Rotary Wing Planner
ID: W912JB-25-Q-AType: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW7NF USPFO ACTIVITY MI ARNGLANSING, MI, 48906-2934, USA

NAICS

All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services (541990)

PSC

SUPPORT- PROFESSIONAL: ENGINEERING/TECHNICAL (R425)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/239e5bdb640f45fbab9a6c61ec464543/view
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Army, is seeking qualified contractors for the Rotary Wing Planner services to support the Northern Strike Plans Group in Lansing, Michigan. The contractor will be responsible for maintaining the Rotary Wing Aviation exercise execution matrix, coordinating training needs, and facilitating Aviation Support Requests during military exercises, with a focus on enhancing operational readiness. This opportunity is set aside for small businesses under NAICS code 541990, with an anticipated solicitation release in Spring 2025 and a contract performance period starting in Summer 2025. Interested parties should contact Kelli Kelley at kelli.m.kelley3.civ@army.mil or call 517-481-7852 for further details and to submit their capability statements by the specified deadlines.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Kelli Kelley
    (517) 481-7852
    kelli.m.kelley3.civ@army.mil
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    6 -Performance Work Statement_FY25 Rotary Wing UPDATED-FINAL.pdf
    The document outlines the Performance Work Statement (PWS) for the Northern Strike Plans Group (NSPG) regarding Rotary Wing Aviation Planning Services. The contractor will manage the aviation portion of the exercise execution matrix to support training for rotational units during Northern Strike events, scheduled primarily for FY quarters two and four. The contract is set for one base year with four optional years, and services will be performed at a designated facility in Lansing, MI, with stipulated work hours excluding recognized holidays. Key responsibilities include maintaining the Rotary Wing Aviation matrix, facilitating Aviation Support Requests, and providing crucial support during various exercises. The contractor must also adhere to rigorous quality control, reporting requirements, and security protocols, including the necessity for employee security clearances and compliance with installation regulations. Additionally, the document specifies training obligations and processes for ensuring personnel meet security requirements. This PWS serves to detail contractor responsibilities, quality standards, and the framework for performance evaluation, aiming to enhance readiness through well-coordinated aviation planning in complex training environments. Overall, it emphasizes the government's commitment to achieving proficiency among military units through structured planning and effective contractor engagement.
    6 -Performance Work Statement_FY25 Rotary Wing UPDATED.docx
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