Sources Sought for the Development of a Technical Data Package (TDP), Depot Maintenance Work Record (DMWR), Acceptance Test Procedure (ATP) and Repair of the Compass Set Control C-8121E/ASN Used on the UH-60 Black Hawk Aircraft

This is a Market Survey to locate sources for the development of a technical data package (TDP), depot maintenance work record (DMWR), acceptance test procedure (ATP) and repair of the Compass Set Control C-8121E/ASN, NSN 5821-01-316-2739, CAGE 80058 for the UH-60 Black Hawk aircraft. Compass Set Control C-8021/ASN-75 is required to synchronize (electrically and mechanically align) the Gyroscope Reference Navigational Compass Set AN/ASN-75 to the correct magnetic heading when the AN/ASN-75 is used in the SLAVED mode of operation or to provide set heading capability in the FREE mode of operation. The Government does not possess technical data (drawing or specifications) that completely define form, fit and function of the units required. Suppliers capable of producing a TDP, DMWR, ATP and repairing these units must indicate by writing to Commander, US Army Futures Command, Combat Capabilities Development Command, FCDD-ISP-AB, 6007 Combat Drive, 3rd Floor, Aberdeen Proving Ground, Maryland 21005. The successful repairer may be required to warrant that the items supplied will satisfactorily perform when used for the purpose intended by the Army.

Responses should be received by 17 Jun 2019.
Respondents please complete the following requests for information. If a numbered request does not apply, please enter N/A or non-applicable.

1) Provide a brief summary of the company and its core competencies.
2) Please provide the following Point of Contact information on all responses:
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3) Describe your Company's past performance in the repairing and/or supplying of aviation navigation instruments and preparing TDPs, DMWRs and ATPs. Provide Contract Number, Point of Contact (POC), e-mail address, phone number, and a brief description of your direct support of the effort.
4) Describe the qualifications of your engineering staff who have experience in the design and repair of applications similar in complexity and technology to this aviation navigation instrument.
5) Describe your company's experience in identifying the test equipment for components similar in complexity and technology to what is used with this aviation navigation instrument.
6) Describe your company's experience in managing obsolescence issues.
7) Does your company maintain a Program and Assessment Tool to monitor and analyze the availability of components to allow clear and precise tracking of all obsolescence issues? If so, please elaborate on the Program and Assessment Tool(s).
8) Describe your company's experience in identifying the alternatives for the unavailability of obsolete materials or components to mitigate obsolescence issues.
9) Discuss your company's capability in meeting US Government contracting delivery requirements.
10) Do you have product/s or keep products in stock?

This Request for Information (RFI) is for planning and market research purposes only and shall not be construed as a commitment by the Government. The information gathered from this announcement will be used to determine if responsible sources exist, and to assist in determining if this effort can be competitive and/or set aside for Small Business. Furthermore, the Government will use the information, in part, to determine the best acquisition strategy for a potential procurement action and to assist in making future acquisition strategy decisions. This is NOT a Request for Quote or Proposal. The Government does not intend to award a contract on the basis of this RFI or reimburse any costs associated with the preparation of responses to this RFI.

POC: Bruce Zannetti, bruce.j.zannetti.civ@mail.mil