SAM #N00024-26-R-5201

RFI: Production and Repair of Cooperative Engagement Capability (CEC) System

The Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA HQ), Department of the Navy, is seeking industry input on future production and repair of the Cooperative Engagement Capability (CEC) system for US and allied naval platforms. - Government Buyer: - Department of the Navy, Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA HQ) - Products/Services Requested: - Manufacture, assembly, repair, and testing of the CEC system and sub-systems - Installation and checkout (INCO) kits, spares, provisioned item orders - Ancillary engineering support, including technical data package (TDP) updates and integration of new antenna and signal data processor designs - Key System Components: - System antenna - Below deck equipment - Signal data processor - Quantities and Delivery Requirements: - Two antennas per month - Twenty signal data processors per month - Four AN/USG XB systems per year - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Hybrid build-to-print and build-to-specification approach - Contractor must update TDPs and integrate new designs - Minimum SECRET facility clearance required - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or part numbers identified in the notice

Description

This notice is a Request for Information (RFI) as defined in FAR 15.101(c). The Portfolio Acquisition Executive (PAE) Mission Systems is conducting market research to assess industry interest, capability, and potential to support future requirements for the Cooperative Engagement Capability (CEC) program.

The information received will be used to enhance the Government’s understanding of industry’s ability to execute production and repair efforts for the CEC system and to inform future acquisition decisions.

If a solicitation is issued as a result of this RFI, companies will be required to complete a Nondisclosure Agreement (NDA) and Terms of Use Agreement (TOUA) to access the Technical Data Packages (TDPs) for the current CEC system.

SECTION 1: ABOUT CEC The CEC system is a sensor netting system that significantly improves battlespace awareness by extracting and distributing sensor-derived information such that the superset of this data is available to all participating CEC units. This, in turn, provides improved overall battlespace coordination between all network participating ship/air sensor data into a single, real-time, composite track picture supporting integrated force fire control. The CEC system is installed aboard US and allied ships (via the Foreign Military Sales (FMS) program) to include surface combatants, amphibious warfare ships, aircraft carriers, and airborne assets. The CEC system consists of a system antenna and below deck equipment including a signal data processor for shipboard installations and corresponding avionics functional configuration.

SECTION 2: SCOPE The contemplated effort covers CEC system production and repair requirements from Fiscal Year (FY) 2029 through FY2034 under a “Build to Print” approach, including: Manufacture, assembly, repair, testing Installation and Checkout (INCO) kits Spares and Provisioned Item Orders (PIO) Ancillary engineering support for United States Navy, United States Marine Corps (USMC), and FMS customers The scope of work requires a source that currently possesses the capability to meet the program’s schedules for production and repair of the CEC system and its sub-systems without delays. This contract effort includes the production and repair of critical CEC sub-systems, obsolescence management, Other Transaction Authority (OTA) technology insertion, procurement of test equipment, and engineering support. This contract will use a hybrid build-to-print and build-to-specification approach. Build‑to‑specification efforts will address obsolescence issues and incorporate Government‑provided design updates throughout the contract life. An initial system Technical Data Package (TDP) will be provided as Government Furnished Information (GFI) at contract award. The contractor will update the TDP to reflect approved design changes and new antenna and signal data processor designs provided as GFI. Any potential contract actions would ensure continued production and repair of the CEC system, including design changes for obsolescence or system improvements approved under a government ECP process; including antenna manufacturing and assembly for US Navy, USMC, and FMS customers, testing, INCO kits, spares, provisioned item orders, and all ancillary engineering support, including materials, components, accessories, documentation, tools, packing, packaging, marking, and system testing. The prospective source must also support government development testing, system installation, checkout, and testing of production end items. Respondents must demonstrate the technical expertise and production capability to deliver fully tested equipment on time to meet shipyard “In-Yard Need” dates and backfit installation schedules. NAVSEA expects most work to be performed at the contractor’s site. The applicable NAICS code is 334511 (Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing).

SECTION 3: SUBMISSION INSTRUCTIONS NAVSEA invites all interested sources, including small businesses, to submit responses demonstrating their ability to meet this RFI’s requirements. Respondents must have the necessary facilities, equipment, and capabilities. A minimum SECRET facility clearance is required prior to award. Responses should be sent via email to the contacts listed and must be received by 17 August 2026. Responses should not exceed 10 pages, excluding the cover page, with a minimum 10-point font. The email subject line must include the RFI number, your firm’s name, and “CEC System Production and Repair RFI Response”. All proprietary markings will be handled according to applicable statutes. Responses will not be returned. An acknowledgment of receipt will be provided. If not received within two business days, contact the points of contact. Responses must include: SECTION 3.1: COVER PAGE Include a cover page with: Solicitation number (N00024-26-R-5201) Company Name Mailing and physical addresses Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) CAGE code Business size status (NAICS 334511) Small business type (if applicable) Point of contact details SECTION 3.2: COMPANY INFORMATION Include: Number of employees and annual revenue for last three fiscal years Summary of contracts in last five years with similar scope and responsibilities SECTION 3.3: DESIRED EXPERIENCE AND CAPABILITIES Production of the CEC System in Littoral and Blue Water Naval environments Describe experience in shipboard equipment production, including: Data Distribution System (DDS) equipment High-power Radio Frequency (RF) equipment RF testing Updating government-provided TDPs Experience with current or past contracts (USN or DoD) in: Manufacture, assembly, and repair of complex mechanical, RF, and data processing equipment Acceptance testing of COTS items and items to government TDPs, including RF equipment and antennas Development of test procedures and fixtures for complex equipment and LRUs Summarize experience working under USN or DoD contracts and capacity to support activities such as: Managing design and production, including obsolescence-driven changes Providing systems engineering for hardware development and delivery Conducting design and test reviews per NAVSEA standards Supporting developmental testing and system installation Implementing Configuration Management (CM) Managing Government Furnished Material/Property (GFM/GFP) Managing obsolescence with DMSMS plans Maintaining RMQA programs Developing risk management plans Conducting Life Cycle Cost (LCC) analyses Address experience with: Design drawings and lists LRU drawings and lists Hardware engineering documents and parts lists System, power, and environmental requirements Interface specifications and control drawings Cable block diagrams Special inspection and tooling drawings ILS documentation Schedule Support fleet schedules with a PRR within six months of contract award, maintaining delivery of two antennas, twenty SDPs per month, and four AN/USG XB systems annually. Discuss any factors that could accelerate or impede delivery. Barriers to Competition Identify obstacles to competition in production, repair, engineering, test facilities, or scope. Suggest solutions or mitigation strategies for the Navy.

SECTION 4: DISCLAIMER This is not a Request for Proposals. The Government does not intend to award a contract based on this RFI or pay for the information. Responses are for information only and not proposals. Unsolicited proposals will not be evaluated. This notice is for planning purposes and does not constitute a solicitation or obligation. No guarantee of a future solicitation is made. Respondents bear all costs for responses. No reimbursement will be provided. Responses will not be returned. An acknowledgment of receipt will be sent. If not received within two days, contact the points of contact. Responses must include: Small business status (FAR Part 19), if applicable Questions should be submitted in writing via email to the Contract Specialist and Contracting Officer. Verbal questions are not accepted. Questions must not contain classified information.

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