AIS Technical Order Maintenance
ID: FA825125RB002_SynopsisType: Presolicitation
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA8251 AFSC PZABBHILL AFB, UT, 84056-5825, USA

NAICS

Engineering Services (541330)

PSC

SUPPORT- PROFESSIONAL: ENGINEERING/TECHNICAL (R425)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/abbb18755bd44c619f66acb063ebe0d5/view
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Air Force, is preparing to solicit a contract for AIS Technical Order Maintenance to support the F-16 avionics suite at Hill Air Force Base in Utah. The contractor, BAE Systems, will be responsible for revising and maintaining the F-16 AIS Series of Test Stations Technical Orders, ensuring they are current and accurate by incorporating Air Force Materiel Command (AFMC) Publication Change Requests, conducting quality checks, and submitting documentation for government review and publication. This maintenance is crucial for the effective operation of F-16 systems, reflecting the government's commitment to managing military equipment efficiently. The anticipated contract, valued at approximately $778,000, is expected to be awarded around April 11, 2025, with a performance period from July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026. Interested parties can contact Christian Barwick at Christian.Barwick@us.af.mil or Heidi Hodgson at heidi.hodgson@us.af.mil for further information.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Christian Barwick
    Christian.Barwick@us.af.mil
    Heidi Hodgson
    heidi.hodgson@us.af.mil
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    FY25 Tech Order Maintenance PWS (Final).pdf
    The Performance Work Statement (PWS) outlines maintenance support for the F-16 AIS Series of Test Stations Technical Orders necessary for the operation and use of the F-16 avionics suite. The contractor, BAE Systems, is tasked with revising and maintaining these technical orders to ensure they are current and accurate. Key responsibilities include incorporating Air Force Materiel Command (AFMC) Publication Change Requests (PCRs), conducting quality checks, and submitting documentation for government review and publication. The contractor must provide deliverables including Technical Order Change/Maintenance Packages and Monthly Status Reports while ensuring compliance with specified performance thresholds for accuracy and quality. The PWS emphasizes training for contractor personnel in technical order management and mandates government acceptance inspections for all work performed. The final delivery of technical order changes is expected by June 30, 2025. This document is crucial in ensuring that the F-16 systems are properly documented and maintained, reflecting the broader responsibilities of government contracts in managing military equipment and systems effectively.
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