Deputy Assistant Secretary of the Army for Defense Exports and Cooperation (DASA DEC)
ID: W91CRB-25-R-0011Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW6QK ACC-APGABERDEEN PROVING GROU, MD, 21005-5001, USA

NAICS

Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services (541611)

PSC

SUPPORT- PROFESSIONAL: PROGRAM EVALUATION/REVIEW/DEVELOPMENT (R410)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/85855ec6475a4652a831f1c7651055a4/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Defense, specifically the Army Contracting Command, is seeking responses to a Request for Information (RFI) for support services for the Deputy Assistant Secretary of the Army for Defense Exports and Cooperation (DASA DEC). The contractor will provide project management and administrative expertise to facilitate security cooperation activities, ensuring compliance with Department of Defense directives and U.S. statutory requirements related to international defense relationships and security assistance. This initiative is crucial for enhancing the Army's capabilities in technology transfer, Foreign Military Sales, and Direct Commercial Sales, with the anticipated contract spanning one base year and four optional years, starting in September 2025. Interested parties must submit their capabilities statements by December 13, 2024, to Martine Ianniello at martine.ianniello.civ@army.mil or David C. Lafferty at david.c.lafferty.civ@army.mil, noting that responses will not be evaluated for proposals at this stage.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Martine Ianniello
    martine.ianniello.civ@army.mil
    David C. Lafferty
    david.c.lafferty.civ@army.mil
    Files
    Title
    Posted
    A02 - PWS ASAE-Consolidated-Support-Contract 19-Nov-2024.pdf
    The file outlines the Performance Work Statement (PWS) for a contract aimed at providing project management and administrative services to support the Deputy Assistant Secretary of the Army for Defense Exports and Cooperation (DASA DEC) in executing security cooperation activities. The contractor must ensure compliance with Department of Defense (DOD) directives and U.S. statutory requirements related to security cooperation, incorporating aspects such as technology transfer, Foreign Military Sales (FMS), and Direct Commercial Sales (DCS). Key objectives include providing technical, analytical, and administrative support for various Army offices; developing and assessing security cooperation strategic plans; executing technology transfer assessments; and maintaining essential databases. The contractor is also responsible for quality control, security protocols, and providing training in compliance with DoD standards. The contract is expected to run from July 15, 2025, to July 14, 2030, with provisions of six additional months. The primary location for this initiative is Arlington, VA, indicating a significant commitment to enhancing international defense partnerships through expert project management and adherence to regulatory frameworks.
    DASA DEC RFI - Attachment 1.pdf
    The Army Contracting Command is seeking responses to a Request for Information (RFI) concerning a requirement for support services for the Deputy Assistant Secretary of the Army for Defense Exports and Cooperation (DASA DEC). This initiative aims to conduct market research to identify potential contractors, with consideration for small business set-asides or full and open competition. Interested parties are encouraged to submit capabilities statements detailing their organization, background, relevant experience, technical skills, and subcontracting plans. The purpose of the services is to provide technical, analytical, and administrative support to various Army and Department of Defense offices involved in security cooperation, which encompasses international defense relationships and security assistance. The anticipated contract will span one base year and four optional years, commencing in September 2025. Responses to this RFI must be submitted by December 13, 2024, and will not be evaluated for proposals at this stage; no funding is provided for responses. This announcement serves informational purposes, and submission does not guarantee future contract awards.
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