UPGRADE OF AH-64D Apache aircraft Version 15 (V15) software release

The United States Government (USG) Army Contracting Command Redstone Arsenal (ACC-RSA)-is seeking sources with innovative approaches for the modification of the AH-64D Apache aircraft software with maintenance fixes and updates that cover the infrastructure for Version 15 (V15) software release for the AH-64D. The final V15 software release shall include the Post Production Software Support (PPSS) deficiency corrections, fixes, and software maintenance. The contractor shall provide all resources, except those provided by the Government, necessary and incidental to the performance of the work required for this effort. This effort shall also include AH-64D V15 one (1) Flight Test Build (FTB) and one (1) Software Baseline Verification Test (SBVT). This effort is inclusive of all logistical support, technical services, and systems project management in determining the impact to training, publications/interactive electronic technical manuals and technical data in order to ensure all software and hardware considerations are addressed at the appropriate phase of the design. This sources sought notices is to obtain qualified vendors to provide plans, procedures, design information, and reports addressing all or any part of the requirements or discussion points detailed above. Additionally, USG-ACC-RSA is seeking sources with a strong background, history and/or past performance in streamlining and facilitating rapid acquisition, addressing obsolescence, and enhancing USG-Contractor relations. Responders shall provide their performance history and back it with evidentiary data. Interested vendors are encouraged to provide substantiated evidence of their capabilities and successes in the areas cited above. The AH-64A/D/E technical data packages are held by The Boeing Company located at 500 East McDowell Road, Mesa, AZ 85215. Vendors are encouraged to submit written notification of their interest, qualifications, and technical concepts to, Lawrence I. Burton, Contracting Officer via e-mail at lawrence.i.burton.civ@mail.mil. The submission of this information is solely for informational, market research, and planning purposes and is not a request for competitive proposals, quotations or an invitation to reimburse contractors for either effort or associated costs to respond or for any information provided. This notice does not constitute a Request for Proposal (RFP) or a promise to issue an RFP in the future. This notice does not commit the Government to contract for any supply or service whatsoever. No reimbursement will be made for any costs associated with providing information in response to this notice or any follow up information requests. All costs associated with responding to this notice will be solely at the responding party's expense. Not responding to this notice does not preclude participation in any future RFP, if any is issued. Responses to this notice are not offers and cannot be accepted by the U.S. Government to form a binding contact. It is the responsibility of the interested parties to monitor the Federal Business Opportunities (www.fbo.gov) site for additional information pertaining to this notice. Telephone inquiries will not be accepted or acknowledged, and no feedback or evaluations will be provided to companies regarding their submissions. Interested parties who consider themselves qualified to perform the above listed service are invited to submit a response within fifteen (15) days after release of this sources sought request. Follow-up discussions may be conducted with respondents. It is desirable that data be received with unlimited rights to the Government. Nevertheless, we recognize that proprietary data may be included with the information provided. If so, clearly mark such proprietary information and clearly separate it from the unrestricted information as an addendum. All submissions should include the following information: (1) Organizational name, address, email address, website address, telephone number, and size and type of ownership for the organization; (2) Tailored capability statement addressing the particulars of this effort, with appropriate documentation supporting claims of organizational and staff capability. If significant subcontracting or teaming is anticipated in order to deliver technical capability, organizations should address the administrative and management structure of such arrangements. Technical questions concerning this announcement may be submitted via Email to Christa C. Bird at christa.c.bird.civ@mail.mil. If you have contractual questions please contact Lisa Duncan at lisa.d.duncan.civ@mail.mil or Lawrence I. Burton at lawrence.i.burton.civ@mail.mil. NO TELEPHONIC QUESTIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED.