Notice of Intent to Sole Source - FOREFLIGHT LLC.
ID: 20210PR250000003Type: Special Notice
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Buyer

HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OFUS

NAICS

Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing (334511)

PSC

MISCELLANEOUS AIRCRAFT ACCESSORIES AND COMPONENTS (1680)

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https://sam.gov/opp/fc24dd7d974d41aa9adfac11a9fd30db/view
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    The Department of Homeland Security, specifically the U.S. Coast Guard Air Station in Washington, DC, intends to award a sole source Firm-Fixed Price contract to FOREFLIGHT LLC for the renewal of 10 Military Flight Bag (MFB) Electronic Performance Licenses. This procurement aims to enhance flight planning and operational support for the unit's C-37A and C-37B aircraft, ensuring safe and efficient mission execution through advanced digital solutions and real-time situational awareness. The licenses will provide essential functionalities such as runway analysis, obstacle detection, and compatibility with existing Electronic Flight Bags, which are critical for the unique mission requirements of the Coast Guard. Interested parties may submit capability statements to Tracy Burr at Tracy.L.Burr@uscg.mil by November 21, 2024, as no solicitation will be issued for this requirement.

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    Tracy Burr
    Tracy.L.Burr@uscg.mil
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    3c. Performance Work Statement (PWS).docx
    The U.S. Coast Guard Air Station Washington, DC, is seeking to renew 10 licenses for the ForeFlight Military Flight Bag (MFB) Performance, essential for flight planning and support aboard Gulfstream GV and G550 aircraft. The licenses facilitate efficient pre-flight planning, reduce pilot workload, enhance performance through digital solutions, and provide real-time situational awareness. Significant features include compatibility with existing Electronic Flight Bags, access to FAA and DOD data even offline, advanced weather information, and flight planning capabilities. The subscription period is from December 2, 2024, to December 1, 2025. Additional functionalities include runway analysis, paperless plotting, obstacle detection, and real-time tracking through external devices. The contractor is responsible for providing technical support, software updates, and a designated contract manager. This RFP reflects the government's commitment to modernizing its aviation operations and ensuring pilot efficiency in mission execution.
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