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WRAFB Series 700 Target Generator Reverse Engineering - Sources Sought

ID: FA857125RFI • Type: Sources Sought
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Description

The 581st Software and Engineering Squadron (SWES) at Robins Air Force Base, Georgia requires the reverse engineering of a radio frequency target generator also known as modulation controller assembly. The modulation controller supports the Advanced Radar/Electronic Warfare Test Station (ARTS) which tests Line Replacement units (LRUs) for the AN/ALQ-161A B-1B aircraft. The modulation controller original equipment manufacturer is no longer producing new units or repairing old ones. The 581st SWES requires the reverse engineering of the original modulation controller to design, prototype, manufacture, test, and repair a suitable substitute. The contractor shall repair the substitute modulation controller after the warranty is over.

The contractor shall design and build a new modulation controller with Trade Agreement Act (TAA) compliant parts. The design and build of the modulation controller shall be based on the reverse engineering of the current modulation controller owned by 581st SWES. The new modulation controller shall have the same fit, form and function as the original modulation controller. The new modulation controller shall have the same software capabilities as the original modulation controller. The contractor shall create a prototype of the modulation controller and send to the Government for testing. The contractor shall be available while the Government runs testing on the modulation controller for technical assistance. The contractor shall rework or fix all issues during the testing period. The prototype shall pass the Government's testing before the equipment is finalized.

Contractor needs to provide drivers, operator manuals, and programming manuals at minimum. Full source code and level 3 drawings are highly desired if possible. Contractor needs to be available during evaluation period for technical assistance.

For further description, see attached PWS.

Immersion Visit upon request.

All interested parties shall request a copy of the drawing package from Margaret Gaskill, margaret.gaskill.1@us.af.mil, in which darwings will be provided via DoD Safe.

Background
The 581st Software and Engineering Squadron (SWES) at Robins Air Force Base, Georgia, is seeking to reverse engineer a radio frequency target generator, also known as the modulation controller assembly.
This equipment is essential for the Advanced Radar/Electronic Warfare Test Station (ARTS), which tests Line Replacement Units (LRUs) for the AN/ALQ-161A B-1B aircraft.
The original manufacturer of the modulation controller is no longer producing or repairing these units, necessitating the development of a suitable substitute through reverse engineering.

Work Details
The contractor shall perform the following tasks:
1. Reverse engineer the existing modulation controller to design a new unit that meets Trade Agreement Act (TAA) compliance.
2. Ensure that the new modulation controller has the same fit, form, function, and software capabilities as the original.
3. Create a prototype of the new modulation controller and submit it for government testing, providing technical assistance during this process.
4. Address any issues identified during testing and ensure that the prototype passes government evaluation before finalization.
5. Provide necessary documentation including drivers, operator manuals, programming manuals, full source code, and level 3 drawings if possible.
6. Develop an Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) within 30 days of contract award detailing milestones and delivery schedules.
7. Submit a first article test report within 112 calendar days from contract award and make necessary corrections within 60 days.
8. Provide monthly status reports on project progress and maintain communication with government representatives regarding any issues or updates.

Period of Performance
The period of performance will be determined at task order level but includes specific timelines for deliverables such as the first article test report due within 112 days after contract award.

Place of Performance
Robins Air Force Base, Georgia

Overview

Response Deadline
Feb. 26, 2025, 12:00 p.m. EST (original: Feb. 19, 2025, 12:00 p.m. EST) Past Due
Posted
Feb. 12, 2025, 2:07 p.m. EST (updated: Feb. 19, 2025, 1:10 p.m. EST)
Set Aside
None
NAICS
None
PSC
None
Place of Performance
Warner Robins, GA 31098 United States
Source
SAM

Est. Level of Competition
Average
Odds of Award
21%
Vehicle Type
Indefinite Delivery Contract
On 2/12/25 Air Force Sustainment Center issued Sources Sought FA857125RFI for WRAFB Series 700 Target Generator Reverse Engineering - Sources Sought due 2/26/25.
Primary Contact
Name
Margaret Gaskill   Profile
Phone
(478) 926-0115

Secondary Contact

Name
Valerie Evans   Profile
Phone
(478) 222-1491

Documents

Posted documents for Sources Sought FA857125RFI

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Additional Details

Source Agency Hierarchy
DEPT OF DEFENSE > DEPT OF THE AIR FORCE > AFMC > AIR FORCE SUSTAINMENT CENTER > FA8571 MAINT CONTRACTING AFSC PZIM
FPDS Organization Code
5700-FA8571
Source Organization Code
500022528
Last Updated
March 13, 2025
Last Updated By
margaret.gaskill.1@us.af.mil
Archive Date
March 13, 2025