Navigational Database (NavDB)

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation seeks to procure subscriptions and licensing services for the C-130J Navigational Database (NavDB). This is a follow-on contract for services critical to the C-130J mission, enabling the development, planning, and implementation of integrated navigational database solutions. The Product Service Code is R425.

The core requirement is the provision of NavDB subscriptions and licensing services. This includes:

• NavDB subscriptions for various C-130J variants (USAF, USCG, USMC) and simulators.

• A license for the Explorer Tool, specifically its Export-Only Feature.

• Field-loadable Chute Database.

• Field-loadable Magnetic Variation (MagVar) Database.

• Configuration Control.

• Technical Support.

• Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price.

• Period of Performance: Each line item specifies a 12-month period of performance, with 13 update cycles included.

• Estimated Value: Not explicitly stated in the provided pages, but the structure indicates multiple line items and option periods.

• Offer Due Date: July 17, 2026, at 3:00 PM local time.

• Evaluation Criteria: Not detailed in the provided pages. Page 31 is titled "Evaluation Factors for Award" but contains no content.

• Submission Instructions: Bidders must refer to the attached Statement of Work (SOW) and other relevant sections of the solicitation.

• The acquisition is currently marked as "UNRESTRICTED." However, there are checkboxes for "SMALL BUSINESS," "HUBZONE SMALL BUSINESS," "SERVICE-DISABLED VETERAN-OWNED SMALL BUSINESS (SDVOSB)," "WOMEN-OWNED SMALL BUSINESS (WOSB)," "ECONOMICALLY DISADVANTAGED WOMEN-OWNED SMALL BUSINESS (EDWOSB)," and "8(A)" which may indicate potential set-aside considerations or eligibility requirements.

• NAICS Code: 541330 (Engineering Services) with a Size Standard of $25,500,000.00.

• Funds are not presently available for this effort; no award will be made until funds are available.

• The Government reserves the right to cancel the solicitation.

• The solicitation incorporates FAR clauses by reference and in full text, including those related to payment, contract administration, and cybersecurity (CMMC Level 2 required).

• An ombudsman has been appointed to address concerns.

Statement of Work (SOW)

This acquisition aims to secure subscriptions and licensing services for developing, planning, and implementing integrated navigational database solutions, specifically for the C-130J mission and simulators. This includes sustaining support for current subscriptions and potential future database upgrades.

• Navigational Database (NDB): Includes subscriptions for NGA DAFIF 8.1 (Refueling Tracks) and Jeppesen ARINC 424 data. Subscriptions are delivered every 28 days, available 7 days before the AIRAC cycle, and accessible via a designated contractor network location.

• NDB Explorer Tool (Export Feature): Updates to support up to ten computer licenses, with prior notification to the Government for updates.

• Field-loadable Chute Database: Updates based on Government-provided chute information, with access via a designated contractor network location.

• Field-loadable Magnetic Variation (MagVar) Database: Updates based on ATTLA-provided data, with access via a designated contractor network location.

• Configuration Control: Ensure no conflicts and submit Engineering Change Proposals for potential future conflicts.

• Technical Support: Provide support for NavDB during platform installation and analyze reported failures.

• Subscriptions delivered every 28 calendar days for 13 cycles annually.

• Availability of subscriptions seven (7) calendar days before the next AIRAC cycle.

• Annual provision of cycle schedules with database sources and descriptions.

• Period of Performance: 12-month base period and four 12-month option periods.

• Place of Performance: Contractor and subcontractor facilities.

• Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price.

• Payment: Quarterly via Wide Area Workflow (WAWF).

• Security: Comply with specified DoD security regulations (DoDD 5205.02E, DoD Manual 5205.02, DoD 5220.22-M). No security clearances expected.

• Safety: Comply with Public Law 91-596 and DoDD 4715.1E. Report mishaps and cooperate with investigations.

• Quality Control: Ensure service quality through a Contractor-maintained system.

• Service Contract Reporting: Provide annual personnel count and report labor hours in SAM.gov if applicable.

• Appendices: References various standards including NISPOM, ESOH, OPSEC, and Occupational Safety and Health Act.