Contractor Engineering and Technical Services (CETS)
ID: FA860425RB007Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA8604 AFLCMC PZIWRIGHT PATTERSON AFB, OH, 45433-7228, USA

NAICS

Engineering Services (541330)

PSC

TECHNICAL REPRESENTATIVE- AIRCRAFT COMPONENTS AND ACCESSORIES (L016)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/40350410b2c140d789c6b3985ea69255/view
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Air Force, is seeking Contractor Engineering and Technical Services (CETS) to support U.S. military operations from January 1, 2026, to December 31, 2030. The CETS will provide training and technical support for various aircraft and systems, including those from Lockheed Martin, Pratt Whitney, and General Electric, while also inviting contractors to identify additional platforms that may require support. This initiative is crucial for ensuring operational readiness and technical expertise across complex military systems, with potential contract awards anticipated between September 2025 and December 2030. Interested contractors must submit capability statements by December 9, 2024, detailing their qualifications and relevant experience, and should direct inquiries to John Manovich or Rebecca Rash via email, as telephone inquiries will not be accepted.

    Point(s) of Contact
    John Manovich
    john.manovich@us.af.mil
    Rebecca Rash
    (937) 656-5847
    rebecca.rash@us.af.mil
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    Contracting Engineering and Technical Services (CETS) Sources Sought Synopsis.pdf
    The Sources Sought synopsis outlines the federal government's need for Contractor Engineering and Technical Services (CETS) from January 1, 2026, to December 31, 2030, aimed at supporting U.S. military operations. CETS personnel will provide technical training and support for various aircraft and systems including models from Lockheed Martin, Pratt Whitney, and General Electric. The government is seeking interested contractors to submit capability statements identifying their qualifications and relevant experience, particularly for those systems not explicitly listed. The deadline for submissions is December 9, 2024. Although this synopsis does not constitute a Request for Proposals, it may lead to competitive or sole-source contracting opportunities by September 2025. Interested parties must demonstrate their expertise in specific aircraft support, professional qualifications, business size classification, and any unique operational capabilities. Communication regarding this acquisition should be directed to designated government personnel, with a clear indication that telephone inquiries will not be accepted. Overall, this announcement serves as a preliminary step in the contracting process, allowing the government to gauge market capabilities and prepare for potential future solicitations.
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