Request for Information: United States Coast Guard Core Navigation Softwareview on SAM.gov

Description & Purpose of Request 1.1 Objective The United States Coast Guard (USCG) is conducting market research in accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Part 10 to identify commercially available off-the-shelf (COTS) and Non-Developmental Item (NDI) core maritime navigation software solutions that have the capability of being enhanced to meet USCG requirements (e.g. EAIS IDD). The primary objective is to survey industry capabilities to inform the prospective modernization and eventual replacement of the legacy USCG “Vega” navigation software suite (currently derived from commercial core navigation architectures) across the cutter and boat fleet. 1.2 Purpose & Scope of Market Inquiry The Coast Guard seeks insight into the current commercial and naval navigation software, including cutting-edge display engines, autonomous voyage planning, sensor fusion, resilient Positioning, Navigation, and Timing (PNT), and modern software architectures (e.g., modular open systems, containerized microservices, cross-platform runtimes). The Government intends to assess software suites that can match or exceed the complete operational baseline of current USCG E-NAV capabilities while remaining flexible, open, and capable of integrating seamlessly into existing USCG shipboard hardware configurations without requiring complete bridge refits. 1.3 Disclaimer This is a Request for Information (RFI) and is issued solely for informational, market research, and planning purposes. This is not a Request for Proposals or a Request for Quotations, and it is not considered to be a commitment by the Government to award a contract/order nor is the Government responsible for any costs incurred in furnishing information provided under this RFI. No basis for claim against the Government shall arise as a result of a response to this RFI or Government use of any information provided. Further, the Government is not seeking proposals and will not accept unsolicited proposals at this time. No classified, confidential, or sensitive information should be included in your response to this RFI. Proprietary information must be clearly marked if included. The Government reserves the right to use any information provided by respondents for any purpose deemed necessary and legally appropriate, including using technical information provided by respondents in any resultant solicitation. Responses will assist the Government in determining the availability of potential solutions and commercial products in the market. At this time, no solicitation exists; therefore, please do not request a copy of the solicitation. The information and requirements in this RFI, and any attachments, is subject to change at the sole discretion of the Government. 2. Operational Environment & Hardware Baseline Constraints To ensure candidate software solutions can integrate into active cutter classes without widespread structural or electrical bridge overhauls, respondents must demonstrate compatibility…