SAM #N00167-26-SIMACQ-CD-88-0013

Modeling, Simulation, and Engineering Services for Propeller-Driven Rotor System Using FLIGHTLAB Software

The U.S. Naval Surface Warfare Center Carderock Division is seeking specialized modeling, simulation, and engineering services to advance a Propeller-Driven Rotor (PDR) system project. - Government Buyer: - U.S. Naval Surface Warfare Center (NSWC) Carderock Division - OEMs and Vendors: - Advanced Rotorcraft Technology, Inc. (ART) (OEM of FLIGHTLAB software) - Flight Lab Customer Service (authorized dealer) - Products/Services Requested: - FLIGHTLAB rotorcraft analysis software (proprietary, 1 unit) - Flight Controller Enhancement (1 unit) - Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) Integration (1 unit) - FLIGHTLAB Technical Support & Validation (1 unit) - Modeling, simulation, and analysis services for the PDR system, including documentation, operational procedures, and technical reports - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Sole source procurement due to proprietary software and exclusive intellectual property rights held by ART - All collaboration and deliverables are virtual; no hardware or travel required - Focus on maturing flight control strategies, refining control laws, and advancing control system implementations - Deliverables include technical documentation, operational procedures, presentations, and a final technical report - Acquisition is set aside for small businesses under NAICS 541330 - No viable alternatives to FLIGHTLAB software for this application

Description

The U.S. Naval Surface Warfare Center (NSWC) requires detailed investigation into the performance, flight dynamics, structural loads, and stability of a Propeller-Driven Rotor (PDR) system. Phase I demonstrated the basic feasibility of controlling a PDR simulation model. However, the aircraft response showed a damped, oscillatory response which warrants further enhancement of the PDR flight controller. This Phase IIA effort will mature the flight control system, explore hardware-in-the-loop simulation, and provide general support to NSWC personnel. This project serves as a continuation of Phase-I efforts (Order No. N0016726Q1022). This award is to be made on a Sole Source Basis.

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