COMMANDING OFFICER, ATTN NAVFAC CONTRACTS OFFICE CODE 27, NCBC 1000 23RD AVE, PORT HUENEME, CA 93043-4301

A -- BROAD AGENCY ANNOUNCEMENT FOR COMBAT SERVICE SUPPORT FOR EARTHMOVING EQUIPMENT, MATERIAL HANDLING EQUIPMENT, MATERIAL TECHNOLOGIES AND SMALL PACKAGE FUEL SYSTEM SOL N47408-97-R-1877 DUE 102397 POC Contract Specialist, ROSALIE HAMMONDS, 805-982-5097 This announcement constitutes the Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) for the Naval Facilities Engineering Service Center (NFESC) under FAR 6.102 (d)(2) to solicit proposals for basic and applied research for new and innovative technology solutions to problems in the areas of COMBAT SERVICE SUPPORT FOR EARTHMOVING EQUIPMENT MATERIAL HANDLING EQIUPMENT, MATERIAL TECHNOLOGIES, AND SMALL PACKAGE FUEL SYSTEM. Part of the proposed areas listed in these BAAs are being considered 100% set-aside for Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) or Minority Institutions (MIs) as defined by the clause at 252.226-7000 of the Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement. Interested HBCUs and MIs should provide the contracting office as early as possible, but not later than 15 days after this notice, evidence of their capability to perform the contract, and a positive statement of their eligibility as an HBUC or MI. If adequate response is not received from HBCUs and MIs, the solicitation will instead be issued, without further notice, as unrestricted, to academic institutions, non-profit organizations, and private industry. The effective period of these BAAs is through September 30, 1998 and awards may be made at any time throughout year. Award decisions on proposals will be based on a competitive selection of proposals from peer/scientific review. Evaluations will be conducted using the following evaluation criteria: (1) overall scientific and technical merits of the proposal, (2) potential contributions of the proposed effort to the United States Marine Corps overall war fighting capabilities and related experience, (3) past performance, (4) the realism of the proposed cost and availability of funds, and (5) understanding of the research effort proposed, and experience and qualifications of the principal project personnel and/or institution or corporation submitting the proposal. Multiple contracts with a funding range of $25,000 -- $150,000 each may be awarded. Developmental approaches should be suitablefor demonstration in a follow-on effort not to exceed 36 months. Persons contemplating submission of a proposal should obtain further information and forms required for submitting a proposal by requesting in writing to the Commanding Officer, Naval Facilities Engineering Command Contracts Office, Code 271, Bldg. 41, Naval Construction Battalion Center, 1000 23rd Avenue, Port Hueneme, CA 93043-4301, Attn: Rosalie Hammonds. All requests for the solicitation package and questions regarding this BAA may be faxed to (805) 982-3015. Contact with the NFESC engineer associated with each BAA identified in this announcement is encouraged. All proposals should be submitted in original and 3 copies to the address noted above. In addition, all submissions should reference this announcement and should specifically identify the research area the proposal is responding to. Proposals will not be evaluated against each other since each is a unique technology with no common work statement. Proposals identified for funding may result in a contract, however, there is no commitment by the Navy to make any awards, to make a specific number of awards or to be responsible for any monies expended by the proposer before award of a contract. The following is a description of the research required for these four BAAs. TOPIC NO. BAA 97-007 for BAA COMBAT SERVICE SUPPORT TECHNOLOGIES FOR EARTHMOVING EQUIPMENT. Research and development proposals addressing engineering equipment improvements (including dozers, scrapers, graders, and loaders) from a variety of perspectives are of interest: e.g., (1) engineering analysis, (2) conceptual designs, (3) feasibility analysis, (4) RDT&E using environmental simulations, (5) evaluation of algorithms, (6) proof of principle demonstrations, and (7) concept demonstrations. Specific areas of interest include (1) sensors for diagnostics and repairs, (2) embedded sensors, (3) automated and computer aided controls, (4) computer aided/full control of blades and other cutting surfaces (using digitized remote topographical information), (5) digitization of topographical features and soils characteristics as it relates to operation of engineering equipment, (6) remote site characteristics measurement and transmission of data as it applies to operator feedback and control and/or automated control of engineering equipment, (7) attachment usage, (8) heads up displays and stereo vision systems (maintenance and operation), (9) transmission of power, (10) power sources, (11) final drives, (12) steering, (13) maintenance, (14) component longevity, (15) shaft sealing, (16) electronics, (17) instrumentation, and (18) corrosion prevention. Technical questions regarding this BAA may be submitted to Clifford Skaalen via telephone (805) 982-1303 or via e-mail at cskaalen@nfesc.navy.mil or Grant Davison at (805) 982-1312 or via e-mail at gdavison@nfesc.navy.mil. TOPIC NO. BAA 97-008 