Battlefield Effect Simulators Phase II

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Contract Opportunity

Simulator, Projectile, Ground Burst: Mini Blast, XM183

Simulator, Explosive Detonation: High Order, XM184

Simulator, Missile: Incoming Rocket Propelled Grenade, XM185

Simulator, Small Arms Fire, Tracer Fire-Back, XM186

INTRODUCTION

The Army Contracting Command – New Jersey (ACC-NJ) is using this Sources Sought announcement to provide information to industry about the family of Battlefield Effects Simulators. The purpose of providing this information is to conduct ongoing Market Research and to identify interested sources capable of manufacturing and delivering the XM183, XM184, XM185, and XM186 pyrotechnic simulators.

The results of this market research will be used to help determine the method of procurement, if a requirement materializes. Based on the responses to this sources sought notice/market research, this requirement may be procured (in full or in part) via a small business set-aside (SBSA) or via full and open competition. Multiple awards may be made. All small business set-aside categories will be considered. Telephone inquiries will not be accepted or acknowledged, and no feedback or evaluations will be provided to companies regarding submissions.

All contractors interested in this potential future solicitation must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM).

DISCLAIMER

THIS SOURCES SOUGHT IS FOR INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY. THIS IS NOT A REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL (RFP) TO BE SUBMITTED. IT DOES NOT CONSTITUTE A SOLICITATION AND SHALL NOT BE CONSTRUED AS A COMMITMENT BY THE GOVERNMENT. RESPONSES IN ANY FORM ARE NOT OFFERS AND THE GOVERNMENT IS UNDER NO OBLIGATION TO AWARD A CONTRACT AS A RESULT OF THIS ANNOUNCEMENT. NO FUNDS ARE AVAILABLE TO PAY FOR PREPARATION OF RESPONSES TO THIS ANNOUNCEMENT. ANY INFORMATION SUBMITTED BY RESPONDENTS TO THIS TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION IS STRICTLY VOLUNTARY.

REQUIRED CAPABILITIES

1. XM183, NSN: 1370-01-708-4879, DODIC: LA97

Simulator, Projectile, Ground Burst: Mini Blast, XM183

The LA97 XM183 Mini Blast is used to produce simulated battlefield effects during unit training missions. This cartridge is designed for use with all Battlefield Effects Simulator (BES) systems (Omega 36 and 60, BES II 36 and 60 launcher systems) utilizing the Auxiliary cartridge or another 12-volt source. The cartridges consist of a waterproof carboard case, electric match, and flash charge. The LA97 cartridge is specifically designed to simulate a ground burst or the secondary effect from a Rocket Propelled Grenade (RPG). This is accomplished by producing a flash/smoke/report upon ignition. The audible effect is greater than 140 decibels (db) at 20 meters.

2. XM184, NSN: TBD, DODIC: LZ08

Simulator, Explosive Detonation: High Order, XM184

The XM184 High Order Blast Effect (HiOBE) is used to produce simulated battlefield effects during unit training missions. This cartridge is designed for use with all Battlefield Effects Simulator (BES) systems (Omega 36 and 60, BES II 36 and 60 launcher systems) utilizing the Auxiliary cartridge or another 12-volt source. The XM184 is specifically designed to simulate the effect large explosive or vehicle born improvised explosive device (VBIED). This is accomplished by the simulator creating a large orange fireball effect. The XM184 is free of burning debris after firing and safe to use and set up. For example, the XM184 can be fired in the back of a pickup truck without damaging the vehicle.

3. XM185, NSN: 1370-01-719-1296, DODIC LA99

Simulator, Missile: Incoming Rocket Propelled Grenade, XM185

The LA99 XM185 RPG on a Wire is used to produce simulated battlefield effects during unit training missions. This cartridge is designed for use with all Battlefield Effects Simulator (BES) systems (Omega 36 and 60, BES II 36 and 60 launcher systems) utilizing the Auxiliary cartridge or another 12-volt source. The simulator consists of a foam tipped carboard case tube, rocket motor, electric match, line, and tensioner. The XM185 is specifically designed to simulate the effect from a Rocket Propelled Grenade (RPG). This is accomplished by the simulator propelling itself down the line producing a smoke trail and the audible effect of an RPG attack.

