Sources Sought: System Wide Information Management (SWIM) Terminal Data Distribution System (STDDS) Support
ID: V3432221Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

TRANSPORTATION, DEPARTMENT OFOFFICE OF THE SECRETARY6913G6 VOLPE NATL TRANS SYS CNTRCAMBRIDGE, MA, 02142, USA

NAICS

Engineering Services (541330)

PSC

SUPPORT- PROFESSIONAL: ENGINEERING/TECHNICAL (R425)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/18b6d4aa2a484542a1df414445f295ce/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Transportation, specifically the Office of the Secretary through the Volpe National Transportation Systems Center, is seeking sources for support services related to the System Wide Information Management (SWIM) initiative, focusing on the Centralized Terminal Data Distribution System (STDDS). The procurement aims to develop and integrate the STDDS, which transforms raw airport surface data into accessible information via the NAS Enterprise Message Service, enhancing aviation information sharing through a transition to a cloud-based architecture. This project is critical for improving efficiency, security, and scalability in aviation data management, with key tasks including software development, project management support, and compliance with federal requirements. Interested parties can contact Kayla Kuta at Kayla.Kuta@dot.gov or 617-494-2438 for further details, with the project expected to commence in July 2025 and reach final operating capability by Q3 FY28.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Kayla Kuta
    (617) 494-2438
    Kayla.Kuta@dot.gov
    Files
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    S3 STDDS PWS DRAFT.pdf
    The U.S. DOT Volpe Center is procuring services to support the FAA's Implementation of the System Wide Information Management (SWIM) initiative, specifically developing and integrating the Centralized Terminal Data Distribution System (STDDS). The STDDS converts raw airport surface data into accessible information via the NAS Enterprise Message Service. The upcoming SWIM Segment 3 aims to enhance aviation information sharing by centralizing the STDDS architecture, transitioning from a distributed model to a cloud-based system, which improves efficiency, security, and scalability. Key tasks include software development for the centralized system, project management support, and ensuring compliance with federal requirements. The project is expected to span from July 2025 with a final operating capability target set for Q3 FY28. Government support will facilitate document provision, environmental access, and necessary travel to FAA sites for successful execution.
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