for COMBAT SERVICE SUPPORT TECHNOLOGIES FOR MATERIAL HANDLING. Research and development proposals addressing material handling equipment (e.g., forklifts, cranes, container handlers, self loading trailers) from a variety of perspectives are of interest: e.g., (1) engineering analysis, (2) conceptual designs, (3) feasibility analysis, (4) environmental simulations, (5) evaluation of algorithms, (6) proof of principle demonstrations, and (7) concept demonstrations. Specific areas of interest include: (1) sensors for diagnostics and repairs, (2) embedded sensors, (3) automated and computer aided controls, (4) computer aided control of lift operations and memory modes, (5) attachment usage, (6) heads up displays and stereo vision systems (maintenance and operation), (7) transmission of power, (8) power sources, (9) final drives, (10) steering, (11) maintenance, (12) component longevity, (13) shaft sealing, (14) electronics, (15) instrumentation, and (16) corrosion. Technical questions regarding this BAA may be submitted to Clifford Skaalen via telephone (805) 982-1303 or via e-mail at cskaalen@nfesc.navy.mil or Grant Davison at (805) 982-1312 or via e-mail at gdavison@nfesc.navy.mil. TOPIC NO. BAA 97-009 for COMBAT SERVICE SUPPORT MATERIALS TECHNOLOGIES. Research and development proposals addressing materials and construction supplies including (a) various emerging textiles and shelters, and (b) composites, metal, ceramics and plastics. A variety of perspectives are of interest: e.g., (1) engineering analysis, (2) conceptual designs, (3) feasibility analysis, (4) RDT&E using environmental simulations, (5) evaluation of algorithms, (6) proof of principle demonstrations, and (7) concept demonstrations. Specifically, materials technologies that reduce maintenance or offer greater durability and lighter weight when applied to all types of Marine Corps hardware needs. These needs include facilities structures, obstacles, revetments, containment, bridging, deception, engineering and materials handling equipment. Also, of interest, is field repair and field fabrication of structural shapes. Technical questions regarding this BAA may be submitted to Clifford Skaalen via telephone (805) 982- 1303 or via e-mail at cskaalen@nfesc.navy.mil or Grant Davison at (805) 982-1312 or via e-mail at gdavison@nfesc.navy.mil. TOPIC NO. BAA 97-010 for SMALL PACKAGE FUEL SYSTEM. A small packaged fuel system (SPFS) technology demonstrator was developed in FY 97. The technology demonstrator consisted of an innovative, light weight seamless bladder packaged in a simple fiberboard box. The concept demonstrator was "tested" during recent Marine Corps exercises and has been well received within the Fleet Marine Force. The objective of this BAA is for concept exploration and development of systems demonstrating current or emerging technologies to improve SPFS. Using information provided, the SPFS package dimensions will be modified to be more compatible with both Light Armored Vehicle and air cargo delivery system requirements. The modified package will then be tested and certified to meet air drop vertical impact requirements on a cargo delivery system (CDS) pallet. The package will undergo testing as required to obtain certification for transport and airdrop of fuel. Also included in this task is the development of a semi-automated fill system to minimize manpower requirements. The fill system will provide the means for 2 men to assemble and fill a minimum of 20 packages per hour at a sustained rate. The government will provide a minimum of 10 bladders to the contractor for assembly of the modified SPFS. Specific talks to be accomplished under this BAA are: (1) Contractor shall provide fiberboard box of dimensions as specified. Box to be collapsible for storage and transport. Box material to be coated as required to withstand exposure to moisture for a minimum of 1 hour. Box to contain hand holds for two person lift. (2) Contractor shall test bladder and box as an assembly to the specifications required to meet airdrop requirements. (3) Contractor shall test multiple bladder and box assemblies to meet the requirements for on a CDS pallet. The SPFS shall be certified for CDS delivery of a two high stack minimum, with 3 high preferred. (4) Contractor shall begin testing as required to obtain certification for transport and airdrop of fuel. (5) Contractor shall identify commercial off the shelf technology for automatic filling of the SPFS package. Low cost light weight fittings shall be employed. (6) The contractor shall work with the bladder manufacturer to develop the necessary bladder/fill interface. (7) Contractor shall deliver prototype semi-automatic filling system capable of filling a minimum of 20 packages per hour from a tactical bulk liquids source. (8) Contractor shall provide a minimum of 10 SPFS units. The objective of this BAA is for integration and demonstration of current commercially available or emerging technologies that would allow significant advances in the above noted areas. Additionally, there are funds available for data base management and program support functions in support of the BLT task. The NFESC technical point of contact is Mr. C. E. "Buck" Thomas, (805) 982-1590 BTHOMAS@NFESC.NAVY.MIL. (0247)

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