Pre-Solicitation Notice and Pre-Solicitation Meeting/Industry Day announcement for Counter-small Unmanned Aircraft Systems (C-sUAS)

Other / Unclassified

This document provides instructions for accessing a "C-sUAS Technical Read Library" related to RFP# FA8750-20-R-1000. The library is available for review by Small Business Offerors during the proposal preparation period.

To access the library, interested bidders must email Donna Toole (donna.toole.1@us.af.mil) with the following:

• Company name and CAGE code
• A copy of the company's approved DD Form 2345 ("Military Critical Technical Data Agreement")
• A letter from the Data Custodian authorizing access for specific employees, identifying them by name.
• A completed proof of U.S. Citizenship form for each individual employee who will review the library.

Restrictions on the use, modification, reproduction, release, performance, display, or disclosure of the library are in place. The data is subject to export control, and recipients must comply with the Export Administration Regulations, including restrictions on dissemination to foreign nationals. Data must not be stored on cloud platforms outside the United States. The Data Custodian is responsible for safekeeping and must delete the library within 10 days of receipt, ensuring all authorized individuals also delete it by that date. Notification of deletion must be sent to the Government PM.

Questions & Answers / Clarifications

This document provides responses to questions raised by industry partners regarding the C-sUAS (Counter small Unmanned Aircraft Systems) acquisition.

• Contract Vehicle: The IDIQ is intended for C-sUAS requirements across multiple DoD agencies and other Federal agencies, with ordering centralized through AFRL/RIK.
• Technical Read Library: The library is unclassified but some information is export-controlled, requiring on-site viewing at AFRL/RI.
• Small Business Set-Aside: The determination is still pending and will be posted as an amendment.
• Subcontracting: There are no limitations on onboarding subcontractors, but compliance with FAR 52.219-14 is required if set-aside for small business.
• TS/SCI Clearance: 20% of personnel are expected to have TS/SCI clearance at award due to access to specific data.
• RFP Release: The government is determining whether to release a draft RFP with a shorter response period or a full RFP with a longer response period.
• Contract Type: This is a single-award IDIQ, not a Multiple Award IDIQ.
• Open Systems Architecture (OSA): Defined as a system using a technical architecture that adopts consensus-based standards supporting a modular, loosely coupled, and highly cohesive system structure.
• Cyber Resiliency: Defined as the ability to anticipate, withstand, recover from, and adapt to adverse conditions, stresses, attacks, or compromises.
• Response Time: A 30-day response time to the RFP is anticipated, which may or may not be extended.
• Proposal Submission: One proposal will be due for both the IDIQ and the initial Task Order.
• Funding: Funding is currently secured for the first Task Order, with an estimated 36 months of performance.
• Award Anticipation: Award is anticipated in September 2020.

These Q&As provide clarification on various aspects of the acquisition, including contract vehicle, security requirements, and proposal submission timelines. Potential bidders should review these responses carefully as they may influence proposal strategy and preparation. The set-aside determination and draft RFP release timeline are key points for industry to monitor.

Other / Unclassified

This document is a list of attendees from an "Industry Day" event held on December 16, 2019, related to the C-sUAS IDIQ (Counter-Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity) opportunity.

This list provides contact information (email addresses and attendee names) for representatives from various companies who attended the industry day. This information may be useful for potential bidders to understand who participated, identify potential partners or competitors, and for follow-up communications regarding the C-sUAS IDIQ opportunity.

Statement of Work (SOW) / Performance Work Statement (PWS)

To research, design, prototype, test, evaluate, and operationally assess efficient and automated Command and Control (C2), Radio Frequency (RF) detection, and interceptor technologies for Counter Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems (C-sUAS).

