The Joint Threat Emitter (JTE) Program/Logistics Support
ID: FA821025R5016Type: Sources Sought
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA8210 AFLCMC HBZKHILL AFB, UT, 84056-5838, USA

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Computer Systems Design Services (541512)

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https://sam.gov/opp/4b999e5e78524dc6b6de0a2806d18bfa/view
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Air Force, is seeking qualified contractors to provide comprehensive Contractor Logistics Support (CLS) for the Joint Threat Emitter (JTE) Program. The selected contractor will be responsible for software maintenance, field troubleshooting, firmware update verification, and addressing obsolescence issues for all fielded JTE configurations both within the continental United States (CONUS) and outside (OCONUS). This opportunity is critical for ensuring the operational readiness and sustainability of the JTE system, which plays a vital role in defense capabilities. Interested vendors must submit their business information and relevant experience to Patrick Robello at patrick.robello.1@us.af.mil, as this Sources Sought notice is part of market research and does not guarantee future contract awards.

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    Patrick Robello
    patrick.robello.1@us.af.mil
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    JTE Sources Sought SW final.pdf
    The Joint Threat Emitter (JTE) Program is seeking sources for logistical support through a Sources Sought Synopsis aimed at subcontractor market research. This effort intends to identify responsible vendors capable of providing software and engineering support for the JTE system, potentially enabling a competitive bidding process or a Small Business Set-Aside. The contractor must deliver comprehensive Contractor Logistics Support (CLS) for the JTE’s fielded configurations globally, involving tasks like software maintenance, field troubleshooting, and firmware update verification. Respondents are required to provide their business information, experience with similar services, and details concerning any existing teaming arrangements. Notably, the document emphasizes the government's limited technical data rights regarding JTE systems, necessitating contractors to strategize around potential obsolescence and software complexities without full technical packages. A focused capabilities briefing may be requested for interested vendors. The government clarifies that the notice is not an official RFP and does not guarantee future contract awards, ensuring vendors are aware of the non-compensatory nature of responses.
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