SSN MCSC – Fire Support Systems and Organic Precision Fires Support Services

Questions & Answers / Clarifications

This document provides responses to vendor questions regarding the Product Manager FSS and Product Manager OPF Support Services opportunity.

• Onsite Support Locations: The government clarified that PWS Paragraph 4.1.2.3 requires one Full-Time Equivalent (FTE) at Fort Sill, OK, and another FTE at Aberdeen Proving Ground (APG) PEO Command, Control Communications and Network (PEO C3N) / Program Manager Mission Command. Paragraph 4.6 has been amended to remove duplicative language.
• Software Development Environment: Software development will occur at a contractor facility. The contractor is not responsible for developing and maintaining the government's DevSecOps.
• Tactical Vehicle Transport: The government plans to use government transportation for tactical vehicles. If contractor transport is required, it will be considered an Other Direct Cost (ODC).
• Facility Specifications: Bidders should refer to PWS Section 8.0 for details on contractor facilities, including conference rooms and COMSEC storage. Specifics on size and proximity to MCSC are not detailed in the Q&A.
• Secure Lab/COMSEC: The government only requires COMSEC storage, not a secure lab. Refer to Attachment 2 – Notional Government Furnished Equipment for details.

These clarifications may impact how bidders plan their staffing, resource allocation, and proposal content, particularly regarding onsite support, software development locations, and transportation logistics. Bidders should review the PWS sections mentioned in conjunction with these answers.

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

This Performance Work Statement (PWS) outlines the requirements for program management, systems engineering, and life-cycle logistics support services for the Product Manager (PdM) Fire Support Systems (FSS) and Product Manager (PdM) Organic Precision Fires (OPF) portfolios within the Marine Corps Systems Command (MCSC) Ground Weapons Systems (GWS) Program Manager.

• Provide program management support, systems engineering support, and on-site system subject matter expertise (SME) for fielded systems within both PdM FSS and PdM OPF portfolios throughout all phases of the acquisition life cycle.

• Support includes tasks such as program planning, control, and reporting; acquisition and requirements support; systems engineering support; software engineering, integration, and development; configuration and data management; test and evaluation support; and integrated logistics and sustainment.

• Specific areas of support include various systems such as AFATDS, THSv2, HH-VDL, M777A2, and others related to fire support and precision fires capabilities.

• The Contractor shall develop and maintain an effective quality control program (QCP).

• Performance will be evaluated by the Government based on a Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan (QASP).

• Deliverables will be inspected for content, completeness, accuracy, and conformance to contract requirements.

• The contract period of performance is one (1) base year with four (4) one-year options.

• Primary place of performance is the Contractor's facility. Government facilities will be provided at Marine Corps Combat Development Command (MCCDC), MCB Quantico, VA; Marine Corps Systems Command, MCB Quantico, VA; and Marine Corps Base Albany, Georgia.

• The contract is for non-personal services.

• Contractor personnel must obtain a Common Access Card (CAC) for access to Marine Corps Enterprise Network (MCEN).

• Contractor shall manage, control, use, preserve, protect, repair, and maintain Government Furnished Property (GFP).

• Travel is required and will be on a cost reimbursement basis, subject to COR approval.

Sources Sought Notice

This notice initiates market research to determine the availability of commercial capabilities for program management support, systems engineering support, life cycle logistics support, and technical writing support for the Product Manager Fire Support Systems (PdM FSS) and PdM Organic Precision Fires (OPF) portfolios. These systems are related to indirect-fire weapon systems and precision strike capabilities for the USMC. The government is not seeking proposals at this time and will not be responsible for any costs incurred in responding.

The effort involves supporting PdM FSS and PdM OPF through all phases of the acquisition life cycle. Specific areas of support include:

• Program management

• Systems engineering

• Life cycle logistics

• Technical writing

• Software development, update, and testing for systems like Target Handoff System (THS)v2 and Handheld Video Data Link (HH-VDL).

• Subject Matter Expertise (SME) for Advanced Field Artillery Tactical Data System (AFATDS) Software.

• Acquisition support for OPF portfolio systems.

• The estimated period of performance is one base year with four additional option years.

• The estimated range for this effort is approximately $50,000,000.00 to $75,000,000.00.

• Interested parties should submit an executive summary (max 15 pages) via email by 15 April 2026.

• Responses must include Organization Name, Address, Point of Contact, DUNS and CAGE Code, business size and type, and a statement of capabilities.

• Specific qualifications to address include Corporate Experience (with contract details), Acquisition Experience, SME, Facilities, Onboarding Personnel approach, and Interest Level (prime contractor status and subcontracting percentage).

• Vendors are also asked to provide feedback on the use of a GSA Schedule and any recommendations for the PWS.