• Research and Development (R&D), Test and Evaluation (T&E) of technologies to achieve the objective.
• Includes discovery, concept development, modeling and simulation (M&S), technology maturation, rapid prototyping, developmental testing, field assessment, operational evaluation, and productization.
• Specific areas include:
  • Exploration, simplification, automation, and integration of C2 and open systems architectures for fixed, mobile, and dismounted scenarios, aiming for minimal operator involvement.
  • RF detection, analysis, processing, resource allocation, interrogation, emission, and assessment of sUAS wireless C2 links, including geolocation and low collateral damage electronic attack.
  • Development of modular and adaptable interceptor systems (including cueing) capable of identifying, tracking, and defeating sUAS using kinetic, high power microwave, electronic attack, or other methods.

Not explicitly stated in the provided sections, but the document is dated 21 NOV 2019.

• Address technical gaps related to manpower requirements, ineffective defeat of sUAS with active wireless C2 links, and lack of low collateral damage kinetic defeats.
• Develop superior technologies to counter sUAS and sUAS swarms, considering advancements in size, weight, power, performance, and cost.
• Strategic positioning to rapidly respond to diverse sUAS threats.
• Compliance with security requirements (personnel, physical, export control, classified information).
• Adherence to safety requirements (OSHA).
• Travel may be required for technical assistance, integration, site surveys, testing, demonstrations, and reviews.

Other / Unclassified

This document is a list of attendees for the C-sUAS IDIQ Industry Day held on December 16, 2019. It includes company names, email addresses, and the names of two attendees per company.

This document is relevant to potential bidders as it lists companies that attended an industry day for the C-sUAS IDIQ. This can provide insight into potential competitors or partners and indicates which organizations are interested in this specific opportunity.

Statement of Work (SOW) / Performance Work Statement (PWS)

To provide a flexible, rapid, and agile contracting vehicle for the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) to support research, development, prototyping, demonstration, evaluation, and transition of Counter Small Unmanned Aircraft System (C-sUAS) capabilities. The goal is to combat the growing threat posed by Commercial Off-The-Shelf (COTS) small Unmanned Aircraft Systems (sUAS) used by adversaries.

This effort encompasses a broad range of activities related to C-sUAS Science and Technology (S&T), including:

• Rapid development, design, prototyping, and enhancements.
• Demonstration, scenario development, and experimentation.
• Integration, testing, technical installation, transition, and support for initial operations.
• Development of technology capability solutions addressing user requirements.
• Delivery of prototype technologies for evaluation and feedback.
• Provision of a mechanism for acquiring limited quantities of technologies.

Key areas of focus include:

• Developing new C-sUAS S&T capabilities and prototype solutions to meet mission requirements and fill technology gaps across the entire C-sUAS kill-chain (deceive, disrupt, deny, degrade, destroy).
• Demonstrating C-sUAS prototypes employing multiple mitigation techniques in a cooperative and automated/autonomous manner.
• Maturing technological developments to mitigate multiple sUAS threats simultaneously.
• Research and Development (R&D) in areas such as Electromagnetic Spectrum (EMS) analysis, detection/identification techniques, cyberspace ISR, cyberspace countermeasures, Command and Control (C2) using open architecture, automation, and autonomy.

While specific metrics are not detailed in this section, the SOW implies a focus on delivering functional prototypes, effective solutions, and mature technologies that meet user requirements and address operational needs.

Not explicitly stated in the provided sections, but the nature of the work suggests it will be conducted under task orders, likely at various AFRL sites and potentially at user operational environments.

• Emphasis on rapid, agile contracting and development.
• Development of solutions that address specific user requirements and operational environments.
• Delivery of prototypes for evaluation and feedback.
• Potential for classified work in accordance with the applicable Security Classification Guide (SCG).
• Adherence to various technical, security, and program management processes outlined in subsequent sections of the document.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document, RRS Form 31, provides instructions and a template for requesting authorization to visit the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) Technical Read Library in Rome, New York. It is intended for offerors who need to review technical library materials related to the C-SUAS acquisition during their proposal preparation period.

