W9115118C00013 Sources Sought Notice and Notice of Intent to Sole Source
ID: W9115118C0013P00079Type: Sources Sought
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW6QM MICC-FDO FT CAVAZOSFORT CAVAZOS, TX, 76544-0000, USA

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Engineering Services (541330)

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SUPPORT- PROFESSIONAL: ENGINEERING/TECHNICAL (R425)

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8(a) Sole Source (FAR 19.8) (8AN)
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the Army, is seeking to award a sole source bridge contract to TNT Premier Partnership, LLC for Test Engineering and Analysis Support Services (TEAS) at White Sands Missile Range (WSMR) in New Mexico. The contractor will be responsible for a range of non-personal services including test planning, execution, reporting, data collection and analysis, and technical support, all of which are crucial for ensuring compliance with safety, environmental regulations, and security protocols. This procurement is vital for supporting military testing and training initiatives, reflecting WSMR's strategic role in national defense. Interested firms must submit their responses by email to the primary contact, Joyce Frost, by 12:00 pm Central Time on February 7, 2025, and are encouraged to provide detailed information regarding their capabilities and past performance.

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    The White Sands Missile Range (WSMR) has issued a Performance Work Statement (PWS) for Test Engineering and Analysis Services, which outlines the contractor's responsibilities for supporting WSMR's mission. The contractor is expected to provide a wide range of non-personal services, including test planning, execution, reporting, data collection and analysis, technical support, and software management. The work is pivotal for ensuring adherence to safety, environmental regulations, and security protocols, as well as managing hazardous materials and vehicle operations. The PWS emphasizes WSMR's strategic role in national defense, aiming for a collaborative and inclusive operational environment. It requires contractors to comply with various safety and environmental standards and establish a quality control system to ensure satisfactory service delivery. Additionally, personnel conducting contract activities must meet specific qualifications, maintain proper security clearances, and uphold the integrity of government operations. The document serves as an integral component of the federal procurement process, reflecting the need for cost-effective, high-quality support for military testing and training initiatives. It provides a detailed legal framework for contractor interactions, compliance, and performance evaluation in alignment with government goals and directives.
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