, Navigation and Timing Systems. The GPS Directorate has formally assigned IS-GPS-153 messages 6700-6799 for use and control by PM PNT. A new interface document (working designation - IS-PNT-153) to be managed/controlled by PM PNT defines the content of messages 6700-6799. This ISS will be published as a supplement to IS-GPS-153 and will include new data content to enable Assured PNT. Some of the new data content areas are blended navigation, NAVWAR (Navigation Warfare), Integrity Score, and data quality indications. The IS-PNT-153 draft is controlled under DISTRIBUTION STATEMENT C. To obtain a copy of the document for review purposes, your eligibility will have to be verified by the Government. At this time, PM PNT is only soliciting comments back from verified Cleared Defense Contractors with an active Commercial and Government Entity (CAGE) Code. The adjudication and response process is as follows: 1. The interested and cleared company provides PM PNT with the information requested below under - Responding to this RFI. 2. PM PNT Security verifies that a valid company clearance exists in the Department of Defense (DoD) National Industrial Security System (NISS). 3. PM PNT releases a soft copy of IS-PNT-153 and comment response matrix (CRM) to the verified company POC. 4. The company reviews IS-PNT-153 and fills out the CRM with comments. 5. The company provides the completed CRM and accompanying files back to PM PNT NO LATER THAN 25 June 2021. 6. Further correspondence, including questions and comments, will be provided by PM PNT. This RFI is for Industry feedback only and shall not be considered as an Invitation for Bid (IFB), Request for Quotation (RFQ), Request for Proposal (RFP), or an obligation on the part of the Government to acquire or modify any products or services. Responses to this request are voluntary and will not affect an organization's ability to submit a proposal if, or when an RFP is released. The requested information is for planning purposes only and does NOT constitute a commitment, implied or otherwise, that a procurement action will be issued. No entitlement to payment of direct or indirect costs or charges by the Government will arise as a result of responses, and these responses cannot be accepted by the Government to form a binding contract. The Government reserves the right to reject input resulting from this request. This request does not constitute a solicitation for proposals or the authority to enter into negotiations to award a contract. No funds have been authorized, appropriated, or received for this effort. The Government shall not be liable for or suffer any consequential damages for any improperly identified proprietary information. No award will be made as a result of this request. This request is for informational purposes only to promote exchanges of information with industry in accordance with FAR part 16.505. The Government will not pay for any information and/or materials received in response to this request for information and is in no way obligated by the information received. Parties responding to this RFI are responsible for adequately marking proprietary or competition sensitive information contained in their response. IS-PNT-153 is not binding and does not dictate contract direction at this time. Any and all ongoing efforts for PM PNT or any other Project Manager will continue to follow current contractual agreements. All information and materials that are marked or designated as corporate or proprietary will be fully protected from any release outside the Government. Information and materials submitted in response to this request will not be returned. Clarification and/or comment adjudication may require follow-up contact. Responding to this RFI: Interested sources may only provide one (1) submission per CAGE code. Interested sources may submit multiple capabilities within one (1) submission. If a company has different business sectors which hold different CAGE codes, each sector can provide a submission with the following administrative information: a. Company Name: b. Mailing Address: c. Website: d. CAGE Code: e. DUNS number: f. Location of facility(s): g. Is your company foreign owned, either directly or indirectly: h. Person Responding to RFI: a. Title: b. Telephone Number: c. Email Address: The Vendor certifies it maintains compliance with Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Title 22, Subchapter M, International Traffic In Arms Regulation (ITAR), and has provided evidence of current registration in accordance with Part 122 Section 122.1. The Vendor certifies ALL personnel to be given access to documentation are U.S. Citizens. Foreign Nationals are exempt from participation, the associated technical documentation shall NOT be SEEN or DISCUSSED with any non-U.S. Citizens. Note that RFI respondents shall designate a single point of contact for receipt of all information pursuant to this RFI. Incorrect responses to the RFI will not be returned. Responses to the RFI may be used to develop government documentation. All information marked as proprietary information will be safeguarded to prevent disclosures to non-government personnel and entities. Your interest in this response is appreciated. All interested companies or organizations are encouraged to respond to the RFI by providing information by 4:00 PM EST on 25 June 2021. Respondents are requested to submit one electronic copy of the responses to the PM PNT POCs listed below. All requests for further information shall be in writing and via email to the PM PNT POC. Note: primary technical POC (Frank Rowe) is a SETA contractor; any organization requiring contact with a government representative should contact Ruth Burdeshaw Contact Information PM PNT Office Address PM PNT Bldg 6006, 6580 SURVEILLANCE LOOP ABERDEEN PROVING GROUD, MD 21005 USA Acquisition POC: Sandra Lindecamp mailto:sandra.l.lindecamp.civ@mail.mil Technical POCs: Frank Rowe francis.e.rowe.ctr@mail.mil Ruth Burdeshaw margaret.r.burdeshaw.civ@mail.mil