NATO Request for Information: Next Generation Modelling and Simulation (NexGen M&S) Capability

Headquarters Supreme Allied Command Transformation (HQ SACT) has issued a Request for Information (RFI) to discover that which is immediately available, the art-of-the-possible, and state-of-the-art with respect to systems, products, services, technology, and methodologies in the area of M&S, so as to support NATO Governance decision-making on Common Funded Capability Development.

The common funded capability delivery governance model aims to speed the delivery of capabilities required by NATO commanders and the NATO Enterprise. It consists of six life cycle stages; four NATO Governance level decision points, or gates; and two optional decision gates.

During stage 3a (Capability Program Planning), a Capability Program Plan (CPP) is created, which includes details about program scope, schedules, risks, and through-life costs; and defines and analyses alternatives to determine acquisition strategies. The intent of RFI-SACT-ACT-24-33 is to collect the information required to conduct these stage 3a activities and inform the development of the CPP. This RFI does not constitute a commitment to issue a future request for proposal (RFP).

The purpose of this request is to exame future capabilities related to the implementation of NATO NexGen M&S Capability. Further, respondents are advised that HQ SACT will not pay for any information or administrative costs incurred in responding to this RFI. The costs for responding to this RFI shall be borne solely by the responding party. Not responding to this RFI does not preclude participation in any subsequent RFP if issued in the future.

All information shared with ACT might be shared with contracted third parties in order to support the capability development process as needed. Provision of data, or lack of, will not prejudice any respondent in the event of a later competitive bidding process as part of NATO Common-Funded Capability Development. Do NOT submit your RFI questions/responses to the Department of Commerce.

All requests for clarification, questions, and responses to this RFI must be sent via email to all Points of Contact provided in the RFI. Contracting and Technical POCs must be included in any correspondence. HQ SACT’s reference for this RFI is RFI-ACT-SACT-24-33 and all correspondence and submissions concerning this matter should reference this number.

Due date for questions on the RFI: 5:00 pm EDT 29 March 2024 Due date for submission of RFI responses: 5:00 pm EDT 22 April 2024 Your participation in this RFI is greatly appreciated.