SYNOPSIS OF PROPOSED CONTRACT ACTION - Monaco Vendor Training
Type: Special Notice
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA8051 772 ESS PKDTYNDALL AFB, FL, 32403-5322, USA

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Other Technical and Trade Schools (611519)

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EDUCATION/TRAINING- TRAINING/CURRICULUM DEVELOPMENT (U008)
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    Posted Mar 20, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
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    Updated Mar 20, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
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    Due Apr 4, 2025, 5:00 PM UTC
Description

The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Air Force, intends to award a sole source purchase order to Monaco Enterprises, Inc. for specialized training services related to Electrical Systems personnel. This training will focus on the installation, programming, testing, troubleshooting, and maintenance of Monaco fire alarm and mass notification systems, ensuring that military and Federal Wage System civilian personnel are adequately prepared for operational demands worldwide. The initiative underscores the critical need for such specialized training to maintain safety standards at USAF facilities, with the contract set for one year and options for two additional years. Interested parties can reach out to Tucker Januchowski at tucker.januchowski@us.af.mil or Shaun Scanlan at shaun.scanlan@us.af.mil for further inquiries.

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Mar 20, 2025, 2:07 PM UTC
The 772 Enterprise Sourcing Squadron at Tyndall AFB, FL, intends to award a sole source purchase order to Monaco Enterprises, Inc. for training services. This contract is aimed at supporting Electrical Systems military personnel and Federal Wage System civilian personnel globally over a one-year period, with options for two additional years. The training will align with the North American Industry Classification System Code 611519 and adhere to the Education/Training category of the PFS/FSC code U008. The decision for a sole source award is supported by a justification document compliant with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) guidelines. This notice serves as a synopsis of the proposed action and clarifies that no competitive quotations will be solicited, indicating a unique need for Monaco Enterprises, Inc.'s services. The content aligns with typical government RFP procedures, focusing on specific training contracts without open bidding.
Mar 20, 2025, 2:07 PM UTC
The United States Air Force is seeking to procure specialized training for Monaco fire alarm systems to support the operational readiness of military and civilian personnel involved in Electrical Systems management. This training encompasses hands-on experience with the installation, programming, and maintenance of specific Monaco alarm systems, ensuring effective operation across various locations globally. The training initiative is outlined for a three-year period and exclusively requires services from Monaco Enterprises, Inc. due to their unique qualifications and the critical nature of the training stipulated. Efforts to ensure competition were made through a sources sought notice posted on SAM.gov, which resulted in only Monaco responding as capable of fulfilling the training requirements. A Justification and Approval (J&A) document legitimized the sole-source procurement, clarifying that alternatives could not meet specific training needs. This initiative underlines the Air Force’s commitment to maintaining safety standards at its facilities and the necessity of using specialized training to effectively manage these vital alarm systems. Overall, the acquisition of such training is deemed essential for ensuring the safety and security of personnel in USAF facilities.
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