Commander, Naval Air Systems Command (Code 2.3), Patuxent Naval Air Station, Bldg 2272, Lexington Park, MD 20670

J -- ENGINEERING SUPPORT DEPOT MAINTENANCE AND LOGISTICS FOR MQM-8G DUE 030600 POC Thomas E. Mason, Fax: (301) 757-5911, Email: masonte@navair.navy.mil The Naval Air Systems Command is interested in determining available sources and capabilities to provide engineering, logistics and depot level support for the MQM-8G VANDAL target system. The MQM-8G series is a two stage supersonic missile (TALOS) that has been converted to an aerial target system capable of offering multi-threat presentations in support of Naval weapons development and training. Three target configurations are included in the inventory: the 8G high diver, extended range (ER) sea skimming, and extended extended range (EER) sea skimming missile. The VANDAL system operating sites include Point Mugu, CA; Wallops Island, VA; Barking Sands, HI; and White Sands, NM. Desired engineering capabilities include: on-site support for target presentations, flight data or software programming, range driven modifications to the launch system, failure evaluation, flight data performance analysis, planning and conduct of special diagnostic tests, engineering studies and reporting, implementation of trajectory modifications and system modifications implementing user requirements or corrective actions. Desired logistic capabilities include the establishment of an inventory tracking and control system for program unique items with condition codes including spares, support equipment and targets, storage of support inventory, receipt, processing, packaging and handling of inventory in coordination with field sites and coordination of resources required for operations. Desired depot capabilities include test, inspection, maintenance and repair of targets, components, containers and unique program support and test equipment. The Government has limited technical data and a partial drawing package available for review at NAWCWD Point Mugu, CA. Questions relating to this technical data only should be directed via email to Mr. Mark Gruettner at gruettnerm@peocu.navy.mil Sources responding to this Request for Information are to provide a written identification of proposed alternatives on or before 12:00 noon on 6 March via email at address shown below. Written response requirements include, at a minimum: (1) A description of the proposed engineering, logistics and depot support. Any or all three of the support elements may be proposed. (2) A schedule which details implementation of the support concept and phase-in. (3) A physical and functional description of supporting facilities and capabilities. (4) Rough Order of Magnitude cost statement which identifies anticipated costs associated with engineering, logistics and depot support for 12 to 20 annual target presentations. (5) Identification of company size, financial status and past performance (with references) for similar tasking. This Sources Sought Announcement is issued in an effort to conduct market research in a timely manner to assist in the strategic planning of the Aerial Targets Program Office of the Program Executive Office for Cruise Missiles, UAVs and Targets. The Naval Air System Command's interest is identification of capabilities and products that are capable of providing support for the VANDAL program. This information will be used to assist the Government in defining its acquisition strategy related for the VANDAL program. This is not a request for proposal nor does the Government intend to pay for requested information. All written responses and requests for review of the technical data and drawings shall be directed to the Contracting Officer, Naval Air Systems Command, Attn: Tom Mason, Unit IPT, Suite 256, 47123 Buse Road, Patuxent River, MD 20670. Requests for review, questions and responses may be sent via email to masonte@navair.navy.mil. Posted 02/14/00 (W-SN424981). (0045)

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