A -- R&D Support for InfraRed Countermeasures

The Naval Research Laboratory has a requirement for the research and development of new technologies for InfraRed CounterMeasure (IRCM) systems that exploit the optical spectrum from infrared through ultraviolet to support military aircraft and ship systems. The areas of technical investigation will be broad, but with emphasis on electro-optical and infrared (EO/IR) systems and techniques for countering infrared guided missile threats to tactical aircraft The Government anticipates an award of a Cost Plus Fixed Fee (CPFF) type contract. Personnel proposed to work on the resultant contract shall have a SECRET clearance or shall be eligible for the aformentioned clearance prior to contract commencement. The contractor shall have at least a SECRET facilities clearance and SECRET storage capabilities prior to contract commencement. Period of Performance will be one (1) year with four (4) one-year options. The size standard is 500 employees for the associated NAICS code 541712. The NRL uses Electronic Commerce (EC) to issue RFPs and amendments to RFPs. The solicitation and any amendments to it will be available via the Internet at the URL address shown below. Paper copies of the RFP will not be provided. All responsible sources may submit a proposal, which shall be considered by the agency. NOTE(s): 26. This and other business opportunities for NRL can be found at our website http://heron.nrl.navy.mil/contracts/rfplist.htm.