Operation and Maintenance (O&M) of Draughon Bombing and Electronic Attack Range, Misawa Air Base, Japan
Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA5205 35 CONS PKAPO, AP, 96319-5201, USA

NAICS

Facilities Support Services (561210)

PSC

OPERATION OF AIR TRAFFIC CONTROL TRAINING FACILITIES (M1BB)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/dbecf38fab084f8ba383010907c05776/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Defense, through the Department of the Air Force, is seeking qualified contractors for the Operation and Maintenance (O&M) of the Draughon Bombing and Electronic Attack Range at Misawa Air Base, Japan. The procurement involves a Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP) contract with an initial base period of one month, followed by five one-year options and a potential six-month extension, emphasizing compliance with military and governmental standards. This contract is critical for maintaining operational capabilities at the base, ensuring the effective functioning of essential military training facilities. Interested bidders must submit their proposals by April 25, 2025, with all inquiries directed to primary contact Kazuo Miura at kazuo.miura.jp@us.af.mil or secondary contact Miyako Fujimoto at miyako.fujimoto.jp@us.af.mil, with a deadline for questions set for April 8, 2025.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Kazuo Miura
    81176772059
    81176524793
    kazuo.miura.jp@us.af.mil
    Miyako Fujimoto
    81176772171
    81176524793
    miyako.fujimoto.jp@us.af.mil
    Files
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    Atch1_Attendance Record_OM-of-Draughon Range_1Apr25.pdf
    The document details the attendance record for a preproposal conference and site visit related to Request for Proposal (RFP) No. FA520525R0001. This RFP involves the operation and maintenance of the Draughon Bombing and Electronic Attack Range at Misawa Air Base, Japan. The conference is scheduled for April 1, 2025, at 0900 hours, taking place in the 35 CONS Conference Room. Various attendees from both Valiant Global Defense Services Inc. and key military personnel from the 35th OSS and 35th CONS were present, including individuals such as Lt Col Korey S. Mundell and Mr. David A. Coens, alongside additional representatives from the contracting office. This document serves as a record of the stakeholders involved in the bidding process, highlighting the collaboration between military and civilian entities in providing necessary operational capabilities at the base. The attendance at such conferences is critical for ensuring proper proposal submission and compliance with the RFP requirements.
    Atch2_Pre-proposal Conf Slides_OM-of-Draughon Range_1Apr25.pdf
    The 35th Fighter Wing's RFP No. FA520525R0001 outlines the requirements for Operation and Maintenance (O&M) of the Draughon Bombing and Electronic Attack Range at Misawa Air Base, Japan. The pre-proposal conference, scheduled for April 1, 2025, will detail project scope, contracting terms, and submission instructions. Key details include a Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP) contract type with a base period of one month followed by five one-year options and a possible six-month extension. Bidders must submit various proposal sections, including technical and pricing proposals, while adhering to requisite federal regulations concerning security, performance evaluations, and past performance criteria. A technical briefing will cover essential documents such as the Performance Work Statement and contract security specifications. A Q&A session will allow bidders to clarify project details, with written questions submitted to the contracting officers by April 8, 2025. The RFP closes on April 25, 2025, at 10:00 AM JST. This solicitation emphasizes thorough compliance with military and governmental standards, reinforcing the need for precise qualifications and adherence to operational needs.
    Pre-proposal Conference Minutes and Record of Site Visit_OM-of-Draughon Range_3Apr25.pdf
    The 35th Contracting Squadron at Misawa Air Base, Japan, held a pre-proposal conference and site visit on April 1, 2025, concerning Solicitation No. FA520525R0001 for the operation and maintenance of the Draughon Bombing and Electronic Attack Range (DBEAR). The conference aimed to facilitate communication among prospective offerors and the government, covering the solicitation's scope, requirements, proposal preparation instructions, and evaluation procedures. Attendees were reminded to submit all questions in writing, as any verbal information shared during the meeting would not alter the solicitation terms unless formally amended. The site visit enabled participants to tour various facilities at Misawa Air Base and DBEAR, including Command Post, Operations Center, and Range Operations Center, with technical briefings provided. The tour emphasized critical infrastructure necessary for the contract and concluded at 1:00 PM. The proposal submission deadline was extended to April 25, 2025, and all inquiries must be submitted by April 8, 2025. This conference and site visit serve as essential steps in the bidding process for government contracts, promoting transparency and fairness in procurement practices.
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