Commercial Acquisition Department, Bldg 11, Naval Undersea Warfare Center Division, Newport, Code 59, Simonpietri Dr., Newport, RI 02841-1708

A -- CENTERWIDE BAA, PART 5 OF 6 SOL BAA 00-01 DUE 061500 POC G. Palmer, Contract Negotiator at (401) 832-1645; FAX (401) 832-4820 WEB: Naval Undersea Warfare Center Division, Newport, http://www.npt.nuwc.navy.mil/contract. E-MAIL: Gerard Palmer, Contract Negotiator, palmerge@npt.nuwc.navy.mil. INTERACTION OF UNDERWATER SOUND AND BIOLOGICAL SYSTEMS Basic and applied research on the biochemical and physiological effects of underwater sound on the organ systems of humans and other organisms. Development of safe exposure guidelines and damage risk criteria for exposure to water-borne sound across all frequencies. Mathematical modeling of the mechanisms responsible for the physical effects of sound exposure. Mathematical modeling and development of methods for characterizing sound fields in hyperbaric chambers, tanks, pools, small lakes, and other confined environments. Mathematical modeling and development of methods of simulating or producing sound fields with open-water characteristics in confined environments. Development of physiological and psychological monitoring and performance tests for humans and other organisms to evaluate the effects of exposure to underwater sound. Medical diagnosis and treatment procedures for sound-related injuries. Development of underwater sound measurement techniques, methods, and equipment. SUBMARINE ATMOSPHERE AND THE HEALTH OF CREW MEMBERS Evaluation of atmospheric contaminants and factors affecting their concentrations in the vessel. Contaminants include volatile and semivolatile organic compounds, antigens, metals and other inorganic compounds, etc.. Development of specialized and routine monitoring and analysis procedures and equipment. Development of specialized and routine atmosphere sampling and analysis procedures to characterize the atmospheric composition of individual submarines throughout the fleet. Role of operational procedures, cooking, atmospheric conditioning equipment, and cigarette smoke in the production or modification of atmospheric contaminants. Effects of fires, electrical equipment, emergency procedures, compartment pressurization, escape trunk use, and use of survival supplies on submarine atmosphere composition. Monitoring and modeling of submariner exposure to contaminants including whole body and tissue uptake and elimination, means of elimination, dosage, and physiological and psycho-physiological effects. Role of equipment and supplies in the introduction and removal of contaminants. Toxicological and exposure limits and the effects of individual contaminants or contaminants in combination. AUDITION AND COMMUNICATION Develop virtual reality 3D display with voice recognition/voice command module. Develop tactical awareness module/virtual reality 3D display with voice recognition. Model human operator's tactical strategies and embed in 3D display system. Physical and psychophysical modeling of spatial hearing for use in binaural and virtual-reality displays. Psychophysical measurement and modeling of auditory performance with auditory displays for simulations or under conditions of multiple sensor inputs and high workloads. Design and evaluation of auditory signal-attenuating headsets and communications systems. Assessment of speech communication and voice recognition. Assessment of applicability of otoacoustic emissions for use in hearing conservation programs. Assessment of hearing risk and auditory performance in diving environments. Assessment of auditory and nonauditory effects of noise. Design and assessment of passive and active noise reduction technologies; design and evaluation of automated information systems for reduced shipboard manning. Design and evaluation of auditory signal enhancement algorithms and auditory interface techniques; development of auditory models of detection and classification; design and evaluation of noise reducing medical equipment (stethoscopes, etc.); development and testing of underwater sound measurement. VISUAL SYSTEMS Investigate effects of perceptual and cognitive overload on human performance. Model human operator integration of graphic/cognitive processing in display. Investigate decision-making visual displays to enhance effective performance. Model human biological systems perceptual processes to present visual information on displays in a meaningful way. Develop display to incorporate visual cueing mechanisms to enhance and optimize operator detection/classification performance. Develop automated processor of visual display target information based on human biological visual system. Human-computer interactions, human information processing, and decision-making in surface ship and submarine systems. Visual and perceptual problems of submariners, divers, and surface ship operators including visual sensation and perception, cognitive performance, and team performance. Problems of information overload and legibility in navigation, sonar, combat system, periscope, and other displays. Presentation of information on displays, including color coding, symbology, and visual representation of acoustic data. Evaluation of color vision testing methods and devices. Basic research in the processes of the human visual system. Design and assessment of automated information systems for reduced manning on ships. SUBMITTAL INSTRUCTIONS Organizations wishing to participate should submit proposals (3 copies) of their approaches along with a capability statement to the Commercial Acquisition Department, Building 11, Naval Undersea Warfare Center Division, Newport, Attn: Gerard Palmer, Code 5912, Simonpietri Dr., Newport, RI 02841-1708 no later than close of business (COB) 30 May 2001. Any classified information up to the SECRET level should be separated and forwarded to the Naval Undersea Warfare Center Division, Attn: Michael Keshura, Code 104, Building 