The U.S. Army Contracting Command has issued a Request for Information (RFI) as part of market research to identify potential sources for engineering and test support services for the Army Evaluation Center (AEC). This RFI seeks input from businesses regarding their capabilities and intent to engage in forthcoming contract opportunities valued between $250M and $270M. The Army is considering a multiple award Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (ID/IQ) contract, employing both Cost-Plus-Fixed-Fee (CPFF) and Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP) contracts, with work projected from October 2026 to September 2033. Key support areas include test planning, execution, reporting, data management, and professional development. Businesses are required to address several points including conflict of interest, size standards under NAICS code 541330, and their ability to fulfill various service requirements. Responses to this RFI are due by April 9, 2025, and the Army will conduct an industry day in August 2025 to further discuss the opportunities. The goal is to gather information to develop a comprehensive acquisition strategy and to ensure competitive, capable contractors can assist AEC in its mission.

The Performance Work Statement (PWS) outlines the requirements for procuring support services for the U.S. Army Evaluation Center (AEC), a key component in the Army’s operational testing and evaluation processes. The contractor will provide personnel, management, and necessary support to facilitate unbiased evaluations relating to various Army systems, with a focus on operational effectiveness, suitability, and survivability. This contract envisions a seven-year engagement under a Multiple Award Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) arrangement, emphasizing non-personal services where government oversight is minimal. Critical tasks are categorized across several directorates, each requiring specialized expertise in fields such as artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, and engineering evaluations. Personnel management, training, quality assurance, and adherence to security protocols are emphasized to ensure compliance with government standards. The contractor is expected to develop training programs and maintain rigorous documentation for personnel qualifications, ensuring that all employees possess necessary security clearances. The PWS stresses the importance of communications, performance monitoring, and the need for coordinated efforts between contractors and government representatives. With provisions for both contractor and government-furnished items and services, the document serves as a comprehensive guideline for ensuring the effective support of AEC’s mission to enhance the Army's operational capabilities.