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58 -- MINI-MUTES MODIFICATION PROGRAM M3P SOL F04606-98-R-25223 DUE 040198 POC For copy, contact the info office indicated., For additional information contact Feldhaus.0kl/Pkl-2/[916]643-4438 Item 0001 NSN 5840 -- M-3P -- The Air Force, Sacramento Air Logistics Center (SM-ALC/PKL-2) plans to contract sole source with Harris Corporation, Government Communications Systems Division (GCSD), Melbourne, FL to provide Total System Performance Responsibility (TSPR) for the Miniature-Multiple Threat Emitter System (Mini-MUTES) Modification Program (M3P). Harris Corporation is currently performing design, development and test of a proof of concept system for a new Mini-MUTES computer, associated hardware and software, to replace the existing Data General MV7800 computer. This effort is Stage 1 of a Commercial Operations and Support Savings Initiative (COSSI) under a Defense Advanced Research Project Agency (DARPA) agreement. Design specifications (reprocurement data) containing the necessary interface documentation would not be available until the completion of a COSSI Stage 2 effort in FY01. In accordance with the terms of the COSSI agreement, stage 2 ea. Applicable to: An/Mst-T1(V). Destn: McClellan Air Force Base Ca 95652-1060. Item 0002 NSN 5841 -- M-3P -- Continutation Of Line Item 0001 (follow-on production) is restricted sole source to Harris Corporation as authorized under 10 USC 2371 and section 845 of Public Law 103-160. The M3P TSPR modifications include the COSSI Stage 2 requirement for production of computer hardware, software and data. In addition, Harris Corporation is currently performing an Advanced Change Study Notice (ACSN) under contract F08635-90-C-0035 for the demonstration of improved aircraft tracking capabilities. The design for this tracking upgrade was a Harris Corporation funded Independent Research and Development (IR&D) effort. Consequently, no technical data was available for purchase under the ACSN and would not be available until a follow-on production contract is completed. The M3P TSPR modifications include the requirement for production of improved aircraft tracking capability. The M3P TSPR requirements are based on performance specifications and include ea. Destn: Mc Clellan Air Force Base Ca 95652-1060. Item 0003 NSN 5842 -- M-3P -- Continuation Of Line Item 0001 the following capabilities for the entire Mini-MUTES fleet of 78 Remote Emitter Units (REU) and 20 Master Control Groups (MCG): 1) replace computer, 2) improve aircraft tracking, 3) add reactive threat, 4) enhance aircrew feedback, and 5) interfaces for the existing and future range debriefing systems. In addition to the above, the M3P TSPR requirements also include the following capabilities applicable to 12 of the REUs: 1) add three highest priority advanced threats, 2) add remote deployment, and 3) add remote auxiliary power. The 12 advanced threat REUs will require reconditioning of Government Furnished Property (GFP) pedestals as part of the M3P TSPR requirements. Other GFP necessary for completion of the M3P requirements is currently in-plant at Harris Corporation under the DARPA agreement and ACSN under contract F08635-90-C-0035. TSPR ensures a seamless integration of the new Mini-MUTES computer, tracking ea. Destn: Mc Clellan Air Force Base Ca 95652-1060. Item 0004 NSN 5843 -- M-3P -- Continutation Of Line Item 0001 upgrade, and other aforementioned M3P modifications. Mini-MUTES is the most numerous of the threat simulators available on Combat Air Force (CAF) training ranges. M3P meets the CAF goals of modernization while reducing operations and maintenance costs, infrastructure requirements and increasing commonality of CAF equipment by reducing proliferation of numerous and redundant system types. The need to upgrade system capabilities is urgent with an initial operational capability (IOC) of the end of FY01. SM-ALC intends to award a research and development (R&D) contract with production options for M3P. Contract award is anticipated to be on or about 31 May 1998. This notice is not a request for proposal. Program management and technical questions should be directed to Major Sam Arroyo or Mr. Dave Norris (916) 643-3590. Contractual questions regarding this acquisition should be directed to Mr. Larry Feldhaus, PCO, at (916)643-2322 ext 514. . Destn: Mc Clellan Air Force Base Ca 95652-1060. The approximate issue/response date will be 02 Mar 98. To: Harris Corp, Melbourne Fl 32902 9100. No telephone requests. Only written or faxed requests received directly from the requestor are acceptable. All responsible sources solicited may submit a bid, proposal, or quotation which shall be considered. Authority: 10 U.S.C. 2304(C)(1), Justification: Supplies (or Services) required are available from only one or a limited number of responsible source(s) and no other type of supplies or services will satisfy agency requirements. The proposed contract action is for supplies and services for which the Government intends to solicit and negotiate with only one source under the authority of FAR 6.202. This notice of intent is not a request for competitive proposals. however, all proposal received within twenty (20 days) after the date of publication of this synopsis will be considered by the Government. A Determination by the Government not to compete this proposed contract based upon responses to this notice is solely within the discretion of the Government. Information received will normally be considered solely for the purpose of 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(s) listed. Security clearance will be required of all bidders offerors. Specifications, plans, or drawings relating to the procurement described are incomplete or not available and cannot be furnished by the Government. (0042)

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