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Notice Date

June 22, 2001

Contracting Office

Department of Transportation, United States Coast Guard (USCG), Commandant (G-ACS), U.S. Coast Guard Headquarters, 2100 Second St., SW, Washington, DC, 20593-0001

ZIP Code

20593-0001

Solicitation Number

Reference-Number-2101231PKB000

Response Due

July 31, 2001

Point of Contact

LCDR Orie Davis, Contract Specialist, Phone (202) 267-0531, Fax (202) 267-4019, Email odavis@comdt.uscg.mil -- Linda Dearing, Contracting Officer, Phone (202) 267-2489, Fax (202) 267-4019, Email ldearing@comdt.uscg.mil

Description

This is a Sources Sought Synopsis. The U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) is conducting market research to determine the existence and interest of potential sources to provide a HU25 Mishap/Data Recorder System. Solutions could be as simple as a crashworthy system that would record only cockpit audio and video or as involved as a cockpit audio system with flight parameter recording. The system, at a minimum, would have to provide useful data in day and night cockpit lighting. At present, the HU25 fleet?s digital flight data recorders are obsolete and the aircraft lack even a simple cockpit voice recording capability. It is projected that USCG will expend up to $750K for non-recurring engineering (NRE) costs and $20K to $75K per aircraft for acquisition and installation of the proposed system. If possible, responses should include: 1) A description of the system, major components, and capabilities. 2) Demonstration of technology, i.e. current uses in commercial aircraft, any certifications or standards the system meets, etc. 3) Estimated NRE. 4) Expected hardware and installation costs. If possible, a breakdown including initial installation and setup costs such as software licenses, ground support and downloading hardware or technical manuals, is desired. 5) Expected annual or recurring maintenance and support costs. 6) Required initial and recurrent training. 7) The name and address of the contractor. 8) Point of contact including: name, title, phone number and email address. 9) Business size and type i.e.: Large, Small, Small Disadvantaged, etc. The NAICS codes related to this mishap recorder system is 334511. Prospective suppliers are encouraged to submit a capability summary that does not exceed ten (10) pages in length describing their most relevant corporate experience, and their approach in meeting the requirements stated above. Actual video/audio depictions of cockpit recordings in like aircraft are encouraged. Where to Submit: Submit responses via mail, fax, or email to the above address. When to Submit: Submissions must be received not later than 31 July 2001. Notice Regarding Solicitation: Please note that this synopsis is for information purposes and to identify potential sources. This notice does not constitute an Invitation for Bid or Request for Proposal and is not to be construed as a commitment by the Government. Respondents deemed fully qualified will be considered in any resulting future solicitation. Notice Regarding Proprietary Information: All submitted materials will be designated for Government Use Only. Other: No reimbursement will be made for any costs associated with providing information in response to this announcement and any follow-up information requests.

Web Link

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Record

Loren Data Corp. 20010626/16SOL016.HTM (D-173 SN50P883)