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Notice Type: Request for Information-EXTENDING DUE DATES FOR QUESTIONS AND RFI RESPONSES

Response Date: 12 DECEMBER 2022, 3:00 PM CST

Set Aside: NA

PSC Code: AJ11 - General Science and Technology R&D Services; General Science and Technology; Basic Research

NAICS Code: 541715 - Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)

Subject/Title: Sources Sought for Research & Development (R&D) Services from Universities with Accredited Engineering Programs

Description:

REQUEST FOR INFORMATION (RFI) FOR PLANNING PURPOSES

(a) This is a Request for Information (RFI) issued pursuant to Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) 15.201(e). The US Army Futures Command, Army Combat Capabilities Development Command Aviation and Missile Center (DEVCOM AvMC), on behalf of the US Army, seeks information to serve as a market survey to aid in development of a future procurement strategy. (b) The Government does not intend to award a contract based on this RFI or to otherwise pay for the information requested. Although “proposal” and “offeror” are used in this RFI, your response will be treated as information only and not as a proposal. The information herein is subject to change and in no way binds the Government to pursue any course of action. Not responding to this RFI does not preclude any participation in any future procurement.

The DEVCOM AvMC mission is to deliver collaborative and innovative aviation and missile capabilities for responsive and cost-effective research, development and life-cycle engineering solutions. To meet this mission, the DEVCOM AvMC seeks collaboration with Academia specializing in engineering services to obtain support in the areas of weapon systems, sub-systems, and components as well as the technologies required to produce those systems and keep current with the changing and evolving advancements becoming evident in this arena. Specifically, the Government seeks Academia vendors possessing he experience, facilities, and capabilities to perform efforts in association with various R&D efforts. Central to this requirement is a focus on Weapon Systems Training Devices and Simulators Design, Analysis, Testing and Prototyping; Weapon Systems Simulation; Airworthiness; Industrial Operations; Advanced Manufacturing Technologies; Quality Engineering; Systems Engineering; Computer Engineering Research; Software Engineering; Expert Systems; Mathematical and Systems Analysis; Physics Research; Robotics; Optics; Educational Assistance and Training Materials; Human Capital Management; Science and Technology; Specialized Facilities Concept Development; Digital Engineering; and Reliability Engineering.

The purpose of this RFI is to gather information from potential Academia vendors showing their ability to support the following Army Modernization Strategies in the technology areas identified above: (1) Hypersonic Flight: Aerodynamics, materials, and processes; (2) Artificial Intelligence: Increasing speed and agility in which we respond to emerging threats; (3) Autonomy: Autonomous mission planning, collaboration, and reactive behaviors for aviation and missile systems; (4) Material by Design: Protection overmatch against future threats; and (5) Science of Additive Manufacturing: For next generation weapon systems for increased range and lethality.

Responses: Interested parties should submit white papers not to exceed a total of 15 pages and should utilize no smaller than 12pt Times New Roman font. The white paper should include the following: (1) a brief description of any projects the University is or has been involved in that are similar in concept to what is described above in this RFI to include, any relevant lessons learned; (2) experience working with the Government to include active contracts with other Government entities; (3) input on the duration of the effort (i.e. 3, 5, or 7 years) as well as any associated outcomes; (4) input on the contract vehicle to best satisfy this requirement; and (5) any additional materials/information deemed appropriate by the respondent. The objective of this process is to assess potential offerors capable of achieving the stated objectives.

All questions must reference RFI number W90BWX-23-T-SCM1, and submitted in writing no later than 3:00 PM Central Standard Time (CST) on ­­­­­­21 November 2022 to the ACC-RSA primary point of contact Mr. Matthew Urbanic, Contracting Officer, via email matthew.s.urbanic.civ@mail.mil and alternate POC Ms. Karen Gatton-Zarn, Contract Specialist, via email at karen.s.gatton-zarn.civ@mail.mil. Telephone requests for addition information will not be honored. The Government requests that the respondents deliver one electronic copy in Microsoft Word or Adobe PDF format. Question submittals must also include the following: Name of Organization, Commercial and Government Entity (CAGE) code (if respondent has one), and appropriate point of contact information.

All responses to this RFI must include RFI number W90BWX-23-T-SCM1, respondent’s organization or institution name, CAGE code (if available), and point of contact information. NO FOREIGN PARTICIPATION IS AUTHORIZED. Acknowledgement of receipt will only be issued if a return receipt is requested with the submission. Please do not submit any classified information and clearly mark any proprietary data/information. All information submitted shall be adequately safeguarded from unauthorized disclosure in accordance with FAR Part 15.207. The Government reserves the right to request further clarification or request presentations to enhance the Government’s understanding of the respondent's submittal. White papers that fail to comply with the above instructions or present ideas that are not pertinent to the subject may not be reviewed. Information submitted in response to this RFI will not be returned. In the event you have difficulty reading this RFI, please contact Ms. Karen Gatton-Zarn via email at karen.s.gatton-zarn.civ@mail.mil for a copy of this notice. RFI RESPONSES ARE DUE NO LATER THAN 3:00 PM CENTRAL STANDARD TIME (CST) 12 DECEMBER 2022.

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