Lead System Integration Services

The Technology Application Program Office (TAPO) is conducting market research to identify potential vendors capable of providing the requirement.

This is a Sources Sought Notice issued in accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Part 10 and does not constitute a Request for Proposal (RFP), nor does it obligate the Government to issue a solicitation or award a contract.

Objective: The United States Special Operations Command (USSOCOM), Technology Application

Contracting Office (TAKO) seeks to identify potential vendors (including small businesses) to inform its acquisition strategy for a future requirement. The Government will use the information to inform acquisition planning and strategy, e.g. full and open competition, competitive small business set-side. Requirement: The Government seeks potential vendors to serve as a lead system integrator without system responsibility with the necessary capabilities to furnish engineering services, integration, procurement, and logistical support related to Launched Effects. This effort requires comprehensive program management, coordination with the industrial base, development of critical documentation, and management of government assets to ensure successful integration and fielding of Launched Effects capabilities. Services and support includes: Coordination with OEMs to develop and deliver all necessary engineering drawings, models, and technical data packages necessary to obtain airworthiness releases for integrated systems Managing OEM field representative support for test events and demonstrations, collaboration with OEMs to generate and/or obtain technical documentation essential for integration and sustainment Conducting market research to identify and procure “best in class” material solutions from Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) within the Launched Effects industrial base Oversight and coordination to OEMs to facilitate development, integration, and testing of launched effects, payloads, and associated subsystems onto new or existing aviation platforms Establish and maintain a system for the management, accounting, and secure storage of material procured to include, but not limited to, air vehicles, payloads, and related support equipment. Manage transportation of equipment/systems to and from various locations throughout the United States for testing and integration activities Support events that include, but not limited to, Technical Interchange Meetings (TIMs), Program Management Reviews (PMRs), integration events, training events, and test events. Maintain a Facility Security Clearance (FCL) at the Secret level, including Secret safeguarding capability. Access and handle Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI), classified systems, and data as required. Deliver technical data and software documentation in accordance with 252.227-7989 Rights in Technical Data, Computer Software, and Computer Software Documentation—Other Than Commercial Products and Commercial Services. (DEVIATION 2026-O0036). Key Information: NAICS Code/ Small Business Size Standard: 541715 Research and Development, Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment – 1250 employees or 541330 Engineering Services - $25.5M PSC: AJ15, R425, R706, and 1680 CMMC: Level 2 CMMC Third-Party Assessment Organization (C3PAO) Certified Required Documentation: Interested sources must submit a Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Joint Certification Program (JCP) approved DD Form 2345, DD Form 2345 Military Critical Technical Data Agreement. Information on the JCP can be found at: https://www.dla.mil/Logistics-Operations/Services/JCP/ Response Requested: Interested parties are invited to submit a capabilities statement (on company letterhead) demonstrating their qualifications, capabilities and experience in providing the requirement. Responses should be no longer than 10 pages and include the following: 1. Source Profile:

A. Company Name and Address

B. Affiliate Information (parent companies, joint ventures, potential teaming partners)