4. XM186, NSN: 1370-01-719-6338, DODIC LB01

Simulator, Small Arms Fire, Tracer Fire-Back, XM186

The LB01 XM186 Tracer Fire Back is used to produce simulated battlefield effects during unit training missions. This cartridge is designed for use with all Battlefield Effects Simulator (BES) systems (Omega 36 and 60, BES II 36 and 60 launcher systems) utilizing the Auxiliary cartridge or another 12-volt source. The simulator consists of 60 tubes with a pellet in each, four electric matches, and base plate. The XM186 is specifically designed to simulate the effect from a hostile small arms and crew served weapons fire. This is accomplished by the simulator propelling a self-consuming pellet to simulate a tracer round. The XM186 has four salvos of 15 shots and is capable of operation on all-weather situations present on the training ranges.

Interested companies should respond by providing the Government the following information: a brief summary of the company's capabilities (a description of facilities, personnel, and past manufacturing experience as it relates to the above criteria) and availability. Interested companies should provide minimum and maximum monthly production capability (and if manufacturing resources are shared with other item/production lines). Additionally, it is requested that respondents provide the Minimum Procurement Quantity (MPQ) required for economical production. A respondent to this survey should be able to show adequate technical and manufacturing capability and satisfactory past performance in the explosives processing industry. A respondent to this market survey/sources sought must have available a majority of the skills and facilities that are required to manufacture this item. If a respondent does not have the adequate resources (technical, manufacturing, personnel, etc.) available, the respondent must be able to describe and demonstrate his or her ability to obtain these resources in a timely fashion. If a respondent chooses to utilize the services of sub-tier vendors or subcontractors, those vendors or subcontractors must also meet these criteria. All contractors interested in this potential future solicitation must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) Database.

PERFORMANCE SPECIFICATIONS

Any interested parties who wish to request a copy of the Specs must provide a signed and approved DD form 2345 Military Critical Technologies Data Agreement. If an interested party is not based in the U.S., a copy of their approved Export License issued by the U.S. Department of State must be provided as well. After receipt of these documents, the Contract Specialist will provide an AMSTA-AR Form 1350 Technical Data Questionnaire and a completed and signed Non-Disclosure / Non-Use Agreement for completion. When all completed documents are received by the Contract Specialist, the TDP will be sent. Interested parties must e-mail all signed and approved forms to:

United States Army Contracting Command - New Jersey

ACC-NJ-ET

Bldg. 9

ATTN: Ryan Fiorellini

Picatinny Arsenal, Picatinny, NJ 07806-5000

ryan.n.fiorellini.civ@army.mil

Destruction Notice Export-Controlled Technical Data: For classified documents, follow the procedures in DoD 5220.22-M, Industrial Security Manual, Section 11-19 or DoD 5200.1-R, Information Security Program Regulation, Chapter IX. For unclassified, limited documents, destroy by any method that will prevent disclosure of contents or reconstruction of the document.

ELIGIBILITY

The NAICS code for this contract is 325920 with a business size standard of 750 employees. Respondents should indicate their business size in their response.

SUBMISSION DETAILS

Interested businesses should submit a brief capabilities statement package (no more than ten 8.5 X 11 inch pages, font no smaller than 10 point) demonstrating ability to provide the products/systems listed in this Technical Description. Documentation should be in bullet format. No phone or email solicitations with regards to the status of the RFP will be accepted prior to its release.

Your response to this Sources Sought, including any capabilities statement, shall be electronically submitted to the Contract Specialist, Ryan Fiorellini, and Contracting Officer, Steven S. Ghazi, in either Microsoft Word or Portable Document Format (PDF), via email ryan.n.fiorellini.civ@army.mil and steven.s.ghazi.civ@army.mil by the due date of this Market Survey No Later than 12:00 PM EST. The information must be submitted 30 calendar days from the date of this publication. If a formal Solicitation is generated at a later date, a separate Solicitation Notice will be published. No award will be made as a result of this Market Survey. All information is to be submitted at no cost or obligation to the Government. The information provided will not be returned. TELEPHONE INQUIRIES WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. The Government will accept written questions via e-mail only. All responses shall reference this synopsis number in subject line of e-mail and on all enclosed documents. Information and materials submitted in response to this request WILL NOT be returned. DO NOT SUBMIT CLASSIFIED MATERIAL.

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