Special Warfare Training Wing (SWTW) Rotary and Fixed Wing Airlift Support
ID: fa3002Type: Sources Sought
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA3002 338 ESS CCJBSA RANDOLPH, TX, 78150-4300, USA

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Other Nonscheduled Air Transportation (481219)
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the Special Warfare Training Wing (SWTW), is seeking information from contractors capable of providing rotary and fixed-wing airlift support for training operations related to the Air Force Sustainment Center’s Career Field Education and Training Plan (CFETP). The primary objective is to ensure that candidates for Pararescue Jumpers, Combat Controllers, Combat Rescue Officers, and Special Tactics Officers receive the necessary air support for various training scenarios, including parachuting methods and emergency medical evacuations. This initiative addresses current limitations in Department of Defense air support availability, which affects training scheduling due to operational priorities. Interested contractors must submit their responses by April 11, 2025, and can direct inquiries to Jackson Hager at jackson.hager@us.af.mil or Kevin Harris at kevin.harris.58@us.af.mil.

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    The Performance Work Statement (PWS) outlines the requirements for a contract to provide Fixed Wing (FW) airlift support services necessary for the training programs of the Air Education and Training Command (AETC) and Special Warfare Training Wing (SWTW). The contractor is responsible for providing fuel, personnel, equipment, maintenance, and supervision for air operations across the Continental United States (CONUS), focusing on safe and reliable support for training activities involving parachuting operations, medical emergencies, and combat training. Key objectives include ensuring that all pararescue and combat control candidates receive the requisite air support for their training courses. The PWS details specific tasks, performance standards, and compliance guidelines, including the qualifications needed for personnel and aircraft used. It also establishes metrics for monitoring contractor performance and emphasizes the need for a risk mitigation plan, a quality control plan, and compliance with federal aviation regulations. The document reflects the government’s commitment to maintaining safety, operational efficiency, and meeting training needs, highlighting the contractor's accountability to ensure the availability of trained personnel and adequately equipped aircraft throughout the duration of the contract.
    The Performance Work Statement (PWS) outlines the requirements for a contract aimed at providing rotary wing airlift support operations for training conducted by the Air Education and Training Command (AETC), specifically the Special Warfare Training Wing (SWTW). The contractor will deliver aircraft, personnel, fuel, maintenance, and equipment necessary for various training scenarios, including Tactical Air Control, Combat Search and Rescue, and other specialized operations within the Continental United States. The non-personal services contract requires the contractor to maintain quality control, a risk mitigation plan, and compliance with safety and regulatory standards. The contract emphasizes providing reliable airlift support for up to 45 students per class across multiple schoolhouse courses annually. Performance metrics include aircraft readiness, safety protocols, and effective communication with government representatives. The PWS specifies operational requirements, aircraft capabilities, and personnel qualifications necessary for supporting the high-risk training environment. Specific tasks include maintaining compliance with FAA regulations, ensuring regular training schedules, and delivering frequent status reports to the government. The summary demonstrates a structured approach to managing essential governmental training operations, ensuring quality, safety, and compliance throughout the contract's duration.
    The Special Warfare Training Wing (SWTW) is issuing a Request for Information (RFI) to identify contractors capable of providing aircraft lift support for the Special Warfare Air Force Sustainment Center’s Career Field Education and Training Plan (CFETP). The air support is critical for training candidates in various parachuting methods, including static line jumps and military free falls, and for emergency medical evacuations and mission planning. This RFI aims to address current limitations in Department of Defense (DoD) air support availability, which hampers training scheduling due to operational priorities. Interested contractors must show capacity to meet all requirements for both fixed and rotary-wing aircraft support and address specific questions about their capabilities, experience, business classification, and innovative solutions. The government emphasizes that this RFI is solely for information-gathering and does not guarantee future contracts or compensation for response costs. Contractors are encouraged to respond by April 11, 2025, and engage in potential discussions for further clarifications. The content of responses will guide the government’s decision on whether to pursue a small business set-aside for future contracts.
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