• Visit Authorization Request: Details required for submitting a visit request, including company name, address, purpose of visit, and dates.
• Visitor Information: Fields for listing individual visitors, including Name, SSN, Date of Birth, Place of Birth, Country of Citizenship, Naturalization details (if applicable), and State Driver's License number.
• Contact Information: Requires points of contact at AFRL RRS and within the offeror's organization.
• Classification: Option to classify the visit as UNCLASSIFIED or CLASSIFIED.
• Submission Instructions: Specifies faxing the form to AFRL/RIOF and provides contact numbers for confirmation. It also notes that JPAS users should skip this form if they use SMO Code LK1MFSD15.
• Required Documentation: Mentions the need for an approved DD Form 2345, "Military Critical Technical Data Agreement," and a letter of authorization from the Data Custodian.

Bidders intending to review the technical library must complete and submit this form, along with the DD Form 2345 and authorization letter, to gain access. The form outlines the necessary information and procedures for scheduling a visit, which is crucial for understanding the technical aspects of the acquisition and preparing a compliant proposal. Failure to disclose information may result in denial of entry.

Other / Unclassified

This document is a presentation from an Industry Day hosted by AFRL/RIGD on December 16, 2019, concerning Counter-small Unmanned Aircraft Systems (C-sUAS). It outlines the purpose of the event, which was to provide interested parties an overview of AFRL's role in C-UAS and the program's scope. The presentation covered the current state of C-sUAS technology, technical deep dives, and included a Q&A session and opportunities for industry networking and one-on-one sessions.

This presentation is relevant to potential bidders as it details the government's interest and current focus areas in C-sUAS technology. It provides insight into the program's objectives, technical focus areas (including EW, Cyber, Autonomous Command and Control, Sensor Exploitation, Interceptors, and Directed Energy), and the overall acquisition strategy. Key information for bidders includes:

• Acquisition Overview: Estimated IDIQ labor scope of 3.4M hours, a 72-month ordering period, and R&D task orders to be completed within 24 months after the ordering period ends. Desired data rights are Unlimited Rights. Deliverables include C-sUAS fieldable prototypes, with a highest security classification of TS/SCI.
• Technical Objectives: To equip the US government with tools to combat threats, partner with industry for rapid technology deployment, achieve cost and timeline symmetry with threats, and balance cost, speed, and quality.
• Technical Development Strategy: Emphasizes agile development, early experimentation, and end-to-end RDT&E.
• Acquisition Milestones: Key dates include RFP Release (Feb 2020), Proposals Due (Mar 2020), and Contract Award (Sep 2020).
• Technical Read Library: Access requires signing a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) and providing DD Form 2345. Interested parties should contact Donna Toole.
• Q&A Submission: Questions not answered during the event could be submitted via email to terrence.lipinski@us.af.mil and matthew.zawisza@us.af.mil by 12 pm EST on December 20, 2019. Responses will be published via beta.SAM.gov.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a "VERIFICATION OF U.S. CITIZEN" form to be completed by a Personnel or Security Official. It serves to certify that an individual is a U.S. Citizen. This verification is valid for the duration of the requestor's employment with the listed organization.

• Organization and Cage Code
• Personnel/Security Official's Printed Name, Phone Number, Email, Signature, and Date
• Meeting Attendee's Printed Name, Phone Number, and Email
• Requires a handwritten signature or valid digital certificate.

This form may be required as part of the submission process for certain opportunities to verify the citizenship status of personnel involved. Bidders should be prepared to complete or obtain this verification as instructed by the solicitation.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document, "RRS FORM 31," is a Request for Visit Authorization to the AFRL/RRS Information Directorate. It is used for preregistering visitors to a government facility. Offerors intending to review the Technical Read Library must use this form if they cannot use JPAS.

• Sections for requesting organization details, visit purpose, dates, and visitor information (Name, SSN, DOB, etc.).
• Fields for points of contact at both the visiting organization and AFRL RRS.
• Options for classifying the visit as UNCLASSIFIED or CLASSIFIED.
• Instructions for submission via fax or mail, and a confirmation phone number.

This form is critical for any bidder who needs to physically access the Technical Read Library to review documents related to the acquisition. It outlines the process, required information, and contacts for scheduling and gaining access to the library for proposal preparation.