What the buyer needs
AI summaryThe Missile Defense Agency (MDA) seeks innovative, cost-efficient alternatives to current air drop C-17 target launches. The Mobile Integrated Launch Capability (MILC) solicitation requires rapid demonstrations of mobile launch platforms capable of deploying and launching short to long-range target missile systems from multiple global locations. This is a two-phase effort. Phase I involves detailed design, engagement analysis, and prototype costing for candidate MILC concepts. Phase II includes prototyping, ground testing, and launching a candidate target system. Offerors selected for award must possess an active Secret Facility Clearance Level (FCL) with Secret safeguarding level verified by MDA upon award, as they will be required to access, handle, receive, and store Secret information.
Scope of work
- Phase I detailed design and engagement analysis of candidate MILC concepts
- Phase I detailed prototyping cost information for all major subsystems
- Phase II prototyping, ground testing, and launch of a target system
- Delivery of one launch platform and associated integration, transport, and launch services
- Modular, open system architecture utilizing COTS/GOTS components
- Options for ballistic, maneuvering, and air-breathing target vehicle launches
How proposals are evaluated
| Criterion | Weight / scoring |
|---|---|
| Technical Merit (Execution Potential and Innovation) | Not specified |
| Importance to Agency Programs (Potential Utility and Schedule) | Not specified |
| Cost (Low lifecycle cost and Rough Order of Magnitude realism and reasonableness) | Not specified |
Minimum qualifications
- Registered in System for Award Management (SAM) at time of response and prior to award
- Active Secret Facility Clearance Level (FCL) with Secret safeguarding level verified by MDA upon award
- Basic NIST SP 800-171 DoD Assessment (not more than three years old) posted to SPRS upon award
- Compliance with U.S. Export Control laws including ITAR and EAR
- FFRDCs and UARCs must include sponsoring agency determinations and an industry transition plan
Documents to include with your response
- White Paper (per Attachment 3 - White Paper Requirements)
- ROM Tables (Excel)
- OCI Analysis and Disclosure Form
How to submit
- Method
- White papers submitted per Attachment 3; CUI or Secret submissions via email instruction
- Instructions
- White papers are accepted anytime throughout the open solicitation period. Refer to Attachment 3 - White Paper Requirements. For CUI or Secret submissions, send an Unclassified email to the agency contact for further instruction.
Incumbent and award research
No incumbent history found for this requirement. The notice does not cite a current contract, and no earlier award from this buying office matches it.
Market context
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