Hellenic Air Force (HAF) Eddy Current Inspection System (ECIS) Maintenance Service Agreement (MSA)
ID: FD2030-25-30618Type: Sources Sought
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA8121 AFSC PZAAATINKER AFB, OK, 73145-3303, USA

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Engineering Services (541330)

PSC

EQUIPMENT AND MATERIALS TESTING- AIRCRAFT COMPONENTS AND ACCESSORIES (H216)
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    The Department of Defense, through the U.S. Air Force's AFLCMC/LPSID, is seeking qualified firms to provide a Maintenance Service Agreement (MSA) for the Hellenic Air Force's Eddy Current Inspection Systems (ECIS), specifically for two units (V3 and V4) and a potential V5 system. The MSA will encompass engineering and Technical Support Services (TSS), including 24/7 support, timely customer responses, and adherence to quality assurance standards, with a contract duration of five years structured as a three-year base period followed by two one-year options. This initiative is critical for maintaining the operational efficiency of the ECIS, which plays a vital role in military readiness and mission capabilities. Interested companies must submit their qualifications, including proof of OEM licensing and relevant experience, by January 17, 2025, to Ms. Sarah Thigpen at sarah.thigpen@us.af.mil.

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    The Performance Work Statement (PWS) outlines requirements for a Maintenance Service Agreement (MSA) for the Hellenic Air Force's Eddy Current Inspection System (ECIS). The contract includes 24/7 phone and online support for two ECIS units in Greece, with a five-year performance period comprising a three-year base and two optional one-year extensions. Key requirements include timely customer responses within 48 hours, adherence to specified security and driving protocols, and maintaining a quality assurance system compliant with ISO standards. The contractor is responsible for onsite reporting, data management, and addressing deficiencies in materials and equipment. Additional provisions cover repair services, procurement of system spare parts, travel arrangements, and warranty obligations for parts and materials. All activities must align with performance objectives set forth in the contract, emphasizing successful execution and continuous improvement. This PWS is a critical document aimed at ensuring the operational efficiency of the ECIS while facilitating collaboration between the contractor and the US government, ultimately supporting military readiness and mission capabilities.
    The U.S. Air Force's AFLCMC/LPSID is initiating a Sources Sought Synopsis for a Maintenance Service Agreement (MSA) regarding KBR Wyle Eddy Current Inspection Systems (ECIS). This request aims to gather market information for potential contractors capable of supporting two Hellenic Air Force-owned ECIS systems (V3 and V4) and anticipating a V5 system. The government seeks firms with engineering and Technical Support Services (TSS) expertise, requiring proof of OEM license and intellectual property rights. A single contract for five years is planned, structured as three years with two one-year options. Interested companies must provide specific details such as company credentials, prior experience with KBR ECIS systems, and organizational capabilities, capped at ten pages. Responses must be submitted by January 17, 2025, by email, and any inquiries should be directed to designated Air Force contacts. This notice underscores market research rather than a solicitation and does not bind the government to contract awards based on responses.
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