HERO 120 Support
ID: H92239-25-Q-0008Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEUS SPECIAL OPERATIONS COMMAND (USSOCOM)HQ USASOC CONTRACTINGFORT LIBERTY, NC, 28310-5200, USA

NAICS

Other Computer Related Services (541519)

PSC

EDUCATION/TRAINING- OTHER (U099)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/b8cb7b8121ff458bb600f7bac882bfe1/view
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    Description

    The U.S. Department of Defense, specifically the U.S. Special Operations Command (USSOCOM), is seeking sources for the HERO 120 Support contract, which involves providing field engineering support for the HERO Airborne Camera Sensor/Platform/Software systems during two events at Fort Bragg, North Carolina. The contractor will be responsible for delivering technical support, conducting system checks, and ensuring the effective operation of the HERO systems, including the provision of a HERO Air Refilling System, during the scheduled field experimentation events from March 31 to May 1, 2025. This support is crucial for the safe and effective execution of airborne operations by the Army Special Operations Forces (ARSOF). Interested parties should contact Sandra G. Bramble at sandra.g.bramble@socom.mil or call 910-396-0527 for further information, noting that this is a Sources Sought notice and not a request for proposals.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Sandra G. Bramble
    (910) 396-0527
    sandra.g.bramble@socom.mil
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    DRAFT HERO 120 PWS.docx
    The Performance Work Statement (PWS) outlines a contract for non-personal CONUS (Continental United States) HERO (High Energy Release Operations) field engineering support for the U.S. Army Special Operations Forces (ARSOF). The contractor is responsible for providing personnel, equipment, and materials to ensure effective operation of HERO Airborne Camera Sensor/Platform/Software systems during two field experimentation events at Fort Bragg, North Carolina from March 31 to May 1, 2025. Key services include conducting system checks, providing technical support during flights, ensuring synchronization of equipment, and delivering one HERO Air Refilling System. Quality control will be managed by the contractor, with oversight from a designated Contracting Officer Representative (COR). The contractor's personnel must meet specific certification and language requirements, and must undergo background checks. Public health guidance must be followed during the contract duration. The document also details safety protocols, organizational conflict of interest considerations, and contractor responsibility for travel and materials necessary for task fulfillment. Overall, the PWS emphasizes collaboration between the contractor and government entities to maintain high-quality service delivery for mission success.
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