Naval Research Laboratory, 4555 Overlook Ave., S.W., Washington D.C. 20375-5326

A -- STAR TRACKER CAMERA DEVELOPMENT SOL N00014-97-R-LB02 POC Jill Burton, Contract Specialist, Code 3230.LB, (202) 767-3698 Ernest Tunney, Contracting Officer, Code 3230.EK, (202) 767-3698. The Naval Research Laboratory (NRL) is building an Interim Control Module (ICM) for the NASA International Space Station (ISS). In support of this effort, NRL has a requirement for three Star Tracker Cameras (STC's), to include software algorithms, and one ground stimulator for testing the STC's. The STC's will be integrated into the ICM to provide the attitude measurement capability for controlling the space vehicle. The successful offeror must manufacture, test and deliver all items within 6 months after contract award date. Offerors must have specialized experience, adequate support facilities and an ability to provide qualified personnel. A Cost-Plus-Fixed-Fee completion contract is anticipated. All responsible sources may submit a proposal which shall be considered by NRL. Telephone requests for the solicitation will not be honored. Send written requests for solicitation number N00014-97-R-LB02 to Contracting Officer, ATTN: Code 3230.LB, Naval Research Laboratory, 4555 Overlook Ave. SW, Washington, DC 20375-5326 or fax to (202)767-6197 or (202)767-5896. It is estimated that the solicitation package will be issued within two weeks. See Numbered Note 26. (0016)

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