Skyraider Parts and Maintenance
ID: HDTRA125C0TBDType: Sources Sought
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Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEFENSE THREAT REDUCTION AGENCY (DTRA)DEFENSE THREAT REDUCTION AGENCYFORT BELVOIR, VA, 22060-6201, USA

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Other Support Activities for Air Transportation (488190)

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MAINT/REPAIR/REBUILD OF EQUIPMENT- AIRCRAFT COMPONENTS AND ACCESSORIES (J016)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)
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    The Defense Threat Reduction Agency (DTRA) is seeking qualified small business vendors to provide spare parts and maintenance services for the Teledyne FLIR R80 SkyRaider and Griffin G510 unmanned aerial systems. The procurement aims to ensure operational readiness and support for chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear (CBRN) operations, requiring specialized equipment and maintenance capabilities. This initiative is critical for maintaining advanced defense technology to combat weapons of mass destruction, with specific tasks including D-level maintenance, software re-flashing, and timely delivery of spare parts. Interested vendors must submit their capabilities statements by 12:00 PM EST on October 8, 2024, to the primary contact, Terrie Overstreet, at terrie.l.overstreet.civ@mail.mil, with a courtesy copy to Russell Kelley at russell.v.kelley.civ@mail.mil.

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    The document outlines a procurement request for various components and accessories related to the R80 SkyRaider system, including spare parts, replacement kits, and other essential equipment. It specifies quantities for items such as the R80 Spare Parts Kit, multiple HLLE Propeller Replacement Kits, and the R80 Base Station, among others. Accessories outlined include a Panasonic tablet designed with Raider OS, field replaceable parts, and specific payload and repair kits. This procurement supports operational readiness and maintenance of the R80 system, likely for federal or local government applications in technology or defense sectors. The structured listing of items indicates a careful planning phase, aiming to enhance capacity and mitigate downtime for the tech involved in essential missions.
    The document outlines the Statement of Objectives (SOO) for the maintenance and spare parts support of the Teledyne FLIR R80 SkyRaider and Griffin G510. The Defense Threat Reduction Agency (DTRA) requires specialized support for chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear (CBRN) operations, and thus seeks to procure services to maintain and supply parts for these unmanned aerial systems. Key tasks include the provision of spare parts, D-level maintenance for the R80, instructor and student training materials, re-flashing of software, and annual preventative maintenance for the G510. Deliverables must ensure that items are shipped directly to/from designated repair facilities using DTRA shipping accounts, with timely completion of maintenance within 15 business days. The documentation requires contractors to adhere to a Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL), including submitting final invoices and parts price lists within specified timelines. The overall purpose of this RFP is to ensure operational effectiveness and readiness through comprehensive service and support for critical defense technology. This initiative reflects the government's focus on maintaining advanced capabilities for combating weapons of mass destruction.
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