CH-53K Phase III CFTD Pre-Solicitation Conference/Site Visit- Intent to Solicit Competitive requirement
ID: N6134025R0035Type: Presolicitation
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE NAVYNAWC TRAINING SYSTEMS DIVORLANDO, FL, 32826-3224, USA

NAICS

Commercial and Service Industry Machinery Manufacturing (333310)

PSC

TRAINING AIDS (6910)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/dc669251dd234fbd9e1eaf0db39c6a76/view
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Navy's NAWC Training Systems Division, is preparing to solicit competitive requirements for the CH-53K Phase III CFTD, with a presolicitation conference scheduled for March 26, 2025, at MCAS New River in Jacksonville, NC. This conference aims to inform potential offerors about the upcoming acquisition process, focusing on the capabilities needed for training systems and addressing industry concerns regarding the Statement of Work (SOW) and contract structure. The event is crucial for fostering industry collaboration and insight into the procurement of CH-53K training devices, with attendance not mandatory for proposal submission but requiring advance registration by March 19, 2025. Interested parties can contact Stephanie Swindle at stephanie.m.swindle.civ@us.navy.mil or Xavier Rojas at xavier.e.rojas.civ@us.navy.mil for further details.

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    CH53-K Pre-Solicitation Conference Instructions-updated3.5.25.docx
    The CH-53K Presolicitation Conference, organized by NAVAIR, is scheduled for March 26, 2025, at MCAS New River in Jacksonville, NC, aimed at informing potential offerors about the upcoming acquisition process. The conference will include a government briefing followed by a Q&A session, although attendance is not mandatory for submitting final proposals. Attendees must register in advance by March 19, 2025, providing essential identification and access details. The discussion will cover capabilities needed for training systems, industry concerns regarding the Statement of Work (SOW), and contract structure suggestions. Security protocols will be enforced, requiring a Sponsored Visitor Request for base access. Participants are advised to comply with submission deadlines and provide detailed information in the requests. The government may explore a hybrid format for the conference, allowing remote participation via Microsoft TEAMS, in response to potential travel limitations. This event will be exclusive to Training Systems Contract IV (TSC IV) awardees, indicating a competitive effort based on prior market research. Overall, the conference serves as an essential platform for industry collaboration and insight into the procurement of CH-53K training devices.
    CH53-K Pre-Solicitation Conference Instructions.docx
    The CH-53K Presolicitation Conference is scheduled for March 26, 2025, at MCAS New River, Jacksonville, NC, aimed at providing insights into NAVAIR's upcoming acquisition. This event will feature a Government presentation and an open forum for potential offerors to discuss areas such as trainers' capabilities, concerns regarding the Statement of Work (SOW), and recommendations for contract structure. Attendance is not mandatory for responding to the final RFP, but registration is required by March 19, 2025, limiting vendors to three attendees each. Security protocols include submission of a Sponsored Visitor Request for base access, following Marine Corps guidelines. Participants must bring identification and will undergo a criminal background check upon arrival at the Visitor Control Center. Plans for a hybrid format, including presentations via Microsoft TEAMS, may be implemented due to potential travel restrictions. Ongoing communication from the Government will provide updates on these arrangements. The document emphasizes its importance within the context of government RFP processes and collaboration with industry partners for defense procurement.
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