A -- BASIC AND APPLIED RESEARCH IN NON-LETHAL WEAPONS

Notice Date

April 11, 2001

Contracting Office

Commander, Marine Corps System Command, Code CTQ, 2033 Barnett Avenue, Ste 315, Quantico, VA 22134-5010

ZIP Code

22134-5010

Solicitation Number

M67854-01-R-1073

Response Due

April 23, 2001

Point of Contact

Contract Specialist, Christine Kuney (703) 784-5822 ext. 254

Description

Marine Corps Systems Command (MCSC), Ground Weapons Directorate (CBG), Non-Lethal Weapons and Urban Operations Program Manager is soliciting initial concept papers and final proposals which address applied research and development for the application and employment of new non-lethal neuromuscular disrupters (i.e. stun gun/taser effects) for personnel incapacitation. The PM is specifically seeking new technologies for the following enhanced capabilities: a. Increased Range. Capability to use a neuromuscular disrupter against one or more human size point target(s) at an (60 meter threshold) objective distance of 100 meters (beyond human throwing distance). b. Tether-less. It is desirable to develop a disrupter capability that is tether-less so that the disrupter may be used sequentially on multiple point targets c. Area weapon. It is desirable to develop a capability to use a neuromuscular disrupter against an area target (on multiple humans simultaneously). d. Devices that are operable and effective indoors as well as outdoors. It is desirable for the proposed capability to be man-portable and non-lethal "from the muzzle" to the maximum effective engagement range. The system can be hand-held but is preferably M-16/M-4 attachable such that the system can compliment the lethality of the service rifle with a non-lethal capability. The goal is a "taser-like" effect delivered at ~100 meter range that allows a rifleman to engage a target and continue to engage (sequentially) the target if the target does not positively respond to the "tase". A tether-less system, although desirable, could possibly be replaced by multiple tethers in a replaceable "magazine" (or other novel mechanism) that allows multi shots. (Note: Incapacitation is defined as "To produce temporary and reversible physiological or psychological effects that will render an individual(s) incapable of concerted effort in performing routine tasks." For example, an individual who has been incapacitated should not be capable of shooting a gun or physically attacking another individual.) Concept submissions may include studies and analysis or the assimilation of new and/or existing technologies. The requirement is for studies to be conducted over a period not longer than two years. It is anticipated that one (as many as three possible) project will be funded, with awards in the range of $300 K (higher awards possible). All proposals selected for funding will be required to submit quarterly status reports that include financial data and give a program review biannually. At project completion, a comprehensive report and outbrief will be required. An evaluation team will recommend at the conclusion of each project whether to further pursue this technology. 2. Instructions for Preparation of Initial Concept Papers and Proposals Offerors are invited to submit four (4) copies, one of which shall be in MSWord 97 electronic format, of an initial concept paper. The initial concept paper should not exceed five (5) pages of text and should: (a) describe the proposed concept; (b) provide background information in areas of technical, historical and applicability; (c) detail the work to be performed; (d) discuss associated risks; (e) describe deliverables; and (f) estimate costs for the areas of personnel incapacitation technology and health effects as detailed below: A. Personnel incapacitation technology- the proposal shall identify the incapacitation technology, explain how and why it would be effective, and provide rational for verifying the desired effect. Specific areas to address include: a. What type of technology innovation or mergers are involved? b. What is the proposed delivery mechanism? c. What indicates that the technology will successfully deliver and incapacitate an individual? (Specific research, analogy to other systems, currently fielded capability, theoretical evaluation). d. What is the proposed operational concept for this technology? (Does the technology target crowds or individuals, is it employed in enclosed spaces, etc.) e. What areas or gaps in the technology need to be researched/explored? B. Offerors submitting the most promising initial concept paper will be invited to submit a full technical and cost proposal on all or part of their initial concept paper submission. However, any such invitation does not assure a subsequent award. Any offeror may submit a final proposal even if its initial concept paper was not identified as promising or if no initial concept paper is submitted; however, any final proposal submission would be made without the benefit of feedback prior to final proposal submission. The deadline for initial concept papers will be 1600 EST 23 April 2001. Final proposals will be required by 08 June 2001. Offerors must state in their initial concept paper and final proposal that it is submitted in response to this BAA. This BAA provides no funding for initial concept paper or subsequent proposal development purposes. All initial concept papers will be acknowledged. Initial concept papers will not be returned after evaluation. 3. Criteria for Selecting Proposals, Their Relative Importance, and the Method of Evaluation The selection of proposals for award will be based on a scientific review of proposals submitted in response to each BAA. In accordance with FAR 35.016(e), initial concept papers and full proposals will be evaluated using the following criteria, shown in order of importance: a. Technical Merit. (Degree to which new and creative solutions to technical issues important to MCSC are proposed; offeror's ability to implement the proposed approach as demonstrated by specific accomplishments in the technical field to be studied.) b. Importance to Agency Program. c. Availability of funds. d. Cost realism and reasonableness. e. Past Performance. (For example: Ability to comply with performance schedules, prior experience, quality, and management) "THE GOVERNMENT RESERVES THE RIGHT TO SELECT FOR AWARD ANY, ALL, PART, OR NONE OF THE RESPONSES RECEIVED." 4. This CBD notice itself constitutes the Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) as contemplated by FAR 6.102(d)(2). Awards may take the form of a cooperative agreement, grant, or other agreement. Unless otherwise stated herein, additional written information is not available. No formal RFP or other solicitation regarding this announcement will be issued. Requests for the same will be disregarded. Initial concept paper and final proposals should be submitted by the due dates cited in the BAA to the responsible POC at Marine Corps Systems Command, 3041A MCCAWLEY AVENUE, CODE CTQ1CK, QUANTICO, VA 22134. This POC can be used for express mail purposes. 5. Questions regarding contractual matters relating to this BAA should be directed to Ms. Christine M. Kuney, Marine Corps Systems Command, 2033 Barnett Avenue, Suite 315, Code CTQ1CK, Quantico, VA 22134/ (703) 784-5822 x254; (703) 784-5826 (FAX); email: kuneycm@mcsc.usmc.mil 6. Questions regarding technical matters should be directed to Mr. George Gibbs, Non-Lethal Weapons Program Manager, 2033 BARNETTE AVE, QUANTICO, VA 22134 (703) 784-2006 x2791; (703) 784-5842 (FAX); email: gibbsgg@mcsc.usmc.mil

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