AST Safety Engineering Support
ID: ASTEng-01Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

TRANSPORTATION, DEPARTMENT OFFEDERAL AVIATION ADMINISTRATION693KA9 CONTRACTING FOR SERVICESWASHINGTON, DC, 20591, USA

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Other Scientific and Technical Consulting Services (541690)

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https://sam.gov/opp/9baa970589234281b15660ae3109850c/view
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    Description

    The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is seeking safety engineering support for its Office of Commercial Space Transportation (AST) to evaluate applications for commercial launch and reentry licenses, as well as to assist in regulatory development and safety analyses. The contractor will be responsible for conducting both quantitative and qualitative risk assessments related to launch and reentry operations, ensuring compliance with safety regulations, and providing training for FAA staff, thereby promoting public safety within the commercial space sector. This opportunity is critical for maintaining national security and public health in the rapidly evolving field of commercial space operations. Interested parties must submit their responses to the market survey by 2:00 PM (Eastern Time) on October 7, 2024, to Jasmine Au at jasmine.au@faa.gov, and the anticipated contract period includes a one-year base period with four optional one-year extensions.

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    Jasmine Au
    jasmine.au@faa.gov
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    AST Safety Engineering Support - Combined Market Survey Response.pdf
    The Combined Market Survey Response for AST Safety Engineering Support outlines the requirements for potential respondents regarding their capabilities to fulfill the Draft Statement of Work/Specification from the FAA. This includes providing information on contract management, operational safety support, and research and development experiences. Respondents are encouraged to detail their expertise in technical areas, including descriptions of relevant past projects. Key queries address in-house capabilities, business arrangements, need for government property, potential conflicts of interest, and recommended evaluation criteria for contractor selection. Additionally, businesses must declare their size under NAICS Code 541690 and provide relevant designations and contract vehicles. The document emphasizes the need for a systematic approach to ensure quality and safety in supporting FAA operations, highlighting the collaborative nature of the aerospace sector.
    AST Safety Engineering Support - Draft Statement of Work (SOW).pdf
    The AST Safety Engineering Support Contract outlines the Department of Transportation's requirements for safety engineering support related to commercial space launch and reentry activities. Under this contract, the AST is responsible for ensuring public health, safety, and national security through the licensing and regulation of commercial space operations. Key areas of work include evaluating applications for launch licenses, supporting regulatory development, conducting safety analyses, and providing training for FAA staff. The contractor is expected to perform quantitative and qualitative risk assessments, focusing on various technical subject areas, including systems safety, flight safety analysis, and operational safety support. Research and development to improve safety measures for space transportation and promote U.S. commercial space initiatives are also essential components of the contract. Management responsibilities include conducting project reviews, ensuring compliance with safety regulations, and implementing a quality management system. The document outlines the need for detailed reporting and oversight, ensuring all activities align with contractual obligations to uphold safety standards within the commercial space sector.
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