• NAICS Code: 541330 (Engineering Services)

• Small Business Size Standard: $47M

• Request for Information Number: M67854-26-I-1018

• Response Date: 15 April 2026

• Contractors requesting documentation for THSv2 and HH-VDL systems need to email for access to DoD SAFE, requiring a signed NDA. Requests must be submitted no later than 10 business days prior to the response due date.

• Questions or comments should be submitted via email by 01 April 2026. Responses will be posted to SAM.gov and GSA eBuy.

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

This Performance Work Statement (PWS) outlines the requirements for program management, systems engineering, and life-cycle logistics support services for the Product Manager (PdM) Fire Support Systems (FSS) and PdM Organic Precision Fires (OPF) portfolios within the Marine Corps Systems Command (MCSC) Ground Weapon Systems (GWS) Program Manager. The objective is to ensure the sustainment and modernization of indirect-fire weapon systems, targeting systems, fire control, radars, acoustic sensors, and artillery survey equipment.

• Provide program management support across all phases of the acquisition lifecycle.

• Deliver systems engineering support, including drafting documentation, supporting technical reviews, and managing systems engineering processes.

• Offer life cycle logistics support, including sustainment planning, independent logistics assessments, and cataloging of parts.

• Provide technical support for various systems including AFATDS, THSv2, HH-VDL, and others.

• Conduct Manpower Personnel & Training (MP&T) analyses and provide training support.

• Manage Government Furnished Property (GFP).

• Provide shipping and receiving services for equipment.

• Support travel requirements for contract performance.

• Contractor performance will be evaluated under a Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan (QASP).

• Deliverables will be inspected for content, completeness, accuracy, and conformance to contract requirements.

• Contractor must develop and maintain an effective Quality Control Program (QCP).

• Period of Performance: One (1) base year with four (4) one-year options.

• Primary Place of Performance: Contractor's facility.

• Government facilities will be provided for support at Marine Corps Combat Development Command (MCCDC), MCB Quantico, VA; Marine Corps Systems Command, MCB Quantico, VA; and Marine Corps Base Albany, Georgia.

• Non-personal services contract.

• Contractor must avoid Organizational Conflicts of Interest (OCI).

• Contractor must maintain IT infrastructure and use specified tools.

• Contractor personnel may require Common Access Cards (CAC) for network access.

• Travel will be on a cost reimbursement basis, requiring advance approval.

Sources Sought Notice

This notice is issued by the Marine Corps for market research to determine the availability of commercial capabilities for program management support, systems engineering support, life cycle logistics support, and technical writing support for the Product Manager Fire Support Systems (PdM FSS) and PdM Organic Precision Fires (OPF) portfolios. This is not an invitation for bid, request for quotation, or proposal, and no contract will be awarded from this notice. The government is not responsible for any costs incurred in responding.

The effort involves supporting PdM FSS (which equips the USMC with indirect-fire weapon systems, targeting systems, etc.) and PdM OPF (which provides precision strike capabilities). Specific support areas include:

• Program management

• Systems engineering

• Life cycle logistics

• Technical writing

• Acquisition support for systems within the FSS/OPF portfolios or similar systems.

• Software development, update, and testing for Target Handoff System (THS)v2 and Handheld Video Data Link (HH-VDL) systems.

• Subject Matter Expertise (SME) for Advanced Field Artillery Tactical Data System (AFATDS) Software.

• Support for Marine Corps ground and aviation fires operation, coordination, and doctrine.

• Period of Performance: One base year with four additional options.

• Estimated Range: Approximately $50,000,000.00 to $75,000,000.00.

• Vendors must submit an executive summary (max 15 pages, 12-point font) via email.

• Required information includes: Organization Name/Address/POC, DUNS and CAGE Code, Business size/type, and a Statement of Capabilities.

• The capability statement must address Corporate Experience (similar contracts within the last three years, including customer, contract number, POC, role, and percentage of work performed), Acquisition Experience, Facilities, Onboarding Personnel process, and Interest Level (prime contractor status, subcontracting percentage).

• Vendors are also asked to provide feedback on the use of a GSA Schedule as a contract vehicle.

• Response Due Date: 15 April 2026, 4:00 PM Eastern Time.

• NAICS Code: 541330 (Engineering Services - Military and Aerospace Equipment and Military Weapons).

• Small Business Size Standard: $47M.

• Vendors should include their company's business size based on the NAICS code.

• Proprietary information must be marked.

• Acknowledgement of receipt will not be made.

• Submittals will not be returned.

• Respondents will not be notified of evaluation results.

• It is the responder's responsibility to check SAM.gov and GSA eBuy for additional data and any formal solicitation announcements.

• Additional documentation for THSv2 and HH-VDL systems can be requested via email, requiring access to DoD SAFE and a signed NDA.

• Questions must be submitted via email by 01 April 2026, 4:00 PM Eastern Time. Responses may be provided via amendment.