Directorate Of Contracting, Oo-Alc 6038 Aspen Avenue Bldg 1289 Se, Hill Air force Base, Ut 84056-5816

R -- PEACEKEEPER MK21 RV/RF SOL F42610-97-R-BBBBQ POC For copy, Marilee Miller/Lmkr/[801]777-5956, For additional information contact Marilee Miller/Lmkr/[801]777-5956 The Government issues this advance synopsis to obtain a market survey of industry for the Peacekeeper MK21 Reentry Vehicle (RV) Radio Frequency (RF) subsystem modification. The following information is provided to determine if there are any potential contractors, in addition to Textron Systems Division, who possess the skills, design knowledge, facilities and other resources required to complete this effort. The prospective contractor shall define, develop and qualify modifications to improve the MK21 RV RF subsystem. These modifications involve two of the three RF subsystem components: the RF cables and power splitters. Component design and qualification requirements are not available at the component level. The contractor must derive these specifications from the existing subsystem level requirements. The current form, fit and function of these subsystem components must be retained. The modified cables and power splitters must meet stringent Nuclear Hardness and Survivability (NH&S) requirements consistent with the MK21 RV and subsystem level requirements. The contractor must possess MK21 RV design knowledge and experience, NH&S technical knowledge and experience, and detailed knowledge of insertion loss mechanisms. The contractor shall produce modified components (approximately 5,456 cables and 1,364 power splitters) and must be able to meet a production delivery date of October, 1998. The proposed contract action is for services for which the Government intends to solicit and negotiate with only one, or a limited number of sources, under the authority of FAR 6.302. Potential offerors may identify their interest and capability to respond to the requirement. Any potential offerors are requested to submit two (2) copies of an unclassified response (limited to 5 pages) within 15 days after publication of this notice, to OO-ALC/LMKR, 6038 Aspen Ave., Bldg 1289 SE, Hill AFB, UT, 84056-5805, ATTN: Nancy Coley, Contracting Officer. Information received will normally be considered solely for the purposeof determining whether to conduct a competitive procurement. It is suggested that small business firms or others interested in subcontracting opportunities in connection with the described procurement make contact with the firm listed. Requests for further information regarding this announcement should be directed to the Contracting Officer. No telephone or FAX requests. Only written requests received directly from the requester are acceptable. (0052)

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