NOCA Project Mercury Workshop
ID: F1S0AV5142A001Type: Special Notice
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA9301 AFTC PZIOEDWARDS AFB, CA, 93524-1185, USA

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Professional and Management Development Training (611430)

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EDUCATION/TRAINING- OTHER (U099)

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    The Department of Defense, specifically the Air Force Material Command, intends to award a sole source contract to Innovatrium for the provision of a Project Mercury Workshop. This workshop is essential for fulfilling the unique training and development needs of the agency, as Innovatrium is identified as the only source capable of delivering the required services. The procurement falls under the NAICS code 611430, with a size standard of $15 million, and while the contract award date is yet to be determined, interested parties are invited to submit capability statements by July 25, 2023, to Brian Wu at brian.wu@us.af.mil or Amanda Tate at amanda.tate@us.af.mil. It is important to note that this notice does not constitute a solicitation for proposals, and no reimbursement will be provided for costs incurred in responding.

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    The Air Force Material Command plans to award a sole source contract to Innovatrium for a Project Mercury Workshop, as indicated in this Notice of Contract Action (NOCA). This action is justified under FAR 13.601(b)(1) due to the unique capability of Innovatrium to fulfill the agency's needs. The project falls within NAICS code 611430, with a size standard of $15 million. While the contract award date is still to be determined, the government welcomes capability statements from other potential sources by July 25, detailing how they meet the specified requirements. Any responses must be submitted in writing, as there will be no reimbursement for costs incurred in responding. The document also includes information about an Ombudsman appointed to address any concerns regarding the acquisition. It emphasizes that this NOCA is not a solicitation for proposals and does not imply any obligation from the government to procure the described services. The emphasis on the sole source highlights the specialized nature of the requirement and the government’s intent to streamline the process in compliance with relevant regulations.
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