Aerospace Medical Research and Safety Management Technical Support Services
ID: CAMI-24-TSS1Type: Sources Sought
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Buyer

TRANSPORTATION, DEPARTMENT OFFEDERAL AVIATION ADMINISTRATION6973GH FRANCHISE ACQUISITION SVCSOKLAHOMA CITY, OK, 73125, USA

NAICS

Research and Development in the Social Sciences and Humanities (541720)

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https://sam.gov/opp/7ab81e9d75184b1882ba1b2305b3efc7/view
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    The Department of Transportation, specifically the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), is seeking qualified vendors to provide Aerospace Medical Research and Safety Management Technical Support Services for its Civil Aerospace Medical Institute (CAMI) located in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. The procurement aims to identify capable 8(a) sources that can deliver staffing support, technical expertise, and project execution to enhance aeromedical research and safety assurance functions, including medical data analysis and toxicological assessments. This initiative is critical for advancing aviation safety through rigorous research and compliance with FAA standards, ensuring effective oversight of pilot medical-related human factors risks. Interested parties must submit their responses to the market survey by 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time on October 18, 2024, to the Contracting Officer, Andre Casiano, at andre.casiano@faa.gov.

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    Andre Casiano
    (405) 954-7850
    andre.casiano@faa.gov
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    DRAFT AAM-600 Aerospace Medical Research_PWS.pdf
    The Performance Work Statement (PWS) for the Civil Aerospace Medical Institute (CAMI) details the provision of technical support services for its Aerospace Medical Research and Safety Assurance Division. The contract aims to facilitate core functions related to aviation safety, including medical data analysis, toxicological assessments, research into pilot oversight, and emergency evacuation studies. Key objectives include agile access to staffing and non-staffing support, such as independent research project execution and specialized technical expertise. The document outlines tasks like contract management, staffing for critical positions, and execution of government-defined research projects, specifying performance requirements and deliverables, including monthly status reports and a Quality Control Plan. The contract spans one base year with four potential one-year extensions, with duties performed at the Mike Monroney Aeronautical Center in Oklahoma City, OK. Security measures and compliance with federal regulations are emphasized, alongside protocols for safeguarding sensitive information. This PWS reflects the government's commitment to enhancing aviation safety through rigorous research and adherence to established quality and performance standards, reinforcing the importance of collaboration between government and contractor personnel.
    DRAFT Appendix A Positions and Qualifications.pdf
    The document outlines a Request for Proposal (RFP) for Aerospace Medical Research and Technical Support Services, detailing the required technical expertise, qualifications, and projected labor hours for various positions. Key roles include program management, biological laboratory technicians, data scientists/statisticians, database administrators, network and computer systems administrators, medical scientists, and project managers, among others. Each position comes with specific educational requirements, work experience, and responsibilities essential for supporting research and operational needs. The primary purpose is to solicit professional services to enhance aerospace medical research, requiring a diverse set of skills in data analysis, database management, web design, and project oversight. The emphasis is on compliance with FAA standards and federal regulations, ensuring effective project execution and delivery of high-quality research outcomes. By outlining clear qualifications and responsibilities, the document seeks to engage qualified contractors capable of fulfilling these critical roles, thereby advancing aeromedical science and safety. This comprehensive approach demonstrates a commitment to scientific integrity and operational excellence in aerospace medicine.
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