The Performance Work Statement (PWS) outlines the requirements for a contract with the Security Force Assistance Command (SFAC) for an information environment (IE) replication to support unit-level training events from January to March 2025 at Camp Atterbury, Indiana. The contractor must provide personnel, materials, and simulation resources to create a realistic crisis scenario based on the Israel-Iran and Russia-Ukraine conflicts. Key objectives include enhancing advisor team capabilities, providing on-site coaching and feedback, and delivering detailed analytics during the training exercises.
The contract emphasizes quality control, requiring the contractor to implement a Quality Control Plan (QCP) to ensure compliance with performance standards. Personnel involved must have relevant experience, including a Program Manager (PM) or Simulation Cell Lead with military operations expertise. The contractor also has specific responsibilities for personnel training, security measures, communication, and equipment maintenance.
The document stipulates deliverables, including training certifications and monthly reports on damage to government property. A phase-in and phase-out process ensures smooth transitions between contractors. Overall, this PWS illustrates the structured approach of the government in contracting services for military training, ensuring readiness through realistic scenarios and expert oversight.
The U.S. Government has issued a Sources Sought Notice to procure an Information Environment (IE) replication on a small business set-aside basis. The notice aims to gather information from at least two qualified small businesses to support this set-aside initiative. It emphasizes that participation from diverse small business types—such as 8(a), Small Disadvantaged Business, and Women-Owned Small Business—is encouraged. The government clarifies that this announcement is for information only, does not guarantee future contracts, and responses will not be compensated or returned.
Interested businesses must provide their firm’s details, interest in contracting roles, previous relevant experience, commercial service availability, and suggestions for promoting competitive contracting among small businesses. They should also identify any restrictions to competition and propose solutions. Responses are due by November 18, 2024, and must be submitted electronically. The anticipated NAICS code for this requirement is 541611, with a size standard of $24.5 million. The document emphasizes collaboration and information gathering to shape future contracting opportunities for small enterprises.