CH-53K Phase III CFTD 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)
Timeline
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    Posted Mar 5, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
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    Updated Apr 8, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
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    Due Apr 4, 2025, 4:00 PM UTC
Description

The Department of Defense, through the Naval Air Warfare Center Training Systems Division (NAWCTSD), is seeking qualified contractors to competitively award a Firm Fixed Price task order for the upgrade, modification, design, fabrication, installation, and testing of the CH-53K Containerized Flight Training Device (CFTD) 2F243-1, located at Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) New River, North Carolina. This procurement is part of the Multiple Award Contract Training Systems Contract IV (TSC IV) and aims to enhance training capabilities for the United States Marine Corps. A site visit for potential offerors is scheduled for March 26, 2025, which will include a briefing and an open forum for questions; attendance is not mandatory for RFP submissions, but interested vendors must RSVP by March 19, 2025, and comply with security access requirements. For further inquiries, interested parties can contact Stephanie Swindle at stephanie.m.swindle.civ@us.navy.mil or by phone at 407-380-8209.

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Apr 8, 2025, 1:05 PM UTC
The document lists personnel associated with several companies, primarily focusing on key individuals within ByLight, ASI, and CymSTAR. The individuals mentioned, including David Owen and Bruce Bridgewater from ByLight, Ted Detwiler and Jason Koch from ASI, and Sean Morgan, Bradley Collins, and Sarah Whitehead from CymSTAR, likely play significant roles in responding to federal or state RFPs (Requests for Proposals) and grant applications. While there are no specific project details provided, the document indicates organizational structure, highlighting personnel who may be pivotal in securing government contracts or grants. The overall purpose suggests a preparation for engagements related to government procurement processes, emphasizing collaborative efforts among these companies through their respective representatives. This creates a network aimed at aligning capabilities with governmental project needs.
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.
Mar 5, 2025, 1:05 PM UTC
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.
Mar 17, 2025, 5:05 PM UTC
The site visit for the CH-53K tech refresh acquisition is scheduled for March 26, 2025, at MCAS New River in Jacksonville, NC. This event allows potential offerors to gain insights from NAVAIR through briefings and Q&A sessions. Participation is not mandatory for responding to the RFP, but an RSVP is required by March 19, 2025, with specific identification and security protocols in place. Only awardees of the Training Systems Contract IV (TSC IV) may attend, and each vendor is limited to three representatives. Attendees must submit a Sponsored Visitor Request by the deadline to gain access to the base, which involves criminal history checks and credentialing upon arrival. The Government plans to discuss trainer capabilities, industry concerns, and contract structures during the visit. Changes to the event format may occur, including a possible hybrid presentation approach. This site visit underscores the government’s efforts to foster collaboration and transparency in the acquisition process while adhering to security measures and logistical constraints.
Apr 8, 2025, 1:05 PM UTC
A site visit for potential offerors regarding the CH-53K CFTD-2F243-1 acquisition is scheduled for March 26, 2025, at MCAS New River, Jacksonville, NC. The event will provide insights into NAVAIR's acquisition process and include a briefing followed by an open forum for questions. Attendance is not mandatory for submitting RFP responses, but attendees must RSVP to the Contract Specialist, Stephanie Swindle, by March 19, 2025. Each vendor can send up to three representatives. Security access requires a Sponsored Visitor Request, submitted by the same deadline, and involves a criminal history check upon arrival. Attendees must comply with strict base access conditions, including proper identification and a completed SECNAV 55121 form. The visit will focus on the requirements for trainers, industry concerns, and contract structure suggestions. In light of potential travel restrictions, a hybrid model for attending the site visit may be explored, potentially allowing remote participation via Microsoft Teams. This initiative falls under the Multiple Award Contract Training Systems Contract IV (TSC IV) and serves to engage all TSC IV awardees only, ensuring a fair competitive process for this acquisition effort.
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