Security Cooperation Program Management

The Air Force Installation Contracting Center (AFICC) has issued a Request For Information (RFI)/Sources Sought (SS) to solicit input from qualified 8(a) firms regarding a security cooperation program management contract. This RFI serves as preliminary market research intended to refine the government’s acquisition strategy, assess performance requirements, and gauge industry concerns before releasing a formal solicitation. The contractor will be tasked with various responsibilities, including program planning, monitoring, evaluation, and enhancing partnerships with allied nations. The anticipated contract will be a Firm-Fixed Price agreement with an initial period of 12 months, extendable for up to an additional four years. The deadline for industry responses is April 23, 2025. Responses should include company information, capability statements, past experience, and the ability to meet the required services outlined in the Draft Performance Work Statement (PWS). The document details business size standards and specific questions that interested parties must address, facilitating the government in identifying qualified sources and ensuring compliance with federal contracting regulations.

The Performance Work Statement (PWS) outlines the requirements for security cooperation program management support for the Pacific Air Forces (PACAF) at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Hawaii. The intent is to enhance U.S. strategic relationships with partner nations in the Indo-Pacific region, addressing personnel gaps by seeking contractors who can provide Foreign Area Officers (FAO) expertise. Key services include program coordination, assessment, and strategic engagement planning that aligns security cooperation activities with PACAF's objectives. Contractors will be responsible for monitoring security cooperation efforts, reporting progress, and developing frameworks for performance evaluation. They will also conduct country-specific analysis, enhance support for regional engagements, and prepare presentations for executive leadership. Essential qualifications for contractors include relevant experience as FAOs, security cooperation acumen, and necessary security clearances. The PWS specifies work at PACAF headquarters, travel requirements, and provides guidelines for government-furnished property and information. It emphasizes adherence to security protocols and records management while ensuring deliverables meet established thresholds for quality and timeliness, fostering effective engagement and operational readiness in accordance with U.S. defense initiatives.