Sources Sought: FA8228-25-Electronic Engineering Support
ID: FA822825-ENGSType: Sources Sought
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA8228 AFSC OL H PZIMHILL AFB, UT, 84056-5805, USA

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Engineering Services (541330)

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8(a) Set-Aside (FAR 19.8) (8A)
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Air Force, is seeking sources for electronic engineering support through a Sources Sought notice for the 309th Electronics Maintenance Group at Hill Air Force Base in Utah. The procurement aims to identify potential contractors capable of providing engineering support and project management, including the provision of two Senior Electrical Engineers and two Project Managers, to facilitate upgrades and modifications to aging test systems critical for aircraft component maintenance. This initiative is part of a broader effort to ensure mission readiness and operational efficiency, with a focus on maintaining high standards in military-related engineering services. Interested small businesses, including those that are 8(a), Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned, Hubzone, and Women-Owned, are encouraged to respond by providing their company details and confirming their small business status by May 22, 2025. For further inquiries, interested parties may contact Nate Littlewood at nathanial.littlewood@us.af.mil or Merrick Flygare at merrick.flygare@us.af.mil.

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    The Performance-Based Work Statement (PWS) outlines the requirements for engineering support and project management for the U.S. Air Force's 309th Electronics Maintenance Group at Hill Air Force Base. This document defines the need for upgrades and modifications to aging test systems crucial for maintaining aircraft components. It specifies the provision of two Senior Electrical Engineers and two Project Managers, emphasizing their requisite industry experience. Key tasks include engineering support for existing systems, project planning and execution, maintenance of documentation, and reporting performance metrics. Contractors must prepare and deliver regular project status reports, trip reports, and other required documentation while adhering to various compliance and safety regulations. The work environment includes strict security and operational protocols, with a focus on maintaining safety during all tasks associated with the contract. This PWS serves as a foundation for contractors, ensuring consistent and effective support to meet mission readiness and operational efficiency at the 309th EMXG. The document reflects the government's emphasis on maintaining high standards in military-related engineering and project management contracts, highlighting various responsibilities throughout the project lifecycle.
    The document is a Sources Sought Synopsis issued by the federal government to assess the market for engineering support related to the Electronic Maintenance Group. It serves primarily for market research to identify potential sources and gauge the competitiveness of the procurement process, particularly for small businesses, including those owned by veterans and women. The specified NAICS code is 541330, with a size standard of $25.5 million. Interested companies are invited to respond by providing their company name, contact information, confirmation of small business status, and SAM registration details. The draft Performance Work Statement attached outlines the responsibilities expected from contractors. Responses are to be submitted via email by May 22, 2025. The initiative aims to optimize the acquisition strategy and does not obligate the government to fund any responses, as this is solely for information gathering.
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