990/3, 1176 Howell St., Newport, RI, 02841-1708. When known, proposals shall clearly indicate, in the forwarding letter or proposal introduction, the NUWCDIVNPT individual(s) who is/are aware of your efforts. Multiple awards involving one or more topics listed in this announcement may be awarded. All material submitted to NUWCDIVNPT under this announcement shall be considered Government property. The Government requires unlimited data rights with regard to any procurement, with the possible exceptions 1) of a negotiated position for data rights to existing concepts that may be further developed under a procurement and 2) for efforts conducted under a procurement with leveraged funds. Grants and other transactions are not subject to these same data-rights requirements. Specific deliverables, delivery schedule, and other terms will be negotiated with successful offerors. When multiyear, multitasking, or incrementally-funded approaches are proposed, NUWCDIVNPT reserves the right to terminate funding for the convenience of the Government. Successful/unsuccessful offerors will be notified within 120 days of evaluation. Proposals will be evaluated in accordance with the following criteria: 1. Overall scientific, technical, and/or socio-economic merits of the proposal; 2. Potential naval relevance and contributions of the effort to the agency's specific mission; 3. The offeror's capability, related R&D experience, past performance, facilities, techniques, and unique combinations of these, which are integral factors for achieving the proposal objectives; 4. The qualifications, capability, and experience of key personnel who are critical in achieving the proposal objectives; 5. Realism of the proposed cost and availability of funds including: transition opportunities/impact; separation of Government funds from leveraged internal funds by utilizing separate tasking and audit trails (the amount of past and proposed industry investment as well as the past and proposed Government contract investment should be explicitly indicated). 6. Offerors shall meet the eligibility criteria of either FAR Part 9 for contracts or Subpart D of DoD Grant and Agreement Regulations (DoDGARs). For further information, contact http://alpha.lmi.org/dodgars/, DoD 3210.6-R. 7. Any contractor who may be awarded a contract as a result of this BAA Announcement must first be registered in the Central Contractor Registration Data Base (CCR). For more information and to register on line, visit the CCR Web Site at www.ccr2000.com. Proposed length, exclusive of cost and pricing data, should not exceed twenty (20), 8 1/2 x 11 inch typewritten pages and should specify the technical area of concern addressed. If offerors see topics that apply to more than one R&D Technological Grouping, they are encouraged to submit a proposal that covers all the applicable areas. These areas must be clearly identified in the proposal. It is important to note that all post-submission liaison by the offeror with NUWCDIVNPT be via Code 59 and not the expected technical code. Contracting questions should be directed to GerardPalmer/Code 5912 at (401) 832-1645. All responsible sources may submit an offer that will be considered. GRANTS AND OTHER TRANSACTIONS Included in the policies and procedures stated herein for BAA 00-01 and in accordance with 10 U.S.C. 2371, 31 U.S.C. 6304, and 31 U.S.C. 6305, the Naval Undersea Warfare Center Division Newport will entertain proposals for grants and other transactions. For proposals for grants and other transactions, the certifications in Appendix A and B of the DoDGARs apply. These certifications are available on the computer internet or may be obtained from the Contracting Office. All grant awards require certifications of compliance with national policy mandates. Statutes and Government-wide regulations require some certifications to be submitted at the time of proposal rather than at the time of award. These certifications are set forth at Appendix A to 32 CFR Part 25 regarding debarment, suspension, and other matters; Appendix C to 32 CFR 25 regarding drug-free workplace; and Appendix A to 32 CFR 28 regarding lobbying. Proposers are to incorporate these certifications by exact reference to the CFR, as cited above. The proposal must include the following: "By signing and submitting the proposal, the proposer is providing the: (1) Certification at Appendix A to 32 CFR Part 25 regarding debarment, suspension, and other responsibility matters; (2) Certification at Appendix C to 32 CFR Part 25 regarding drug-free workplace requirements; and (3) Certification at Appendix A to 32 CFR Part 28 regarding lobbying." The proposal must be signed and dated by an authorized official of the organization. The proposer should also include the applicant organization's taxpayer identification number (TIN). EDUCATIONAL PARTNERSHIP AGREEMENTS Separate from the policies and procedures stated herein for BAA 00-01, Educational Partnership Agreements (EPAs) encourage and enhance study in scientific disciplines. The Division partners with colleges, universities and nonprofit institutions, with an emphasis on minority and women's institutions, to provide assistance by: Loaning laboratory equipment, transferring surplus equipment, making lab personnel available to teach or assist in the development of courses and materials, involving faculty and students in laboratory research projects, developing programs under which students may be given academic credit for work on laboratory research projects, and providing academic and career advice and assistance to students. If you are interested in obtaining further information about EPAs, please call Dr. Richard H. Nadolink, (401) 832-6760, FAX (401) 832-4660, e-mail: nadolinkrh@npt.nuwc.navy.mil, or write Code 10, Naval Undersea Warfare Center Division, Bldg. 990/6, 1176 Howell St., Newport, RI 02841-1708. Posted 06/02/00 (W-SN460975). (0154)

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