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70 -- REPLACEMENT OF THE GEOSTATIONARY EVIRONMENTAL OPERATIONAL SATELLITE (GOES) DATA COLLECTION SYSTEM (DCS) AUTOMATED PROCESSING SYSTEM (DAPS) SOL 52-SPNA-9-00006 DUE 040699 POC Michael Knowles, (301)457-5185x142, Fax (301)457-5722 E-MAIL: mike.knowles@noaa.gov, mike.knowles@noaa.gov. The National Environmental Satellite Data and Information Service (NESDIS) of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) is conducting a market survey to determine potential sources for the replacement of the GOES Data Collection System Automated (data) Processing System (DAPS). The agency contemplates that the new system will replace the existing system which is dated and has limited flexibility to incorporate new technology. The present data processing system provides real-time reception of data from two types of demodulators, real-time output of data to five types of communication circuits, real-time control and monitoring of system equipments, database management of real-time processes, system assignments, and overall systems management. The new DAPS must be compatible with existing interfaces and requirements as well as providing new capabilities such as the evolving Inter/Intra net. The new system hardware design should be based upon Commercial Off The Shelf (COTS) products. Modern software design approaches, such as COTS products, a Graphical User Interface (GUI), and relational databases, shall be emphasized. The new systems software design shall be the most effective combination of the COTS and custom code to achieve the operational objectives of DAPS as part of the DCS. The contract will consist of two (2) phases. Phase I contracts are for concept design and development. The Government may award multiple Firm-Fixed Price contracts for Phase I. Phase I concept designs will be evaluated to determine which design represents the best value to the Government. The Government contemplates making one award for Phase II design and installation. Phase II contract type has not been determined at this time. Current plans include release of a Draft Request for Proposals in the third quarter of Fiscal Year 1999. Active industry involvement through comments and recommendations are sought for refining the current approach and contributing to overall future program success. Comments and recommendations are requested after site visits to allow sufficient time for inclusion in the acquisition planning process. Comments and recommendations should be received by April 6, 1999. All responsible sources are invited to submit a description of their capabilities and experience. State whether large, small or disadvantaged business concern. Standard Industrial Classification (SIC) 7373 applies. This announcement is not a Request for Proposals (RFP). The week of March 15 thru 19, 1999 has been scheduled as Industry days for site visits. Interested firms should contract Mr. Michael Knowles at 301-457-5185x142(Voice)/301-457-5722(FAX). Posted 03/01/99 (W-SN303354). (0060)

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